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Entry Level Rail Design Engineer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Rail Transit EIT

Salt Lake City, UT

$75K - $99.20K/yr

Support Rail Project Managers and Engineers to develop track and civil design plans, specifications ... Support mentorship of entry level rail and transit staff * Familiarity and experience with local ...

Rail Transit EIT

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

$75K - $99.20K/yr

Support Rail Project Managers and Engineers to develop track and civil design plans, specifications ... Support mentorship of entry level rail and transit staff * Familiarity and experience with local ...

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Design Engineer

Southlake, TX · On-site

$80K - $125K/yr

Looking to hire an experienced design engineer with experience in transmission/distribution pole ... rail, guardrail, and retaining walls. We leverage industry-leading software including AutoCAD ...

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How much do entry level rail design engineer jobs pay per year?

As of May 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level rail design engineer in the United States is $69,362.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $51,500.00 and $78,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Rail Design Engineer vs Junior Civil Engineer?

AspectEntry Level Rail Design EngineerJunior Civil Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Civil or Mechanical Engineering, some knowledge of rail systemsBachelor's in Civil Engineering, foundational engineering skills
Work EnvironmentRailway construction sites, design officesConstruction sites, infrastructure projects, design offices
Industry UsageRailway companies, transportation agenciesConstruction firms, government agencies, consulting firms
Common Search IntentEntry level rail design roles, rail engineering jobsJunior civil engineering roles, entry level civil jobs

The Entry Level Rail Design Engineer typically focuses on designing railway systems and infrastructure, requiring specific knowledge of rail projects. In contrast, a Junior Civil Engineer has a broader civil engineering scope, working on various infrastructure projects. Both roles often require a bachelor's degree and entry-level experience, but the rail design engineer specializes in transportation infrastructure, making their work more specific to railway systems.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Rail Design Engineer job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 95% Full Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 81% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 15% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $69,362 per year, or $33.3 per hour.
Rail Design Engineer

Rail Design Engineer

PGH Wong Engineering, Inc.

Santa Clara, CA • On-site

$160K - $180K/yr

Full-time

Posted 23 days ago


Job description

PGH Wong Engineering, Inc. has a proud and lengthy history of delivering innovative, challenging, and complex projects. PGH Wong was established in 1985 on its extraordinary foundation in systems engineering and is now a full-service engineering, architecture, construction management, and program/project management consulting firm for public and private entities across the nation.


TITLE: Railway Design Engineer


DUTIES: Develop railway track designs using CAD; design/check the track component; coordinate with design teams.


LOCATION: Santa Clara, CA


EDUCATION: Master's degree in Transportation Engineering, Bachelor of Science in Rail Transportation Engineering.


EXPERIENCE: Knowledge of track design and construction and railway superstructure.


HOURS: 40 hours per week.


SALARY: $160,000 - $180,000 per year.


SUBMIT RESUME OR CONTACT: Please send cover letter with resume to HR, PGH Wong Engineering, Inc., 182 2nd Street, San Francisco, CA 94105.


We are an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, sex, gender, age, disability, religion, national origin, political belief, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, domestic partner status, marital status, disability, weight, height, or AIDS/HIV status.