Project Engineer – Rail

Trilon Group

Rail Project Engineer designing and overseeing rail projects from inception to completion. Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations.

Posted 7/30/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $100,000 - $140,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing rail projects, ensuring compliance with regulations, and implementing quality assurance procedures. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential for fostering client relationships and training junior staff.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor’s Degree In EngineeringProfessional Engineer (PE) License4 Years Of Experience In Rail ProjectsProficiency In MS Office ApplicationsQuality Assurance And Quality Control (QA/QC)

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Soft Skills

Strong LeadershipOrganizational SkillsCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

CAD

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Engineer (PE) License

Industry Keywords

Rail ProjectsTransit ProjectsSite Development ProjectsComplianceClient Relationship Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead design efforts for and support Project Managers manage an array of small to large rail projects simultaneously.
Assist the Project Manager assign and train junior staff to work proficiently in CAD to ensure projects are delivered on schedule and within budget.
Attend client meetings and support the strengthening of client relationships by contributing to meetings and delivering projects successfully.
Coordinate with governing agencies across multiple states to ensure compliance with relevant regulations.
Implement quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) procedures throughout project development.
Work closely with Project Managers to gain deeper understanding of business practices and grow into Project management.
Travel occasionally to rail project sites, in person client meeting, and industry conferences.
Perform other duties as needed.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience in rail, transit or site development projects.
Professional Engineer (PE) license required
Proficiency in MS Office applications.
Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Commitment to actively contributing to a dynamic and employee-owned culture.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
Generous paid time off
401(k): 50% match of contribution up to 6%
Professional development opportunities including in-house training
Paid professional organization membership and professional licensure