Engineer-In-Training: Transit & Rail - Seattle, WA

Engineer-In-Training: Transit & Rail

Transportation Jobs With David Evans And Associates

At David Evans and Associates, Inc., our Transportation team blends innovation, sustainability, and a commitment to our communities to navigate modern transportation challenges. We deliver unique solutions through cutting-edge engineering practices, creating an exceptional client experience. Every project is managed with unparalleled care.

DEA addresses modern transportation demands with focused expertise and a diverse set of services tailored to meet our clients’ evolving needs. Whether enhancing existing transportation networks or pioneering new mobility solutions, DEA’s knowledge helps shape a future where safe, efficient, convenient, and accessible mobility leads the way for sustainable growth and improved quality of life in our communities.

The Transit and Rail Practice is seeking a Civil Engineer-in-Training in Bellevue, Seattle, or Tacoma, WA.

The role of the Junior Civil Engineer-in-Training is to provide engineering, design, and observation activities related to rail transit, freight rail, and bus-rapid transit projects under the direction of a licensed civil engineer. These activities will occur both in the office and on project sites.

Because we serve transit agency and freight railroad clients on projects across the United States, some travel may be required.

What You’ll Do

Key Responsibilities

• Design of track, busways, and related transit and railroad facilities
• Design of grading, drainage, utilities, roadways and at-grade crossings, including supporting related permitting
• Production of drawings, layouts, maps, corridor and 3D modeling, and graphic representations of engineering designs using either AutoCAD Civil 3D or Bentley OpenRoads or OpenRail
• Preparation of design details, schematics, and engineering specifications
• Coordination with other project disciplines including structural, architectural, geotechnical, surveying, and other aspects of a project
• Preparation of quantity and cost estimates
• Limited field observation on project sites before, during, and after construction
• Site assessments in support of facility management and maintenance programs

What You Bring

Required Qualifications

• Interest in transit and rail projects
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology
• 0-3 years of freight rail design experience
• Licensed Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or the ability to obtain within 6 months of employment
• Ability to travel on a limited basis, up to 25% of the time at intervals of up to a week.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Comfortable working on fast-paced projects.
• Excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and organizational traits
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office software and communication tools

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience designing elements of transit trackways, busways, freight tracks, or public roadways
• Experience designing elements of bus, commuter rail, and/or transit facilities
• Experience with freight railroad or transit agency design standards
• Membership in AREMA, APTA, MPACT, APWA, or ASCE
• Membership in an AREMA APWA, APTA, or ASCE student chapter
• Experience using AutoCAD Civil 3D or Bentley OpenRoads or OpenRail design software.

What We Offer

We foster an environment where talented professionals have the freedom and support to do their most meaningful work. Our values and company culture form the foundation of our success, creating a positive and collaborative work environment. These guiding principles are vital to our continued achievements and unwavering commitment to improving the world around us.

As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to cultivate and develop your skills and work alongside talented colleagues who are committed to improving the quality of life while demonstrating stewardship of the built and natural environments.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance
• Financial wellness: Health Savings Account (HSA) and Lifestyle Spending Account with employer contributions
• Professional development: Support for continuing education and training opportunities.
• Work-life balance: Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holiday Pay
• Work Schedule: Flexible 9/80 schedule—every other Friday off!
• Retirement: 401k plan
• Wellbeing focus: Holistic Wellbeing Program centered on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community health
• Growth opportunities: Access to mentorship, professional support, and pathways for career advancement
• Potential salary range: $75,000/annually - $95,000/annually
• The posted salary range represents the typical range for this position and is provided in accordance with applicable state and local pay transparency laws. Actual compensation will be commensurate with experience, qualifications, and geographic location.

If you are a recruiter, search agency, or otherwise wish to refer a candidate to DEA, you will not be compensated in any way for your referral of a candidate to DEA without an active and signed written agreement in place in advance with DEA Human Resources.

Any resume submitted to any DEA employee by an external recruiter without a written agreement in place at the time of submission will be considered the property of DEA and DEA will not be liable for the payment of a placement fee. If you would like to notify DEA of your interest in initiating a written agreement for services, please e-mail careers@deainc.com.

Potential office locations include: Bellevue, WA; Seattle, WA; Tacoma, WA.