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Freight Railroad Coordinator/ EIT

Lexington, KY · On-site

$18.25 - $24/hr

Support Rail Project Managers and Engineers to develop track and civil design plans, specifications ... Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

HDR

Freight Railroad Coordinator/ EIT

Lexington, KY · On-site

$18.25 - $24/hr

Support Rail Project Managers and Engineers to develop track and civil design plans, specifications ... Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Auberge Collection

Executive Sous Chef

Los Olivos, CA · On-site

$67K - $85K/yr

Be the culinary backbone of our kitchen, working closely with the Executive Chef to deliver ... For more information, please visit www.friedkin.com Railway Jonata LLC is an Equal Opportunity ...

Auberge Collection

Executive Sous Chef

Los Olivos, CA · On-site

$67K - $85K/yr

Be the culinary backbone of our kitchen, working closely with the Executive Chef to deliver ... For more information, please visit www.friedkin.com Railway Jonata LLC is an Equal Opportunity ...

RADIANT LOGISTICS INC

Sales Executive

Houston, TX · Remote

$150K - $220K/yr

SALES EXECUTIVE Freight Forwarding & Third-Party Logistics Job Type Full-Time / Remote Location ... and rail, customs brokerage, warehousing and distribution, order fulfillment, and inventory ...

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As of Sep 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for railroad executive in the United States is $93,552.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $58,000.00 and $120,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Infographic showing various Railroad Executive job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 90% Full Time, 6% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 81% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $93,552 per year, or $45 per hour.

Freight Railroad Coordinator/ EIT

Lexington, KY • On-site

HDR
Specialized Design Services • 5 - 10K employees
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$18.25 - $24/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 2 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Support Rail Project Managers and Engineers in developing track and civil design plans, specifications, and cost estimates

  • Take responsibility for civil and track engineering assignments, including drainage, structural, and utilities tasks

  • Work independently on small projects or assist more senior engineers on larger projects

HDR rating

8.9

Company rating: 8.9 out of 10

Based on 61 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?
Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story' 
Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world. 
 

In the role of Freight Rail Coordinator/EIT, we'll count on you to: 
 
  • Support Rail Project Managers and Engineers to develop track and civil design plans, specifications, and cost estimates
  • Take responsibility for civil and track engineering assignments, including drainage, structural and utilities tasks
  • Develop design criteria, project guides, project meeting notes, and project controls while supporting Project Manager
  • Work independently on small projects or assist more senior engineers on larger projects
  • Give direction to clerical and technical personnel as needed
  • Perform other duties as needed
Preferred Qualifications 
 
  • Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate
  • Candidates without their EIT will be placed into a Design Coordinator job code and will be expected to obtain their EIT for career progression
  • Basic knowledge of MicroStation and/or AutoCAD
  • MS Office Applications experience
  • Strong interest in railroad design
  • An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
  • Preference given to local candidates 

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Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Hands-on experience with MicroStation, InRoads and GEOPAK-route design
  • MS Office Applications experience
  • Strong interest in railroad design
  • An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.
Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.
Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

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About HDR

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At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists.

Industry

Specialized design services

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Omaha, NE, US

Year founded

1917

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