Sobre esta vaga de Railroad Grade Crossing – Designer na Benesch
Simply Put, A Great Place to Work
Benesch is a growing, multi-disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm. We enhance infrastructure and communities across the country – creating spaces and providing connections in ways that make a difference.
We pride ourselves on being nimble enough to remain responsive to client needs yet large enough to offer exceptional bench strength. As a member of our team, you’ll have an opportunity to draw from those resources when you need them and, likewise, contribute your expertise when you have something to share.
At Benesch, we are looking for candidates with varied backgrounds and worldviews. We are committed to offering an inclusive work environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Statistics show that women and underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for a position if they don’t meet 100% of the qualifications. If this statement resonates with you, don’t be so hard on yourself—apply for the job!
Railroad Grade Crossing – Designer I
Benesch’s Rail Division provides trusted expertise in rail grade crossing safety, rail signal systems, and traffic operations. Our Rail Grade Crossing team focuses on designing safe and efficient rail crossings, traffic signal preemption, and related traffic and transportation improvements for both public agencies and private clients.
As a Designer I on our Railroad Grade Crossing team, you will support traffic design and transportation engineering efforts for roadway and infrastructure projects. Responsibilities may include traffic signal design, maintenance of traffic plans, signage and pavement marking layouts, and transportation analysis.
Location
Fully remote arrangements will be considered for qualified candidates.
The Impact You Will Have
- Conduct traffic operations and safety analyses for rail grade crossings and associated roadway projects
- Prepare preliminary and final design plans, specifications, and engineering calculations
- Coordinate drafting of project deliverables and ensure compliance with local, state, and federal standards
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and mentor junior engineers
- Build and maintain client relationships, including local and state transportation agencies
- Represent Benesch at industry and professional events
What We Are Looking For#LI-MM1
- B.S. Degree in Civil Engineering or closely related discipline
- 0-3 years of experience in rail/traffic engineering, grade crossing design, or related transportation work
- Experience working with public agencies and municipalities; state DOT experience preferred
- Strong knowledge of traffic operations, signal design, safety analyses, and roadway design
- Proficiency with CADD, Synchro, GIS, and other traffic modeling or design software
- Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage project deliverables, and mentor staff
- Excellent communication, client relations, and organizational skills #LI-ML1
Benesch is an equal opportunity employer committed to a professional, inclusive, and compliant workplace. We follow all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws, including those related to non-discrimination, pay transparency, and equal opportunity for protected groups such as veterans and individuals with disabilities. This includes adhering to regulations related to equal employment opportunity, non-discrimination, pay transparency, and any other legislation relevant to the jurisdictions in which we operate.
Why Benesch
It’s simple. We invest in our people, not just our projects.
- Career growth that’s real with leadership development, training, and clear paths forward
- Strong financial future with up to 9% retirement contribution for benefit-eligible employees
- Flexibility that works with schedules that support your life
- Time to recharge with generous paid time off and parental leave for benefit-eligible employees
- Support beyond work through mentorship, hands-on experience, and opportunities to make an impact from day one
Whether you’re starting your career or bringing years of experience, you’ll have the support and exposure to grow here.
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Equal Opportunity & Accessibility
At Benesch, we believe great work starts with great people and that means creating a workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.
Benesch is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants in all protected groups, including veterans and individuals with disabilities, or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.
Benesch is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with a physical disability or other impairment.
If you are limited in your ability or are unable to access Benesch's Careers website due to a physical disability or other impairment, you may request a reasonable accommodation by emailing [email protected]. This option is only available to those in need of an accommodation due to a disability or other impairment. Please do not use this as an alternative method for general inquiries or status on applications, as you will not receive a response. Reasonable requests will be responded to as soon as possible on a case-by-case basis.
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We will be accepting applications on an ongoing basis until a candidate is found.
External Recruiters and Staffing Agencies
Benesch shall have no obligation to compensate any external recruiter or search firm for candidate submissions made without a valid, current, and fully executed agreement. Submission of candidate information does not establish entitlement to a fee.
All recruiting activity must be coordinated and authorized through the Benesch Talent Acquisition team. Please direct all communications to [email protected]
