Office Engineer - Electrical & Railway Signaling

Advanced Railway Innovations is a small electrical and railway signaling contractor delivering signal, grade crossing, and wayside systems for freight, transit, and commuter rail clients. You'll work directly with project managers, field foremen, and client engineers, and you'll see how every project comes together from bid to final acceptance.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Company parties
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

About the role
Advanced Railway Innovations is a small electrical and railway signaling contractor delivering signal, grade crossing, and wayside systems for freight, transit, and commuter rail clients. our electrical division performs residential & commercial projects in both the private and public sectors. We're hiring an Office Engineer to keep our projects organized, documented, and moving — from submittals and RFIs to drawings and closeout.


This is a hands-on role on a tight-knit team. You'll work directly with project managers, field foremen, and client engineers, and you'll see how every project comes together from bid to final acceptance.


What you'll do

• Prepare, track, and log submittals, RFIs, and transmittals for signal and electrical projects
• Maintain drawing sets and revisions, including signal plans, circuit plans, and as-builts
• Coordinate document control and file organization across all active jobs
• Track project schedules, material deliveries, and long-lead equipment (signal houses, cases, gates, cable)
• Support quantity takeoffs, estimates, and bid preparation
• Help prepare pay applications, change order requests, and cost tracking
• Assemble test and inspection records, QA/QC documentation, and closeout packages
• Keep track of safety documentation, roadway worker protection records, and crew qualifications
• Communicate with clients, railroads, subcontractors, and suppliers on project details
• Visit job sites as needed to verify field conditions and support the field team

What you bring


Required

• Bachelor's degree in electrical, civil, or construction engineering, construction management, or a related field — or equivalent experience
• 0–3 years of experience in construction, engineering, or a project support role
• Strong organization and attention to detail; you keep track of many moving pieces
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and specifications
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Bluebeam or similar PDF markup tools
• Clear written and verbal communication
• Valid driver's license

Nice to have

• Experience with railway signaling, grade crossings, train control, or transit systems
• Familiarity with AREMA standards or FRA regulations
• AutoCAD or MicroStation experience
• Exposure to project management software (Procore, Primavera P6, MS Project)
• Roadway Worker Protection (RWP) or railroad contractor safety training

Why join us

• Salary: 65000-90000 per year, based on experience
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• [401(k) with company match]
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• A small team where your work is visible and your ideas count