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Structural Engineer, Rail + Transit Design
full-timeNew York, Alexandria$78k - $138k

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Location

New York, Alexandria

Salary

$78k - $138k

Type

full-time

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About this role

TYLin is a globally recognized, full-service infrastructure consulting firm committed to providing innovative, cost-effective, constructible designs for the global infrastructure market. With over 3,000 employees throughout the Americas, Asia, and Europe, the firm provides support on projects of varying size and complexity. Together, we enhance conventional designs with smarter, more resilient systems. We provide people with better mobility. We steward precious resources by finding more sustainable solutions.

Job Summary

TYLin is seeking a dedicated and skilled Rail + Transit Structural Engineer to join our growing team. In this role, you will be responsible for the structural design of critical transportation facilities and structures, including stations, maintenance facilities and line structures. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative solutions that support the region’s transit networks.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

What You’ll Do:

  • Lead and develop detailed structural designs of rail and transit facilities, line structure component repairs, ensuring compliance with the latest industry codes and client standards.

  • Prepare design calculations, reports, drawings, and specifications for stations, maintenance facilities, elevated guideways, and other transit structures.

  • Conduct structural analysis and develop design solutions that enhance safety, durability, and constructability.

  • Work closely within a multidisciplinary team of engineers and in close coordination contractors, to integrate structural designs into overall project requirements.

  • Perform structural inspections, field assessments and condition evaluations for transit-related projects.

  • Ensure designs meet the requirements of MTA, Amtrak, NJ Transit, and other regional transit agencies.

  • Support project management activities, including budget tracking, scheduling, and client coordination.

  • Regularly engage with clients to present design options, progress reports, and technical solutions.   Collect and incorporate client feedback into project deliverables to ensure final designs meet or exceed client requirements and expectations.

What You’ll Bring:

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.

  • 5+ years of experience in structural engineering with a focus on rail and transit projects.

  • Strong knowledge of steel, concrete, and masonry design.

  • Familiarity with industry standards such as AREMA, AASHTO, NYC/NYS Building Code, and MTA design guidelines.

  • Proficiency in structural analysis software (SAP2000, ETABS, SAFE or similar) and CAD/BIM tools (Revit, AutoCAD, MicroStation).

  • Professional Engineer (PE) license in NY (or ability to obtain within a reasonable timeframe).

  • Experience on MTA C&D/NYCT Projects is required.

  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Why Join Us?

  • Work on high-impact rail and transit projects that shape the future of New York City’s transportation system.

  • Collaborative and dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth.

  • Competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and hybrid work flexibility.

If you are passionate about designing the infrastructure that moves millions of people daily, we want to hear from you!


 

Additional Information

TYLin is committed to pay equity. As part of that commitment, we have provided the base compensation range of $78,000 - $138,000 annually for this position and local market. We recognize that each candidate brings a unique set of skills, experience, education and competencies to the table that will be reflected in our offer. TYLin is proud to offer exciting career development opportunities.  

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TYLin offers a comprehensive total rewards package. Our benefits may include extensive medical, disability and life insurance coverage, continuing education benefits, paid time off, employee assistance program and a retirement savings plan with company matching contributions.

We encourage all candidates to explore our total rewards offering.

Collaboration, mission-driven focus, discipline, and leadership skills developed through military service benefit us all. Whether you are a Veteran, Guardsman or Reservist, a Military Spouse or you are planning to transition to civilian life in the near future, we welcome and value your application.

TYLin is an equal opportunity employer, and we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type as protected by federal, provincial, state or local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.  The company and its employees are required to comply with all local health authority, legal or lawful client requirements.

Other facts

Tech stack
Structural Design,Rail Projects,Transit Projects,Steel Design,Concrete Design,Masonry Design,Structural Analysis,CAD Tools,BIM Tools,Project Management,Client Coordination,Problem-Solving,Field Assessments,Condition Evaluations,Compliance,Team Collaboration

About Global Infrastructure

As a global engineering firm, we design infrastructure solutions that connect and elevate communities. That means enhancing conventional designs with smarter, more resilient systems. Connecting gridlocked populations with better means of mobility. Stewarding precious resources with more sustainable solutions. And solving our client’s unique challenges with innovative and technically advanced approaches.

Team size: 1,001-5,000 employees
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Industry: Civil Engineering

What you'll do

  • You will lead and develop detailed structural designs for rail and transit facilities, ensuring compliance with industry codes. Additionally, you will conduct structural analysis and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance safety and constructability.

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What does Global Infrastructure pay for a Structural Engineer, Rail + Transit Design?

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What does a Structural Engineer, Rail + Transit Design do at Global Infrastructure?

As a Structural Engineer, Rail + Transit Design at Global Infrastructure, you will: you will lead and develop detailed structural designs for rail and transit facilities, ensuring compliance with industry codes. Additionally, you will conduct structural analysis and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance safety and constructability..

Why join Global Infrastructure as a Structural Engineer, Rail + Transit Design?

Global Infrastructure is a leading Civil Engineering company. The Structural Engineer, Rail + Transit Design role offers competitive compensation.

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The Structural Engineer, Rail + Transit Design position at Global Infrastructure is based in New York, United States and Alexandria, Virginia, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

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