What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Rail Engineer position at Arup?
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Role
Given our growing business, Arup is looking for an accomplished Senior Rail Engineer who wants to accelerate their career by joining our rail team in Seattle and playing an integral role in the growth of our Rail business in the Pacific Northwest. The Senior Rail Engineer will focus on executing current rail project work as well as pursuit of new rail projects. As a Senior Rail Engineer you will:
Benefits that Work - At Arup, we have a comprehensive and valuable benefits program that works for our employees and their families while keeping costs low. These benefits provide health and welfare security for you as well as paid time off for rest and renewal. Our Global Profit Share Plan (paid bi-annually) provides an opportunity for you to share in the success of the Firm. As a valued employee of Arup, you can also choose to participate in our 401(k) plan with up to 10% company match to help you save for your future.
Flexible Working - We believe that flexible arrangements create a more inclusive way of working that supports our diversity and the wellbeing of our people. Options for alternative schedules and the ability to work outside of the office for a portion of your workweek are available.
Arup is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified candidates regardless of national origin, veteran, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or other status protected by law. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please contact us at americasbenefits@arup.com.
Role
Given our growing business, Arup is looking for an accomplished Senior Rail Engineer who wants to accelerate their career by joining our rail team in Seattle and playing an integral role in the growth of our Rail business in the Pacific Northwest. The Senior Rail Engineer will focus on executing current rail project work as well as pursuit of new rail projects. As a Senior Rail Engineer you will:
- Review rail alignment, track and special trackwork design drawings, material submittals, specifications, and other technical documents.
- Provide technical reviews of design models, including track components, drainage infrastructure, clearance, and rail alignment using CAD modelling tools and applicable codes and standards.
- Supervise the progress of track infrastructure construction (i.e. rail, ties, track bed, turnouts, direct fixation appurtenances). Prepare project records tracking construction progress, field conditions, quality items, corrective actions, non-conformances, and design changes.
- Provide feedback to the contractor’s monthly schedule and review payment claims based on work progress.
- Developing and maintaining good working relationships with clients and engineering partners. Coordinate between the different parties to manage differing requests, design issues, and overall progress of track infrastructure work.
- Prepare technical reports from field oversight and site visits to be shared with the client and relevant partners.
- Perform field inspections and reporting of contractor’s work during scheduled outages.
- Assist with the production of biweekly progress maps depicting the overall project’s development.
- Prepare meeting user documentation (memos, minutes, agenda) upon request.
- Ensure the integration of disciplines with the track designs with the overall design of the railroad system.
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
- Knowledge of ballasted and ballastless (direct fixation, low vibration, imbedded and floating slab) track, special trackwork designs, track drainage design, railroad utilities, and rail systems engineering
- 6 years’ experience in trackwork design, rail and/or infrastructure projects
- Demonstrable understanding of the implications of digital and data in the planning and development of civil designs
- Experience of design build procurement and delivery would be advantageous
- Understanding of relevant design standards.
- The ability to prioritize effectively and exceptional organization skills are required for our constantly evolving environment.
- Effective presentation skills with colleagues and clients of all levels.
Benefits that Work - At Arup, we have a comprehensive and valuable benefits program that works for our employees and their families while keeping costs low. These benefits provide health and welfare security for you as well as paid time off for rest and renewal. Our Global Profit Share Plan (paid bi-annually) provides an opportunity for you to share in the success of the Firm. As a valued employee of Arup, you can also choose to participate in our 401(k) plan with up to 10% company match to help you save for your future.
Flexible Working - We believe that flexible arrangements create a more inclusive way of working that supports our diversity and the wellbeing of our people. Options for alternative schedules and the ability to work outside of the office for a portion of your workweek are available.
Arup is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified candidates regardless of national origin, veteran, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or other status protected by law. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please contact us at americasbenefits@arup.com.
Salary : $125,000 - $135,000