About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Engineering & Design — Rail & Transportation Infrastructure.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

This is a hands-on, field-focused entry-level engineering role within the Rail Construction & Administration Management (Rail CAM) practice. You will learn from experienced railroad professionals while supporting rail construction, inspection, and field investigations.

• Support rail construction management and on-site construction observation
• Assist with industry track inspections and owner’s representative duties
• Perform field data collection for geotechnical and site investigations
• Help prepare field reports, daily logs, and basic technical documentation
• Coordinate with construction managers, track inspectors, subcontractors, and project teams
• Apply and follow safety practices in active construction environments
• Travel frequently for assignments; may be up to 100% during peak construction seasons

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Who You Are / Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Construction Engineering, or a closely related engineering discipline
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification, or ability to obtain EIT certification shortly after hire
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and a team-oriented mindset
• Demonstrated interest in field-based engineering, construction observation, and railroad operations
• Comfortable working outdoors in varying terrain and weather conditions and in active construction zones
• Willingness and ability to travel frequently, including extended field assignments (up to 100% during peak periods)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for travel to project sites
• Ability to lift and carry equipment up to 30 lbs

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Nice to Have / Preferred

• Internship or prior field experience on transportation or rail projects
• Basic familiarity with track inspection processes or rail operations
• Exposure to geotechnical field testing and reporting

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What You’ll Receive

• Career development and on-the-job training with experienced rail professionals
• Competitive benefits for full-time employees (health, vision, dental, paid time off)
• 401(k) with company match
• Opportunity to participate in a performance-based bonus program
• Tailored development paths and the possibility for flexible work arrangements
• Meaningful project work that positively impacts communities

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Additional Details

• Employment type: Full-time
• Location: Olathe, KS (field assignments across project locations)
• Travel: Up to 100% during peak construction seasons and project demands
• Physical demands: Fieldwork in outdoor conditions; ability to lift up to 30 lbs
• This position is field-centric rather than office-based and is best for candidates seeking hands-on project experience in rail infrastructure

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

If you have questions about how your data is used, please contact us directly.