Senior Rail Systems Engineer – Freight Rail Infrastructure

Senior Rail Systems Engineer – Freight Rail Infrastructure Location: Chicago, Illinois (preferred) | Greater Midwest, Great Lakes Region & Other Major US Metropolitan Areas Sector: Freight Rail | Rail Infrastructure | Engineering & Design Employment: Permanent | Senior-Level Opportunity The Opportunity We are representing a leading international engineering and infrastructure consultancy seeking to appoint two Senior Rail Systems Engineers as part of an ambitious expansion of its US freight rail business. With an established presence across North America and longstanding relationships with major freight rail operators, the company is investing significantly in growing its US engineering and design capabilities. This is an opportunity for experienced railway engineers to join a growing business, take ownership of technically challenging projects and play a meaningful role in shaping the future of its US rail operations. The successful candidates will bring a strong understanding of railway infrastructure, integrated rail systems, operational planning, civil engineering and multidisciplinary design . While a track engineering background would be advantageous, the business is particularly interested in engineers who understand how the complete railway system operates and can integrate multiple engineering disciplines into practical, commercially viable solutions. Key Responsibilities Lead and deliver engineering and design solutions for major freight rail infrastructure projects across the United States. Provide technical expertise across track infrastructure, civil engineering, railway systems and operational planning. Coordinate multidisciplinary railway design, ensuring integration between track, civil, structural, signalling and operational requirements. Support railway network upgrades, capacity improvements, infrastructure expansion and capital investment programmes. Lead technical activities from feasibility and concept development through detailed design and project delivery. Work directly with major freight rail operators, infrastructure owners and project stakeholders. Contribute to technical proposals, commercial opportunities and client relationship development. Mentor junior engineers and support the continued growth of the US engineering team. Candidate Requirements Degree in Civil Engineering, Railway Engineering or a related engineering discipline. Significant experience in railway infrastructure engineering and design, ideally within the North American freight rail sector. Strong understanding of multidisciplinary rail systems, including track, civil infrastructure, operational planning and engineering design. Track engineering experience advantageous, but candidates must demonstrate broader railway systems knowledge. Experience delivering feasibility studies, preliminary engineering and detailed design packages. Familiarity with North American freight rail standards, operational requirements and engineering practices. Proven ability to coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams and engage directly with clients. Strong commercial awareness, communication skills and problem-solving abilities. Professional Engineer (PE) licence preferred. Experience supporting business development or technical proposals would be advantageous. Why Consider This Opportunity? This is not simply another engineering delivery role. The organisation is entering an important growth phase in the United States, creating genuine opportunities for experienced engineers to influence the direction of its rail business. Successful candidates will benefit from: Career progression: A clear opportunity to develop into Principal Engineer, Technical Lead or Engineering Management positions as the US business expands. Business growth: The chance to help establish and strengthen engineering capabilities within a growing US rail practice. Major projects: Exposure to complex freight rail infrastructure, network improvements and multidisciplinary engin…

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