Benesch · 5 hours ago
Railroad Signal Designer
Fort Worth, TX
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
4+ years expBenesch is a growing, multi-disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm that enhances infrastructure and communities across the country. They are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Railroad Signal Designer to join their Railroad Grade Crossing team, focusing on efficient design processes and collaboration with various stakeholders to drive project success.
Civil EngineeringConstructionRailroad
Responsibilities
Manage project scope and timelines, focusing on efficient design processes
Active involvement in design for Class 1, short line & regional, commuter, and/or transit railroads
Computer-aided design (CAD) understanding to direct project submittal formatting and plotting to client requirements
Implementation and verification testing of vital application logic for project success
Collaborate with railroad companies, highway authorities, and other key stakeholders to drive project success
Involvement in QA/QC oversight for project success
Conduct detailed analyses and investigations, documenting findings and generating comprehensive reports
Handle communications related to project issues and maintain regular updates on project progress and technical challenges
Uphold quality control standards and ensure timely completion of tasks within schedule constraints
Stay updated with relevant design standards and codes, applying them effectively across projects
Undertake additional responsibilities as needed to support the Project Manager and ensure project excellence
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's in Electrical, Electronic, Computer or related engineering degree from an ABET-accredited university
4+ years of railroad signal design experience
Proficiency in Microsoft suite products (Excel, Teams, Outlook, Word)
Proficiency in CAD programs, such as MicroStation and/or AutoCAD, in direct use and managing CAD drafting
Experience with railroad programmable logic controllers, such as ElectrologIXS, Microlok, XP4, and Grade Crossing Predictors, will be a distinguishing factor
Professional verbal and written communication skills for interaction with clients and project stakeholders
Ability to work overtime and travel (up to 5% of time) as-needed to meet deadlines or visit field sites
Ability to earn EIT and PE license required, if not already certified/licensed
Preferred
Additional experience in railroad signal maintenance and construction will also be considered
Preference will be given to candidates located within a commutable distance from the Fort Worth, TX office
Benefits
Insurance
Retirement plans
Wellness programs
Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses
Ongoing professional development through resources like Red Vector, LinkedIn Learning, technical team meetings, knowledge-sharing training sessions
Personalized training and career development plans with your manager
Funding for training, committee work, professional organization memberships, and licenses/certifications
Support for active participation in professional organizations to foster leadership and community engagement
Access to valuable retirement planning tools, education, and individual meetings with plan advisors at no charge
Potential for Benesch to contribute up to 9% of your gross compensation to your retirement plan (5% profit-sharing contribution to your 401(k) plan, regardless of your own contributions & 80% match on your contributions, up to a maximum company contribution of 4%)
Flexible work schedules and hours, including work-from-home options (dependent on the role)
Generous Paid Time Benefits (PTB) that increase with your career
Immediate use of annual PTB; no accrual needed with the ability to bundle time-off plans for extended vacations or life events
Ten days of paid parental leave for birth, adoption, or foster placement
Company
Benesch
Serving a broad range of markets, Benesch has played a role in shaping our nation’s infrastructure and local communities for decades.
501-1000 employees
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