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EVS, Inc.

Survey Crew Chief

Eden Prairie, MN

Company Description Since 1979, EVS has been serving our clients' Civil Engineering, Electrical ... MnDOT and Railroad staking experience a plus. * Ability to understand and operate total stations ...

EVS, Inc.

Survey Crew Chief

Eden Prairie, MN · On-site

Company Description Since 1979, EVS has been serving our clients' Civil Engineering, Electrical ... MnDOT and Railroad staking experience a plus. * Ability to understand and operate total stations ...

ADP, Inc.

Chief Operations Officer

Vancouver, WA · On-site

$200 - $250/hr

Engineering and project delivery, and infrastructure operations * Safety and risk, security ... Supports rate setting of the Port's rail and marine tariffs. People & Labor Relations * Leads and ...

Nium

Chief Payments Officer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

The Chief Payments Officer is the person who owns the infrastructure that makes all of it possible ... Own the roadmap for next-generation network capabilities - including stablecoin rails, programmable ...

Quest Global

Chief Engineer

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$120K - $150K/yr

... rail and semiconductor industries. We are looking for humble geniuses, who believe that engineering ... The Chief Engineer will lead technical aspects of opportunities, proposals, and projects. Ensure ...

Quest Global

Chief Engineer

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$120K - $150K/yr

... rail and semiconductor industries. We are looking for humble geniuses, who believe that engineering ... The Chief Engineer will lead technical aspects of opportunities, proposals, and projects. Ensure ...

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How much do chief railroad engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for chief railroad engineer in the United States is $92,945.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $59,000.00 and $120,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Chief Railroad Engineer vs Railroad Engineer?

AspectChief Railroad EngineerRailroad Engineer
CredentialsEngineering degree, professional engineer licenseHigh school diploma, technical training
Work EnvironmentManagement, planning, overseeing projectsFieldwork, operating trains, maintenance
Industry UsageLeadership role in railroad construction and safetyOperational role in train operation and safety

The Chief Railroad Engineer typically holds a higher-level management and oversight position, focusing on planning, design, and safety protocols. In contrast, a Railroad Engineer primarily operates trains and handles day-to-day operational tasks. Both roles require technical knowledge, but the Chief Railroad Engineer has broader responsibilities in project management and compliance within the railroad industry.

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Infographic showing various Chief Railroad Engineer job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 92% Full Time, 3% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $92,945 per year, or $44.7 per hour.

Survey Crew Chief

Eden Prairie, MN

EVS, Inc.
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Full-time

Re-posted 6 days ago

Job description

Company Description

Since 1979, EVS has been serving our clients' Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Land Surveying and Environmental needs. Our firm offers services to meet the demands of a variety of projects for private corporations, governmental agencies, contractors, developers, and architects. Our team consists of a combination of Civil Engineers, Electrical Engineers, Land Surveyors, and support personnel.

Job Description

We are looking for a Survey Crew Chief to run a survey crew for mapping and construction projects. This candidate will be supervisor of a field survey crew engaged in various types of surveys including performing boundary traverses, location surveys, level runs, retracement surveys, staking subdivisions, bridges, highways and commercial developments. The crew chief will document all phases of survey work.

Qualifications
  • High School diploma or GED and 4 years' experience as a Survey Crew Chief. Two years of college preferred.
  • LSIT or Certified Survey Technician Level 3 also preferred.
  • MnDOT and Railroad staking experience a plus.
  • Ability to understand and operate total stations with electronic data collecting capabilities.
  • Must have the ability to run Trimble GPS and robotic total stations
  • Ability to work with computer programs and perform calculations such as algebra and trigonometry and compute arcs, angles and distances from surface data.
  • Knowledge of construction plans and specifications.
  • Ability to walk long distances and be able to lift 50 lbs. of equipment.
  • Availability for out-of-town work a plus.
  • Must have good handwriting skills for marking lath and recording field notes.
  • Clean driving record required.
  • Must have or be prepared to obtain OSHA 10-hour training, Railway Safety training and additional project related safety certifications.
Additional Information

EVS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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