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Senior CADD Technician

Denver, CO · Hybrid

$64.99K - $73.86K/yr

Lead the development of 2D and 3D CADD drawings for structural components of civil and rail ... Help improve drafting workflows, share best practices, and provide guidance to junior technicians ...

Senior Bridge Engineer

Fort Collins, CO · On-site

$103.40K - $142K/yr

Mentor junior staff in technical design elements and development of project documents * Assist the ... Rail bridge design experience is a plus (High-Speed rail /Commuter rail/Freight rail/Light rail)

Senior Bridge Engineer

Denver, CO · On-site

$107.60K - $147.70K/yr

Mentor junior staff in technical design elements and development of project documents * Assist the ... Rail bridge design experience is a plus (High-Speed rail /Commuter rail/Freight rail/Light rail)

Senior Bridge Engineer

Colorado Springs, CO · On-site

$102.90K - $141.40K/yr

Mentor junior staff in technical design elements and development of project documents * Assist the ... Rail bridge design experience is a plus (High-Speed rail /Commuter rail/Freight rail/Light rail)

Senior Bridge Engineer

Denver, CO · On-site

$117.80K - $176.80K/yr

Mentor junior staff in technical design elements and development of project documents * Assist the ... Rail bridge design experience is a plus (High-Speed rail /Commuter rail/Freight rail/Light rail)

... rail, transit, commercial, education). * Experience directing the work of junior staff to develop project documentation and manage project deliverables. * Strong technical writing and communication ...

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Junior Rails information

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Junior Rails Developer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Junior Rails Developer, you need foundational knowledge of Ruby programming, Rails framework, web development principles, and a relevant degree or coding bootcamp experience. Familiarity with tools like Git, databases (such as PostgreSQL or MySQL), and testing frameworks (RSpec) is typically required. Strong problem-solving abilities, eagerness to learn, and effective communication help you stand out in collaborative team environments. These skills and qualities are important for building reliable web applications, adapting to project requirements, and growing within a development team.

What types of projects and tasks can a Junior Rails developer expect to work on in their first year?

As a Junior Rails developer, you can expect to work on a mix of feature development, bug fixes, and code reviews, often under the guidance of more experienced team members. You’ll likely contribute to building new functionalities, maintaining existing applications, and writing tests to ensure code quality. Collaboration is common—you’ll work closely with front-end developers, designers, and QA testers during sprint cycles. This role offers plenty of opportunities to learn best practices, improve your coding skills, and become familiar with agile workflows.

What are Junior Rails developers?

Junior Rails developers are entry-level software engineers who specialize in building web applications using the Ruby on Rails framework. They typically have a foundational understanding of Ruby programming and Rails conventions but are still gaining experience with best practices, testing, and deployment. Junior Rails developers often work under the guidance of more senior engineers, assisting with tasks like coding features, fixing bugs, and learning the development lifecycle. Their role is a stepping stone toward more advanced positions in web development.

What is the difference between Junior Rails vs Junior Django?

AspectJunior RailsJunior Django
Required CredentialsBasic knowledge of Ruby, Rails framework, HTML, CSS, JavaScriptBasic knowledge of Python, Django framework, HTML, CSS, JavaScript
Work EnvironmentStartups, tech companies, web development teams using Ruby on RailsStartups, tech companies, web development teams using Django
Industry UsagePopular in e-commerce, SaaS, and web app developmentCommon in content management, data-driven apps, and web services

Junior Rails and Junior Django roles share similar entry-level requirements, focusing on web development with their respective frameworks. Both are used in similar industries and work environments, making them comparable for those starting in web development. The main difference lies in the programming language (Ruby vs Python) and framework-specific skills.

Water Resources Engineer (Rail)

Water Resources Engineer (Rail)

Harrison Consulting Solutions

Colorado Springs, CO

Full-time

Posted 2 days ago


Job description

Multidisciplinary design firm is seeking a Senior Rail Water Resources Engineer to join their Colorado Springs team!


Responsibilities:

  • Provide various engineering/project management duties related to hydrologic/hydraulic analysis for Class I Railroad projects
  • Assist with scope/schedule development
  • Prepare technical reports
  • Review CAD drawings
  • Obtain local, state, and federal permits for water resources projects
  • Travel to job sites as required


Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering
  • 6+ years of related water resource engineering experience
  • 3+ years of experience leading or mentoring junior staff
  • PE License
  • Experience with AutoCAD, MicroStation, GIS, HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS or other related hydrologic and hydraulic software preferred


Salary is commensurate with experience.


Successful applicants must be authorized to work in the USA without sponsorship.


All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.


Please contact Laura Harrison for further information!


www.harrisonconsultingsolutions.com


517-906-6926