Urban Engineers · 18 hours ago
Resident Engineer (Rail)
New Brunswick, NJ
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$180K/yr - $200K/yr
10+ years expUrban Engineers is seeking a seasoned Resident Engineer to lead field oversight for a major, multi-year railroad infrastructure program. The role involves guiding day-to-day construction activities, supervising inspectors and office engineering staff, and ensuring compliance with strict rail standards and project milestones.
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Hiring Manager
Ashley Hahn, CASR, CDR
Responsibilities
Lead daily on-site construction management and contractor oversight for a major rail program
Supervise and mentor construction inspection and office engineering staff
Coordinate with Amtrak, NJ Transit, and freight rail partners; manage staging/phasing near active tracks
Review CPM schedules, progress reports, and adherence to the project’s quality management plan
Evaluate and recommend approval of Change Orders and Contractor pay applications
Lead field meetings, track documentation, and resolve construction-related issues
Oversee site safety and ensure OSHA and rail-safety compliance
Serve as a key technical resource with long-term potential to grow into departmental leadership (HM guidance)
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering required
Professional Engineer (PE) license required
10+ years of construction management/inspection/engineering experience—ideally rail, transit, or complex heavy civil projects (20 years overall engineering experience preferred)
Strong civil/structural background: track, foundations, catenary, stations, or facilities
Experience supervising field/inspection teams
Demonstrated knowledge of passenger + freight railroad standards, codes, and construction practices
Experience working adjacent to active railroad operations; NJT/Amtrak safety training (provided as needed)
Excellent communication, documentation, and leadership skills
OSHA 10 (can be provided) and valid driver's license
Preferred
20 years overall engineering experience preferred
Benefits
Working on a high-profile, long-term rail megaproject
Direct partnership with senior Rail & Transit leadership
A collaborative, people-first culture with strong internal mentorship
Company
Urban Engineers
Urban Engineers is a civil engineering company specializing in planning and construction support services.
201-500 employees
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