Railway Engineer

Location: Chicago, IL, United States; Hybrid

Think of your career as a journey? Come pave the tracks to innovation with our Transit & Rail team and provide revolutionary options for safe, efficient, and affordable transit. Be a part of this change…from the first mile to the last. 

Your Opportunity

As a Railway Engineer, you will support the planning and design of a wide rangeof projects serving transit, industrial, freight, and passenger/commuter rail clients. You will have the opportunity to grow your career with the support and mentorship of Stantec’s experienced Transit and Rail team, while contributing to high‑impact, transformational projects. Joining our Transit and Rail team is a unique opportunity to collaborate with passionate professionals who are committed to strengthening communities through innovative and meaningful engineering and planning.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Perform broad, varied, and diverse engineering design tasks under general supervision of the design lead or project manager, including engineering drawings, engineering reports, presentations, and required applications to regulatory and/or funding agencies.
• Engage in the development of design through sketches, schematics, 3D models, diagrams, and other visual formats.
• Prepare and revise engineering design package documentation including site plans, utilities, plans/profiles, grading, cross sections, diagrams, and details as required.
• Collaborate with senior engineers/designers to develop and manage project scope, budget, staffing, and schedule.
• Work within multi-disciplinary teams of engineers and planners to prepare designs from Concept Level to Issued for Bid design packages which include engineer’s estimates and construction specifications.
• Participate in meetings with clients, contractors, agency personnel, and governing entities.
• Coordinate technical activities and designs between various disciplines and departments.
• Prepare engineering feasibility studies which include analyzing designs, conducting environmental impact studies, and assembling data.
• Confirm adherence to construction specifications. Monitor project progress, inspect construction sites, and verify calculations and placements.

About Us

A career in transportation is more than bridges, roads, and rail. As we plan, design, and manage projects that move people and goods from Point A to Point B, we create connections that transform our communities. Every airport, road, bridge, port, or transit project is an opportunity to make communities safer, cleaner, and more resilient. Together, we’re making an impact around the world. 

If you’re looking for a career that moves, join our team of professionals who are passionate about the future of transportation.

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