Railroad Track & Civil Review/ Design Engineer – Public Projects

Benesch

Atlanta, GA · HybridJob$31–45/hrPosted 1 day agoStill listed today

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Compensation
$31–45/hr
Location
Atlanta, GAHybrid
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

Benesch seeks a Railroad Track & Civil Review/Design Engineer for its Public Projects team. The role supports railroad clients on Class I, short line, and commuter rail projects through plan reviews, design work, and site inspections. The position follows a hybrid schedule and is available from several listed offices. Candidates with prior freight or commuter railroad experience and experience with MicroStation InRoads and/or OpenRail Designer are described as ideal.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Civil Engineering DesignRailroad Plan ReviewMicrosoft OfficeMicroStationInRoadsOpenRail DesignerOrganizational SkillsCommunicationRelationship BuildingProblem-SolvingField Inspection

Qualifications

2+ Years Civil Engineering Design or Plan Review ExperienceCivil or Railroad Engineering DegreeFreight or Commuter Railroad Project ExperienceOccasional Out-of-Town Travel

Benefits

Paid Time Off
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Parental Leave

Full job description

Simply Put, A Great Place to Work

Benesch is a growing, multi-disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm. We enhance infrastructure and communities across the country – creating spaces and providing connections in ways that make a difference.

We pride ourselves on being nimble enough to remain responsive to client needs yet large enough to offer exceptional bench strength. As a member of our team, you’ll have an opportunity to draw from those resources when you need them and, likewise, contribute your expertise when you have something to share.

At Benesch, we are looking for candidates with varied backgrounds and worldviews. We are committed to offering an inclusive work environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Statistics show that women and underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for a position if they don’t meet 100% of the qualifications. If this statement resonates with you, don’t be so hard on yourself—apply for the job!

Railroad Track & Civil Review/ Design Engineer – Public Projects

Be part of our dynamic and growing Public Projects Civil/Track Design Review team within Benesch's thriving Railroad Services group. As a Railroad Track & Civil Review/ Design Engineer, you will acquire practical experience on a wide variety of projects while collaborating with experienced Project Managers, Engineers, and Technicians to deliver services for Class I, short line, and commuter rail projects. Your responsibilities will include participating in Public Project Plan reviews, design projects and performing site inspections which includes tasks such as; developing or reviewing track and civil design plans, specifications, and cost estimates; and conducting field inspections. The ideal candidate will have prior experience working on projects for freight and or commuter railroads and rail agencies, with experience using MicroStation InRoads and/or OpenRail designer.

Location:

The position provides a Hybrid schedule and is open to candidates in the following locations: Omaha, NE, Bellevue, NE Charlotte, NC, Milwaukee, WI, Chicago, IL or Naperville, IL, Denver, CO, Atlanta, GA, Kansas City, MO offices.

The Impact You Will Have:

  • Work on behalf of Railroad Clients to protect their ROW and operations and to assist in helping to deliver successful projects.

  • Work on challenging projects where you will assist in progressing projects by providing constructive designs and review comments.

  • Help meet project deadlines on schedule and within budget.

  • Assist in the review of design plans and work closely with Project Managers and Design Engineers.

  • Complete project design plans and work closely with Project Managers and Project Engineers.

  • Perform field inspections and provide reports for the use of the client.

What We Are Looking For:

  • 2-5 years of Civil Engineering design or plan review experience for railroad projects and or have a degree in Civil or Railroad Engineering.

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel etc.).

  • You have experience using MicroStation and Inroads and/or OpenRail designer.

  • You have excellent organizational & communication skills to communicate complex technical concepts to engineers, clients, and public stakeholders.

  • You enjoy building effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

  • You enjoy problem-solving and learning new technical skills.

  • You are willing to accept occasional out-of-town travel to meet project demands. #AG-1

The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in accordance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. The final agreed-upon compensation is based on numerous factors, including but not limited to individual education, qualifications, prior work experience, and geographic location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary, overtime, and bonuses.

Benefits:

Our benefits package is designed to take care of our employees. Benesch offers a generous paid time benefits plan that increases throughout your career plus several paid holidays. Our benefits include medical, dental, and vision benefits. We also include company-paid life insurance, short term, and long-term disability plans. Benesch offers a 401K plan and profit-sharing contributions to the 401K plan. From insurance and retirement plan to our wellness programs, we provide employee benefits that meet your wants and needs.

Colorado Pay Range $31—$45 USD

The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in accordance with the State of Illinois Pay Transparency Act, Illinois Pay Transparency Law. The final agreed-upon compensation is based on numerous factors, including but not limited to individual education, qualifications, prior work experience, and geographic location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary, overtime, and bonuses.

Our benefits package is designed to take care of our employees and is compliant with the State of Illinois Paid Leave Act, Illinois Paid Leave Act. Benesch offers a generous paid time benefits plan that increases throughout your career plus several paid holidays. Our benefits include medical, dental, and vision benefits. We also include company-paid life insurance, short term, and long-term disability plans. Benesch offers a 401K plan and profit-sharing contributions to the 401K plan. From insurance and retirement plan to our wellness programs, we provide employee benefits that meet your wants and needs.

Illinois Pay Range $31—$45 USD

Why Benesch?

It’s simple. We invest in our people, not just our projects.

Your next opportunity should do more than offer a new title. It should build on the experience you've gained, challenge you to keep growing, and give you the opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

At Benesch, we believe great work starts with great people. That's why we're committed to creating an environment where you can contribute your ideas, develop your skills, and build a career you're proud of.

Here's what you can look forward to:

  • Real career growth: Professional development, leadership training, mentorship, and opportunities to take on new challenges and greater responsibility.

  • A strong financial future: Up to 9% retirement contribution for benefit-eligible employees.

  • Flexibility that works: Work schedules that support your professional and personal life.

  • Time to recharge: Generous paid time off and parental leave for benefit-eligible employees.

  • Work that makes an impact: Opportunities to collaborate, contribute ideas, solve meaningful challenges, and see the difference your work makes.

  • Room to grow your way: Whether you want to deepen your expertise, explore new opportunities, or grow into leadership, we want to help you take the next step.

Your Next Chapter Starts Here

Whether you're just starting your career or bringing years of experience, Benesch offers an opportunity to build on what you've accomplished while continuing to grow.

Bring your experience, your ideas, and your ambition. Discover what you can accomplish at Benesch.

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Equal Opportunity & Accessibility

At Benesch, we believe great work starts with great people and that means creating a workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.

Benesch is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants in all protected groups, including veterans and individuals with disabilities, or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.

Benesch is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with a physical disability or other impairment.

If you are limited in your ability or are unable to access Benesch's Careers website due to a physical disability or other impairment, you may request a reasonable accommodation by emailing [email protected]. This option is only available to those in need of an accommodation due to a disability or other impairment. Please do not use this as an alternative method for general inquiries or status on applications, as you will not receive a response. Reasonable requests will be responded to as soon as possible on a case-by-case basis.

If you are based in California, we encourage you to read this important information for California residents linked here.

Know your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal

We will be accepting applications on an ongoing basis until a candidate is found.

External Recruiters and Staffing Agencies

Benesch shall have no obligation to compensate any external recruiter or search firm for candidate submissions made without a valid, current, and fully executed agreement. Submission of candidate information does not establish entitlement to a fee.

All recruiting activity must be coordinated and authorized through the Benesch Talent Acquisition team. Please direct all communications to [email protected]

How this job compares

Set against the 5,113 open Civil Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 30, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$31–45/hr
  • US median$31–43/hr210 hourly ranges

This range's midpoint, $38/hr, is 4% above the US median midpoint ($37/hr) — in the middle half of Civil Engineer hourly ranges across the US.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 96 open Civil Engineer jobs in Georgia and 5,113 across the US. 5% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Georgia
Experience
Civil Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for 6 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 3 to 8 years (4,139 postings).
Education
3,932 of the 5,113 open Civil Engineer jobs (77%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on October 30, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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