Transit and Rail Civil Engineer

Overview

ABOUT THE POSITION

Civil Engineer – Transportation Transit & Rail | Hybrid | Wethersfield, CT

VHB is seeking a talented Civil Engineer to join our growing Transportation practice in Wethersfield, CT with a focus on Transit & Rail projects. This hire will be part of a design engineering team supporting a variety of Transportation projects, including railroad and rail/bus transit projects. The candidate should have expertise and experience in the railroad and rail/bus transit industry and a desire to grow in the business. 

Responsibilities

• Assist and perform civil design on a variety of rail projects including stations, site/civil/drainage, layover/service/support facilities, bus transit, and maintenance of equipment (MOE) and maintenance of way (MOW) yards
• Develop, manage, and maintain project schedules and budgets
• Assist in development of project deliverables
• Support the Project Development process including preparation of conceptual level designs, feasibility studies, planning studies, supporting documentation and quality control
• Perform inspections, evaluations, and assessments of rail and transit infrastructure Develop specifications, cost estimates, and project schedules
• Prepare technical reports and analyses
• Assist in the development of construction bid documents
• Provide design support services during construction
• Work effectively and collaboratively in a multi-discipline team environment

Skills and Attributes 

• Strong understanding of transit and rail infrastructure and multi-discipline system integration
• Technical experience in multiple transit and rail design disciplines (site/civil/drainage, track, rail systems, grade crossings, stations structures, transit facilities, bus transit, route design, right-of-way, clearances)
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills and analytical skills
• Strong capability in the use of computer applications including MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc.)
• Familiarity with track, station, layover/support/service facilities and general civil engineering

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field of study required, Master’s degree a plus and may substitute for 1 year of experience
• 5-8+ years of professional experience in civil and transit/transportation engineering design required (focus in transit & rail preferred)
• Understanding of railroad and rail transit design requirements including AREMA recommended practices preferred
• PE License required
• CTDOT project experience preferred
• Experience with the MicroStation CADD platform is preferred but candidates with AutoCAD experience and the desire to learn MicroStation will be considered

The full-time annual base salary range for this position, located in Connecticut, is $95,000 to $135,000. The base salary offered will be determined based on job-related factors, including geographic location, internal equity, experience, credentials, skills, education, work schedule, and other factors permitted by law. The posted salary range reflects base pay only. Additional compensation and benefits available to eligible employees are outlined in our Total Rewards Program. 

Annual base salary is one component of VHB’s Total Rewards package. In addition to base pay, eligible employees may receive annual incentive compensation bonuses, spot bonuses, and merit-based salary increases, providing opportunities to increase earnings beyond base pay. VHB also offers a differentiating work experience, including a comprehensive benefits package that includes eligibility to participate in the VHB 401(k) plan, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, wellness programs, tuition reimbursement, and recognition programs. 

Details on VHB’s benefits package can be found here: Benefits Checklist  

Building what’s next, together.

Our people make the difference. We foster a technology-empowered, people‑driven, future‑ready culture where agility, innovation, and collaboration shape how we work every day.

When you join VHB, you’ll find:

• Meaningful work on complex projects with real community impact
• A collaborative, inclusive culture that values curiosity and shared success
• Support to grow your skills and lead through change
• Learning and development supported by evolving tools and technologies, including AI
• Best-in-class benefits and a flexible, hybrid work environment

We’re growing across the East Coast and are consistently recognized as a great place to work. Ready to shape what’s next? Learn more about what sets our employee experience apart and connect with us.  

VHB is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of inclusion and belonging, supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

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