Project Engineer Jobs at Horrocks with Visa Sponsorship

INTRODUCTION

At Horrocks, we believe the best work comes from companies with values, that our people are our greatest resource, and that we have a responsibility to the communities where we live and work. We are seeking an experienced and motivated Rail Project Engineer to design and lead rail projects from inception to completion. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of railroad design, grading, rail layout, rail corridors, federal and state regulations, and a strong competency in CAD. This role will involve strengthening client relationships, coordinating multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring successful project delivery.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• 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.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• 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.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

At Horrocks, you can expect a competitive base salary and award-winning benefits. Including, but not limited to:

• 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

ABOUT HORROCKS

Founded over 55 years ago, Horrocks has a long-standing history of delivering exceptional infrastructure solutions. At the heart of our company is a commitment to providing essential resources for communities and improving quality of life through innovative and forward-thinking engineering practices. Our teams of dedicated professionals deliver high-quality results on every project and are driven by a culture of service. With our slogan "What we do matters," we strive to make a meaningful difference in the world through our work. Our approach is holistic, taking into consideration all aspects of a project to ensure it meets the needs of the present while preparing for the future. We invest in our people and culture, recognizing that our success is dependent on the talents and dedication of our team. At our firm, we don't just build infrastructure — we build better communities.

OUR HIRING PROCESS

Stage 1: Applied

Stage 2: Initial Screening

Stage 3: 1st Interview

Stage 4: Offer

Stage 5: Hired

Equal Opportunity Employer including disability and protected veteran status