RINA is a global knowledge company where expertise travels across borders, disciplines, and industries. Every day, we collaborate on solving complex challenges that no single field could tackle alone. With a presence in more than 70 countries and 160 years of heritage, we turn individual know-how into collective progress.
We are currently recruiting for a Staff Railroad Engineer to join our office in Houston, TX or Chicago/Lisle, IL within the Project Engineering Division.
$85,000 - $120,000 commensurate with education and experience
We are seeking a motivated Staff Engineer to join our Rail & Transit team, supporting the planning, design, and delivery of freight, passenger, and transit rail projects. Working under the direction of senior engineers and project managers, the Staff Engineer will focus on track design and supporting civil design, track geometry including horizontal and vertical alignment, grading, drainage, railroad civil components and plan production. This role offers hands-on design experience on Class I railroad projects and public agency projects interfacing with railroads, exposure to multi-agency coordination, and a clear path toward professional licensure and increased technical responsibility.
Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or Transport Engineering
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of the work being performed. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.
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At RINA, your growth drives our innovation. We bring together engineers, inspectors, digital minds and specialists from more than 100 nationalities, creating an environment where diverse perspectives sharpen how we think, collaborate and deliver.
RINA North America provides a comprehensive benefits package, including the following insurance options: Medical, Dental, Vision, Medical Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Spending Account, Health Savings Account, Transit, Parking, Basic Life, Basic AD&D, Voluntary Life, Voluntary AD&D, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Voluntary Accident, Voluntary Critical Illness, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, and Employee Assistance Program. Additional benefits provided include paid time off, company holidays, tuition reimbursement, nursery grant, travel resource services, and 401K plan with company discretionary match.
Flexibility and respect drive how we work. We are committed to building a workplace where every person feels valued, empowered to develop their potential, and safe from discrimination or harassment of any kind. It is the policy of RINA to provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, gender (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disabilities, marital status, sexual orientation, genetics, military status, disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, other protected veterans (veterans who served during a war or in a campaign or expedition for which a badge has been authorized), and Armed Forces service medal veteran, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. We are strongly committed to this policy and believe in the concept and spirit of the law.
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We are 6,600+ around the world. We at RINA provide expert solutions for engineering, testing, inspection and certification across diverse markets.
In 2000, we inherited a legacy from one of the world's first ship classification registers (Registro Italiano Navale) and turned it into a “business-to-society" company that helps clients stay ahead of changes and grow sustainably.
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