Project Engineer Rail Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

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The Construction Project Engineer serves as an engineer within the California High‑Speed Rail (CAHSR) Construction Office, providing critical technical expertise to support the successful delivery of construction packages. This position is responsible for ensuring engineering design and construction activities are completed in compliance with CAHSR technical standards, federal and state regulations, and industry best practices. The Construction Project Engineer provides technical review, design oversight, and field engineering support to resolve complex engineering issues, while coordinating across multidisciplinary teams, consultants, contractors, and regulatory agencies. This role is essential in maintaining the integrity, safety, and quality of the nation’s first high‑speed rail system.

• Review and provide technical oversight of engineering submittals, construction drawings, and specifications for compliance with CAHSR standards and applicable codes.
• Support the resolution of design and construction issues, including field engineering changes, RFIs, and non‑conformance reports.
• Coordinate across disciplines (civil, structural, geotechnical, systems, and environmental) to ensure integration of design and construction activities.
• Provide technical input during constructability reviews and value engineering assessments.
• Take part in the management of contractor teams to bid, propose and deploy for construction; monitor construction progress and support the Engineering Manager in ensuring quality, cost, and schedule adherence; be proactive in solving any field issue to alleviate contractor impacts.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of engineering procedures, technical criteria, construction, and project documentation.
• Interface with contractors, consultants, local jurisdictions, and regulatory agencies as required for technical coordination.
• Support risk identification and mitigation activities related to engineering and construction.
• Other related duties may be assigned.

• Accredited four‑year degree or global equivalent in engineering field of study and eight years of work‑related experience; a recognized professional certification or registration in the applicable field, if required.
• Ability to communicate effectively with audiences that include but are not limited to management, coworkers, clients, vendors, contractors and visitors.
• Job‑related technical knowledge necessary to complete the job.
• Ability to learn and apply knowledge of applicable local, state/province, and federal/national statutes and guidelines.
• Attention to detail and ability to work in a time‑conscious and time‑effective manner.

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related engineering discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible engineering experience on major transportation or infrastructure projects, with emphasis on design review and construction support.
• Demonstrated knowledge of engineering standards, construction methods, and project delivery for large‑scale transportation or rail projects.
• Strong technical writing and communication skills for coordination across multidisciplinary teams.

• Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in California, or the ability to take the exam as soon as practical.
• Experience with high‑speed rail, commuter rail, or other complex rail transit projects.
• Experience working on federally and state‑funded transportation projects.
• Familiarity with Caltrans, FRA, and CPUC standards and requirements.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is desirable.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by governing law.

Fluor offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote employee health, wellness, and financial security. Our offerings include medical, dental and vision plans, EAP, disability coverage, life insurance, AD&D, voluntary benefit plans, 401(k) with a company match, paid time off (personal, bereavement, sick, holidays) for salaried employees, paid sick leave per state requirement for craft employees, parental leave, and training and development courses.

Salary Range: $145,500.00 - $270,500.00. The market rate for the role is typically at the mid‑point of the salary range; however, variations in final salary are determined by additional factors such as the candidate’s qualifications, relevant years of experience, geographic location, internal pay equity, and prevailing market conditions for the specific role.

Background checks are carried out as part of any conditional offer made, including (but not limited to) education, professional registration, employment, references, passport verifications and Global Watchlist screening.

Must be authorized to work in the country where the position is located.