About Careertakes

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

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Position summary

Confidential client is hiring a Graduate Rail Engineer for a Minneapolis, MN (hybrid) role starting January 2027. This is an entry-level, full-time engineering position supporting rail and transportation infrastructure projects. The role provides mentorship from experienced engineers and on-the-job training in alignment, design, and CAD tools used for rail projects.

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Key responsibilities

• Conduct engineering design under the supervision of experienced engineers.
• Produce designs, calculations, sketches, schematic and working drawings.
• Collect and analyze field and design data; support site inspections as needed.
• Use engineering software (OpenRoads Designer, MicroStation, AutoCAD and MS Office) to support design tasks.
• Assist in development of rail alignments, right-of-way determination, and utility coordination.
• Perform preliminary through final design calculations and plan development.
• Deliver work on agreed schedules and budgets under supervision.
• Apply standard engineering procedures and techniques to assigned tasks.
• Support general project administration including report reproduction and document control.

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Minimum qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Rail Engineering, or closely related engineering discipline.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license required for site visits; employment contingent on acceptable Motor Vehicle Records review.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship (sponsorship is not available for this role).

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Preferred skills & experience

• Experience with AutoCAD and/or Bentley CAD drafting software (OpenRoads Designer, MicroStation).
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Interest in transportation/rail systems and alignment/design work.

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Compensation & logistics

• Employment type: Full-time (hybrid work model).
• Anticipated start: January 2027.
• Salary range (provided by client): USD 60,132.23 – USD 82,681.81 per year.
• Relocation assistance: not available.
• Sponsorship for U.S. employment authorization: not available.
• Onboarding: newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at a client office location as a condition of employment.

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Why join (what we offer)

• Structured mentorship from experienced rail and transportation engineers.
• Opportunity to work on meaningful rail and infrastructure projects in the Minneapolis region.
• Training to develop CAD and design skills and a pathway for career growth within transportation engineering.
• Benefits package depends on employment status and may include medical, dental, vision, paid time off, retirement savings, and other employee programs.

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Location & work model

• Primary location: Minneapolis, MN — hybrid work model (office + field as required).
• This position requires occasional field visits and coordination with project stakeholders.

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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.

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