Joining Arup

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas.

You will have the opportunity to do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve. 

Vision: Transformative Rail 

Railways and rail travel have the potential to be catalysts for transformation and sustainable development. We plan, design, and deliver railways that redefine the way cities and countries function, propelling the sustainable travel transformation. The impact that we seek is delivered by connecting people with places, encouraging the modal shift to rail, and building and regenerating communities. In short, we shape and deliver railway projects that bring social, economic, and environmental benefits. As we continue to deliver and manage large-scale projects, we are actively expanding our ability to manage the day-to-day operations of railways. This solidifies our position as a leader in end-to-end rail projects. This commitment to driving the sustainable travel transformation ensures that we have an outsized impact on Arup’s mission to shape a better world. 

Impact: The broad impact of rail 

To deliver on our vision, we build on decades of experience in delivering major rail projects around the world including high speed, metro, commuter, light rail and freight. Over the years, we have come to pioneer a whole-system approach, ensuring that we create positive outcomes across all aspects of rail projects. This approach is supported by the blend of expertise in our teams from initial strategy and insights, through to engineering, people-centred design, and operations and asset management. Finally, we adopt and deploy the latest digital technologies in rail, using them to improve customer experience and to ensure efficient, cost-effective operations. Upon joining the rail team, you will contribute to the rail ecosystem, participating in the exploration of innovations crucial for creating a sustainable future. 

Why join Arup now: Why Rail at Arup 

Upon joining the team, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to some of the most high-profile rail projects worldwide. This connection will link you with our global network of experts, exposing you to various facets of the industry. Additionally, you will collaborate on projects that involve other Arup businesses, giving you the chance to work with experts across diverse disciplines and sectors. You’ll actively participate in our industry-leading initiatives focused on sustainability and cutting-edge rail technology. If there is a specific area that particularly interests you, you will be supported in exploring it fully. At Arup, our commitment to sustainable development encompasses decarbonization, resilience, and social value, and our rail team is fully immersed in this commitment, leading the way in sustainable rail design. We are dedicated to transforming rail and the transport ecosystem to support a better future for everyone. 

*This role can sit in New York, New Jersey, Boston, DC, or Chicago.*

The opportunity 

We are looking for a Senior Rail Engineer with significant track design responsibilities and experience to provide design development, project management, and multi-disciplinary coordination in the design process by overseeing internal teams and sub consultant partners to deliver these within agreed timelines and budgets.  This position will lead and direct project delivery teams, act as the key contact with the client for technical matters, and ensure communication is maintained between the team members.  The position will also involve support of business development efforts including client and teaming partner engagement, preparation of proposals, and participation in professional activities such as attendance and presentation at conferences.  The ideal candidate will be looking to further their career and gain invaluable experience within an established multi-disciplinary engineering firm in a position of responsibility.    

 

Participate in and lead design activities. Supervise junior staff and assist senior staff on a variety of projects. Ensure communication is maintained between team members. Coordinate communication and the flow of information between design team members. Coordinate activities and deliverables between design team members. Facilitate and track the resolution of design decisions. Apply expertise in civil and track engineering to manage elements of the design process of a multi-disciplinary design team where Arup is the Prime or lead designer. Provide guidance and expertise to deliver construction-ready design packages. Ensure design compliance with Arup’s Quality Management systems. Foster creativity and innovation through coordination with a multi-disciplinary team to meet project goals and deliver high-quality technical excellence. Write reports for internal and external purposes based on findings. Present technical material in traditional and innovative ways for review by technical and non-technical audiences. Act as the key contact with clients for technical matters. Understand client’s goals and aspirations and incorporate them into the design and management efforts of projects. Act as Project Manager on projects or support the Project Manager in establishing and monitoring the design scope, schedule, and resource plan for the design team. Participate in client user groups and stakeholder meetings. Assess client needs and identify relevant connections within Arup capabilities and services. Understand trends and best practices in Rail in North America. Support business development efforts to secure planning work and build client relationships. Leverage connections with professional colleagues, develop marketing leads, and prepare marketing proposals and materials. Participate in local and national engineering associations such as ASCE or AREMA.

The skills 

Bachelor’s Degree/Master’s Degree in Engineering. Minimum of 7 years of relevant design experience in civil and track engineering, preferably in the rail transit industry, with light rail experience highly preferred. PE License in New York, or ability to obtain appropriate certification within 1 year of employment. Experience with direct client interaction for major transit agencies or railroads as a discipline team leader or project manager. Experience with Bentley MicroStation design packages, including Open Rail Designer.  Experience with AutoCAD design packages, including Civil 3D.

Please note that all applicants must apply directly via the job portal. If this role is not quite what you are looking for, but you are interested in other opportunities for a future with purpose, please sign up to our Talent Community is where you will be kept up to date with roles suitable for you to shape a better world.

 

The Benefits – What we offer you

At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.

Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognizes the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do. 

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts. 

Benefits that Work (US) - At Arup, we have a comprehensive and valuable benefits program that works for our employees and their families while keeping costs low. These benefits provide health and welfare security for you as well as paid time off for rest and renewal. As a member of Arup, everyone shares in our success through a global profit share scheme (payments are dependent on the firm’s financial performance). Our Global Profit Share Plan (paid bi-annually) provides an opportunity for you to share in the success of the Firm. As a valued employee of Arup, you can also choose to participate in our 401(k) plan with up to 10% company match to help you save for your future

Flexible Working - We believe that flexible arrangements create a more inclusive way of working that supports our diversity and the wellbeing of our people. Options for alternative schedules and the ability to work outside of the office for a portion of your workweek are available

Hiring Range - The good faith base salary hiring range for this job if performed in New York is $113,000 to $117,000 per year. This range is commensurate with experience, educational background, and skill level. Benefits are not included in the base salary. Please note hiring ranges for candidates performing work outside of New York will differ.  

Life at Arup – Different People, Shared Values

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence. 

Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup. 

Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture – from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender, LGBTQ+ and disability – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference - Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup .

 

Our application process

We will be reviewing our candidates for this position on a rolling basis. Once you have applied you will be evaluated and potentially moved on to the next round, at which point a member of the talent resourcing team will reach out to you directly.

Arup is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, spouse of protected veteran, or disability.

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