Senior Rail Facility Engineer/Architect

Senior Rail Facility EngineerArchitect at HDR

Submission for the position Senior Rail Facility EngineerArchitect

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves, "What is our impact on the world?"

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Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community but around the world.

We Believe in Transportation

We believe transportation is more than movement; its the foundation of connected, thriving communities. As part of HDRs Transportation Business Group, youll help shape the systems that move people and goods safely, efficiently, and sustainably. From designing resilient highways and iconic bridges to advancing transit, passenger, and freight rail, aviation, federal transportation, ports, and marine infrastructure, your work will directly support economic vitality, public safety, sustainable, and resilient communities, and quality of life.

We bring together planners, engineers, architects, construction management staff, environmental, strategic communications, economists, management consultants, and specialists across disciplines to solve complex mobility challenges with innovation, technical excellence, and a deep understanding of community needs. Whether youre modernizing aging infrastructure or pioneering next-generation transportation solutions, your contributions will help define the future of mobility.

This isnt just a job; its a chance to lead progress, drive meaningful impact, and leave a legacy of smarter, more connected transportation networks. We are all employee-owners at HDR, which is the foundation of our collaborative culture that connects employees around the world.

Join Our Team

Is it time to take your career to the next level? If youre looking for a solid company with collaborative colleagues that do interesting and unique work for clients that trust them to push open the doors to whats possible, look no further. Thats what youll find at HDR.

HDR is an employee-owned company with more than 100 years of making great things possible. Our pride is in our people - smart, hardworking team members who take their employee ownership seriously and will have your back at every turn. Their expertise will inspire you to be your best and to develop innovative solutions for our clients.

We invite you to build your transportation career at HDR. Our global team is looking for an experienced, success-oriented Senior Rail Facilities EngineerArchitect that will contribute to the success of HDRs freight rail facilities program.

Job Description

In this role, you will be exposed to a wide variety of multi-disciplinary projects that involve yard offices, mechanical shops, maintenance buildings, structural platforms, and canopies, fueling facilities, storage facilities, process piping systems, electrical distribution, site lighting, site civil infrastructure, pavement, mechanical equipment, and electrical equipment.

The freight rail network is a vital link in our national and global supply chain markets. Your work at HDR results in critical infrastructure for the sustainable movement of goods and people. Whether it is a locomotive shop that services rolling stock or a state-of-the-art intermodal facility that incorporates future technologies, you will have created something that matters.

Primary Responsibilities

As an employee-owner in this Senior Rail Facilities EngineerArchitect role, we will count on you to:

• Technical Lead freight rail facility and infrastructure design projects
• Oversee the design development and documentation of sketches, exhibits, technical drawings, calculations, and specifications to confirm technical accuracy and version control
• Review cost estimates and material takeoffs for accurate project planning and budgeting
• Field oversee field assessments to evaluate existing infrastructure and document conditions
• Travel as needed for site visits, team coordination, and inspection activities
• Perform on-site construction inspections to confirm work is executed in accordance with design documents

Other Responsibilities

• Obtain and maintain required certifications, including eRailSafe and railroad safety training credentials
• Assist in proposal writing, providing technical expertise, scope development, and hours/fee estimates
• Participate in business development meetings and interviews with clients
• Commit to continuous learning and professional development to grow within the role

Preferred Qualifications

• 10-20 years of experience in design and/or construction inspection, preferably with freight rail, industrial, and/or transit facility projects
• Experience with project management principles and basic accounting principles
• Proven ability to solve problems in an interactive environment with business and technical staff to maintain a high degree of collaboration across multiple regions and diverse clients
• Demonstrated leadership skills, strong communication skills, and ability to work in a team environment with various teams
• A dedication to on-going professional development, openness to embracing new challenges, and commitment to be an active participant in our employee-owned culture
• Masters degree in engineering, Industrial Architecture, Business Administration, or related field
• Active membership and participation in an industry association, e.g., AREMA
• Ability to manage design tasks

About HDR

Weve already earned National ACEC awards for the West Colton Flyover Structures, which eliminated one of the largest bottlenecks in US history with an innovative first-of-its-kind flyover, the HDR-patented Infinity Loop Design, and the West Vancouver Freight Access Program Management project, where we worked with the port to right-size and more efficiently adapt to evolving industry demands.

You could help us bring home the next one.

Benefits

We understand your career is a big part of your life but its not your whole life. We offer benefits that look out for your health and wellness from a whole you" perspective. Whether you are continuing your education, mapping your financial future, balancing work and family, or planning for retirement, we want to support your personal and professional goals. Benefits include an excellent medical plan, paid time off, tuition assistance, 401k, and employee stock ownership plans - and more.

At HDR, you can own your future, own your company, and own who you are. Join us to collaborate with a global team, grow your career, and work on amazing projects.

Our Commitment

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each others life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust, and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our eight Employee Network Groups - Asian Pacific, Black Hispanic/Latina, LGBTQ, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals - help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.