Civil/Track - Project Engineer 

We are seeking to hire a licensed Project Engineer in our Civil/Track Design department, part of our thriving Railroad Services group. In this role, you will have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience, collaborate with seasoned Project Managers, Engineers, and Technicians, and contribute to projects for Class I, short line, and commuter rail clients. As a Track Engineer at Benesch, you will play a pivotal role in designing and engineering various rail and transit systems, including light rail (LRT), heavy rail (HRT), and commuter, freight. You will work in a collaborative, multidisciplinary engineering environment, closely coordinating with design teams to deliver innovative solutions for our clients.

Benesch’s Railroad Division is made up of highly skilled rail professionals, many of whom are former employees of operating railroads. This firsthand experience working to design and maintain active rail systems uniquely equips our team to develop innovative solutions to a wide variety of rail projects.

Location

This position offers a hybrid work schedule with the flexibility to work from the following offices that host a Railroad-Track team and focus on Railroad-Track business development: Omaha, NE; Milwaukee, WI; Chicago, IL; Naperville, IL; Charlotte, NC; and Raleigh, NC.

The Impact You Will Have

• Serve as a track design engineer on projects of various scales.
• Provide essential support to track and civil discipline leads in major infrastructure projects.
• Conduct quantity take-offs for all track corridor components, encompassing both track and civil elements.
• Participate in the development of technical specifications.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional design teams.
• Offer valuable support to Project Managers (PM) 

What We Are Looking For

• Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) plus 5 years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of experience and education.
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• 5 years of industry experience working on rail and transit projects.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or the ability to obtain it within 1 year.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and/or Bentley InRoads/OpenRoads/OpenRail.
• Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and/or Bentley InRoads/OpenRoads/OpenRail.
• Experience working on Railroad projects #LI-AG1

Position Pay Range

$95,000 - $125,000 

Our comprehensive benefits package includes paid over-time, exceptional retirement fund contributions, flexible schedules, wellness incentives, and all-around great people to work with. The final agreed-upon compensation is based on numerous factors, including but not limited to individual education, qualifications, prior work experience, and geographic location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary, overtime, and bonuses.#LI-MM1 

Project Manager - Railroad Civil Track Design  

Benesch is growing its national Railroad Division, and we are looking for a Project Manager to help lead the continued expansion of our Civil Track team. The Civil Track team focuses on delivering complex rail infrastructure projects, including mainline and corridor track improvements, rail yard and terminal expansions, siding extensions, industrial track programs, and fast-paced design-build initiatives that strengthen rail networks nationwide. 

As a Project Manager for the Civil Track team, you will lead multidisciplinary rail projects, manage key client relationships, mentor engineering staff, and support business development efforts that help grow Benesch’s rail presence. Approximately 25% of this role focuses on relationship-building, proposals, and market growth. This is more than a delivery role. It is an opportunity to help shape a high-performing rail team while supporting major freight and passenger rail clients. With a strong backlog and rising demand, this position is critical to advancing project delivery, expanding client partnerships, and driving long term growth.

Location

This position offers hybrid flexibility in the following offices that support Railroad Track operations and business development: Omaha, NE; Milwaukee, WI; Chicago, IL; Naperville, IL; Charlotte, NC; Raleigh, NC

Fully remote arrangements may be considered for highly experienced candidates, though in-office collaboration is preferred when managing direct team members.

The Impact You Will Have

• Lead railroad track design and infrastructure projects from planning through design and into construction support
• Manage scope, schedule, and budget while ensuring high-quality delivery. Serve as a seller-doer by building client relationships, identifying opportunities, and supporting proposal development
• Collaborate with Project Managers and Group Leaders across the national Railroad Division to balance resources and workload
• Mentor and guide engineering staff ranging from junior engineers to senior technical professionals
• Support major railroad clients while helping expand relationships with short-line and regional railroads
• Represent Benesch at industry events, conferences, and client meetings

What We Are Looking For

• Licensed Professional Engineer
• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering
• 12+ years of industry experience with at least 8 years focused on rail track design
• Proficiency with MicroStation and Inroads or OpenRoads or OpenRail
• Experience managing scope, schedule, and budget on complex projects
• Strong client-facing experience with established industry relationships
• Experience supporting or leading proposal development
• Demonstrated ability to lead technical staff and review engineering drawings #LI-MM1