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Trilon Group

Regional Lead - Rail Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site +1

$140K - $200K/yr

Regional Lead - Rail Engineer Department: Transportation Employment Type: Full Time Location ... Lead the planning, design, coordination, and delivery of a variety of rail projects including ...

Aggreko

Senior Design Engineer

Pearland, TX · On-site +1

From world-class events that last a few weeks to mining operations and remote communities who rely on us for decades. What you'll do as Senior Design Engineer: * Design safe, reliable, and ...

Kiewit Corporation

Mechanical Design Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site +1

$72K - $98K/yr

Design Engineering Market: Industrial Employment Type: Full Time Position Overview If you are ... Some consideration will be made for fully remote candidates that meet and exceed our requirements ...

System One

Substation Design Engineer

Houston, TX · Remote

$100K - $128K/yr

Job Title: Substation Design Engineer Location: Houston, Texas Type: Direct Hire Compensation ... Hybrid/Remote Substation Electrical Engineer - Grid Mid to Senior Level | Electrical Power ...

System One

Substation Design Engineer

Houston, TX · Remote

$100K - $128K/yr

Job Title: Substation Design Engineer Location: Houston, Texas Type: Direct Hire Compensation ... Hybrid/Remote Substation Electrical Engineer - Grid Mid to Senior Level | Electrical Power ...

Qcells

Senior Project Design Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site +1

$94K - $123K/yr

Remote S ENIOR PROJECT DESIGN ENGINEER Hanwha Qcells USA Corp (Qcells USA), headquartered in Houston, TX, specializes in providing utility-scale modules, solar photovoltaic (PV), and battery energy ...

Full Circle

MEP Engineer/Designer Remote

Houston, TX · On-site +1

Full Circle is seeking an experienced MEP Design Engineer for their growing team! Role Description: This is a full-time remote role for an MEP Engineer/Designer. The role involves day-to-day tasks ...

Full Circle

MEP Engineer/Designer Remote

Houston, TX · Remote

Full Circle is seeking an experienced MEP Design Engineer for their growing team! Role Description: This is a full-time remote role for an MEP Engineer/Designer. The role involves day-to-day tasks ...

Hansoninc

Senior Civil Site Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site +1

... design, rail and roadways, utilities, and agency and railroad coordination. Position requires the ... Partial remote work option may be available in the future, based on satisfactory project and job ...

eddyfi

Product manager - Rail

Deer Park, TX · On-site +1

Working closely with customers, engineering, and technical teams, the Product Manager delivers ... Remote Monitoring, Nuclear Steam Generators, Automated Vision Systems, and Robotics. Our values:

eddyfi

Product manager

Deer Park, TX · On-site +1

The Product Manager - Rail leads the Eddyfi Technologies, AVS product roadmap for the global rail ... Working closely with customers, engineering, and technical teams, the Product Manager delivers ...

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As of Aug 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote rail design engineer in Houston, TX is $48.41, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $37.40 and $58.99 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Remote Rail Design Engineer vs Rail Civil Engineer?

AspectRemote Rail Design EngineerRail Civil Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's in Civil or Mechanical Engineering, relevant certificationsBachelor's in Civil Engineering, PE license often preferred
Work EnvironmentRemote design offices, project sites, collaboration with teamsOn-site construction, design offices, project management
Industry UsageDesigning rail systems, track layouts, and infrastructure plansConstructing and maintaining rail infrastructure, overseeing civil works

The Remote Rail Design Engineer primarily focuses on designing rail systems remotely, collaborating with teams and clients, while the Rail Civil Engineer is more involved in on-site construction and civil infrastructure development. Both roles require engineering credentials and are integral to rail projects, but they differ in work environment and daily responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Remote Rail Design Engineer job openings in Houston, TX as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 8% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $100,688 per year, or $48.4 per hour.

Regional Lead - Rail Engineer

Trilon Group

Houston, TX • On-site, Remote

$140K - $200K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 18 days ago

Job description

Regional Lead - Rail Engineer
Department: Transportation
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Houston, TX
Compensation: $140,000 - $200,000 / year
Description
At Horrocks, we believe the best work comes from companies with values, that our people are our greatest resource, and that we have a responsibility to the communities where we live and work. We are seeking an experienced and strategic Regional Lead - Rail Engineer to help lead and grow our rail practice across multiple regions throughout the United States. This role is responsible for providing technical leadership, supporting business development efforts, managing key client relationships, and overseeing successful delivery of rail projects across a regional portfolio.
The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise in railroad engineering and project delivery, along with demonstrated leadership and experience managing teams, mentoring staff, developing business, and supporting regional growth initiatives. This position will play a key role in expanding Horrocks' rail presence, strengthening partnerships, and ensuring consistent project execution and quality across the region.
What are the core responsibilities for the role?
  • Provide regional leadership for railroad projects and support strategic growth initiatives within the assigned region.
  • Lead the planning, design, coordination, and delivery of a variety of rail projects including industry track, terminals, spurs, mainlines, yards, and sidings.
  • Coordinate with railroad companies for the delivery of a variety of DOT and municipal public agency projects involving railroad interface for at-grade crossings, grade-separated structures, and utility crossings.
  • Serve as a senior technical resource and advisor for rail design (geometry, material, etc.), grading, drainage, and related infrastructure.
  • Build and strengthen relationships with clients, railroad operators, public agencies, and industry partners across the region.
  • Support business development activities including client engagement, proposal development, project pursuits, and participation in industry organizations and conferences.
  • Provide mentorship, leadership, and technical guidance to engineers, designers, and junior staff across multiple offices and project teams.
  • Collaborate with Project Managers and regional leadership to support staffing strategies, resource planning, and operational efficiency.
  • Coordinate with federal, state, and local agencies across multiple states to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and railroad standards.
  • Lead implementation and enforcement of quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) procedures throughout project development and delivery.
  • Support the continued development and standardization of rail engineering and coordination practices, design procedures, and project delivery processes across the company.
  • Travel periodically for client meetings, project site visits, regional coordination, and industry events.
  • Perform other duties as needed.

Qualifications, Skills, and Competencies:
  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related engineering field.
  • Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in rail, transit, railroad infrastructure, and transportation / land development engineering projects.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
  • Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary rail engineering projects and managing client relationships.
  • Strong understanding of design standards for track, at-grade railroad crossings, grade-separated structures, and utility crossings.
  • Experience mentoring technical staff and leading engineering teams across multiple projects or offices preferred.
  • Understanding of CAD platforms and standard engineering software applications.
  • Strong business development, communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
  • Ability to effectively collaborate with railroad staff, clients, agencies, contractors, and internal teams.
  • Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative and team culture.
  • Willingness to travel regionally as needed to support project delivery and client engagement.

Why would a candidate want this job?
At Horrocks, you can expect a competitive base salary and award-winning benefits. Including, but not limited to:
  • Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
  • Generous paid time off
  • 401(k): 50% match of contribution up to 6%
  • Professional development opportunities including in-house training
  • Paid professional organization membership and professional licensure

For more information, visit our website at www.horrocks.com
Equal Opportunity Employer including disability and protected veteran statusEEO - All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic.
We provide fair and equal treatment to all candidates, including reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals. If you require an accommodation during the application process, please email us at Recruiting@horrock.com and include your name, the job title, and the location of the position you are applying for. Our team will respond as promptly as possible.

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