Description
Professional Engineer - Rail
Department: Transportation
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Houston, Texas, Houston, TX, Hybrid
At Horrocks, we believe that strong values drive exceptional work, that our people are our greatest resource, and that we have a responsibility to the communities where we live and work. We are seeking a Rail / Transportation Professional Engineer (PE) to lead and support the design and delivery of railway and transportation infrastructure projects across Texas. This role is ideal for a motivated engineer ready to take ownership of project tasks, mentor junior staff, and contribute meaningfully to a growing rail practice.
What are the core responsibilities for the role?
- Lead and support the development of rail and civil design plans, technical specifications, and cost estimates for rail, transit, and transportation projects.
- Prepare and review track geometry, grading, drainage, roadway/rail interface details, and other key design components.
- Coordinate and manage the work of multidisciplinary project teams, including structures, drainage, environmental, and signals/communications.
- Support project managers with design criteria development, project guidelines, schedules, and meeting documentation.
- Independently lead small to mid-sized projects or major design components of larger, complex rail infrastructure projects.
- Provide guidance and mentorship to engineering interns, designers, and CAD technicians.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards such as AREMA, FRA, and TxDOT (where applicable).
- Perform additional duties as assigned to support project and team success.
Qualifications, Skills, and Competencies:
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
- Registered Professional Engineer (PE) (Texas preferred or ability to obtain by reciprocity).
- 7–8 years of progressive engineering experience in rail, transit, or transportation infrastructure design.
- Proficiency in MicroStation (OpenRail or InRoads experience highly valued).
- Familiarity with AutoCAD is a plus.
- Strong command of MS Office applications.
- Demonstrated experience preparing detailed design plans and supporting technical documentation.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Ability to work effectively with diverse teams, clients, and stakeholders.
Why would a candidate want this job?
At Horrocks, you can expect a competitive base salary and award-winning benefits. Including, but not limited to:
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- Generous paid time off
- 401(k): 50% match of contribution up to 6%
- Professional development opportunities including in-house training
- Paid professional organization membership and professional licensure
For more information, visit our website at www.horrocks.com
Equal Opportunity Employer including disability and protected veteran status
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