Entry-Level Engineer - Rail Public Projects (Hybrid)

  • Full-time

Company Description

We are Olsson, a team-based, purpose-driven engineering and design firm. Our solutions improve communities and our people make it possible.

Our most meaningful asset is our people, and we are dedicated to providing an environment where they can continue to learn, grow, and thrive. Our entrepreneurial spirit is what has allowed us — and will continue to allow us — to grow. The result? Inspired people, amazing designs, and projects with purpose.

Job Description

If you're an emerging professional with interest in the rail industry or you've gained valuable insights through internships, projects, or coursework related to railroads or rail-focused consulting, we encourage you to apply!

As an Entry-Level Engineer, you will assist with the coordination of public projects on behalf of our railroad clients which includes project management services, coordination with various government agency project sponsors, progressing project assignments from cradle-to-grave, and providing timely reporting and communication to our rail clients and agencies.

Qualifications

You are passionate about:

  • Working collaboratively with others
  • Providing industry leading client service
  • Having ownership in the work you do
  • Using your talents to positively affect communities

You bring to the team:

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to contribute and work well on a team
  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
  • 0-4 years traffic or transportation engineering experience
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD (or similar software)
  • Interest in improving public safety and rail operations
  • Ability to handle the coordination of project management tasks
  • The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner
  • The ability to travel to project locations is required

 

Additional Information

Olsson is a nationally recognized, employee-owned firm specializing in planning and design, engineering, field services, environmental, and technology. Founded in 1956 on the very mindset that drives us today, we’re here to improve communities by making them more sustainable, better connected, and more efficient. Simply put, we work to leave the world better than we found it.

As an Olsson employee, you’ll receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.), plus you’ll:

  • Become an owner in the company after your first year through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • Engage in work that has a positive impact in communities
  • Receive an excellent 401(k) match
  • Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles
  • Benefit from a bonus system that rewards performance
  • Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements

Typical salary range for this position is $86,000 - $88,000+, and is commensurate with experience relative to the position.

Olsson is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.

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