VHB is seeking a talented Civil Engineer to join our growing Transportation practice in Wethersfield, CT with a focus on Transit & Rail projects. This hire will be part of a design engineering team supporting a variety of Transportation projects, including railroad and rail/bus transit projects. The candidate should have expertise and experience in the railroad and rail/bus transit industry and a desire to grow in the business.
Responsibilities
Assist and perform civil design on a variety of rail projects including stations, site/civil/drainage, layover/service/support facilities, bus transit, and maintenance of equipment (MOE) and maintenance of way (MOW) yards
Develop, manage, and maintain project schedules and budgets
Assist in development of project deliverables
Support the Project Development process including preparation of conceptual level designs, feasibility studies, planning studies, supporting documentation and quality control
Perform inspections, evaluations, and assessments of rail and transit infrastructure Develop specifications, cost estimates, and project schedules
Prepare technical reports and analyses
Assist in the development of construction bid documents
Provide design support services during construction
Work effectively and collaboratively in a multi-discipline team environment
Skills and Attributes
Strong understanding of transit and rail infrastructure and multi-discipline system integration
Technical experience in multiple transit and rail design disciplines (site/civil/drainage, track, rail systems, grade crossings, stations structures, transit facilities, bus transit, route design, right-of-way, clearances)
Excellent verbal and written communications skills and analytical skills
Strong capability in the use of computer applications including MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc.)
Familiarity with track, station, layover/support/service facilities and general civil engineering
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field of study required, Master's degree a plus and may substitute for 1 year of experience
5-8+ years of professional experience in civil and transit/transportation engineering design required (focus in transit & rail preferred)
Understanding of railroad and rail transit design requirements including AREMA recommended practices preferred
PE License required
CTDOT project experience preferred
Experience with the MicroStation CADD platform is preferred but candidates with AutoCAD experience and the desire to learn MicroStation will be considered
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About Vanasse Hangen Brustlin Inc
Vanasse Hangen Brustlin, Inc. (VHB) is a multidisciplinary engineering firm headquartered in Watertown, Massachusetts. The company was founded in 1979 and provides a wide range of services, including transportation planning and design, environmental planning and permitting, land development, and surveying. VHB has completed projects in a variety of industries, including transportation, real estate, and energy. The company is known for its expertise in sustainable design and has been recognized for its efforts in this area. VHB is a privately held company and has offices throughout the United States.
