We are Olsson, a team-based, purpose-driven engineering and design firm. Our solutions improve communities and our people make it possible.

Our most meaningful asset is our people, and we are dedicated to providing an environment where they can continue to learn, grow, and thrive. Our entrepreneurial spirit is what has allowed us — and will continue to allow us — to grow. The result? Inspired people, amazing designs, and projects with purpose.

This role will include being onsite at multiple locations and will require significant travel. Travel expectations for this position are estimated at 90% - 100% and will be required to visit different projects across multiple states. The employee’s home base can be located anywhere in the United States. Some work may occur over weekends. Regular travel home is planned for and included based on actual project coverage needs. All travel costs are paid for by the company.

As a Rail Field Operations Engineer with Olsson, you will be responsible for construction management on complex Transportation and Rail projects and integrated into the day-to-day construction activities on-site. You will be proactive in initiating the actions needed to ensure construction is completed according to plans, specifications, change directives, and schedule. As an onsite Rail Field Operations Engineer, you will be on job sites for work in all types of terrain and weather conditions. You will be required to ensure extremely high client service by being highly engaged in the work activities, effectively communicating, meeting deadlines and creating clear communications with our clients. This is a fast-paced, high demand industry and you must be ready to respond to the needs of the client. Olsson regularly works with multiple Class 1 railroads, short lines, and industry rail clients on projects ranging from new mainline track, new bridge structures, grade separation projects, drainage improvements, track extensions, and yard/terminal improvements. There are multiple opportunities to be exposed to all aspects of the rail construction industry.

We have multiple current openings and will consider candidates out of any of the Olsson office locations.

You are passionate about:

• Working collaboratively with others
• Having ownership in the work you do
• Using your talents to positively affect communities

You bring to the team:

• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to contribute and work well on a team.
• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering.
• Previous experience in Construction Management would be considered an asset.
• Positive attitude.
• High effort, energy, and work ethic.
• Being prepared, coachable, and willing to learn.
• A commitment to working safely.
• Accountability when working alone or in groups.
• Eagerness to travel to multiple project locations and gain valuable experience in rail and heavy civil construction.
• Strong interest in construction processes and operations.
• Ability to think ahead to predict upcoming challenges.
• A desire to ensure a high level of quality control and assurance.
• An interest in utilizing different technology to aid the team in team operations ranging from:
  • Reporting software,
  • Unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) operations
  • Survey instruments
  • Track inspection equipment
  • Remote Camera Inspections technology
• The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.

Olsson is a nationally recognized, employee-owned firm specializing in planning and design, engineering, field services, environmental, and technology. Founded in 1956 on the very mindset that drives us today, we’re here to improve communities by making them more sustainable, better connected, and more efficient. Simply put, we work to leave the world better than we found it.

As an Olsson employee, you’ll receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.), plus you’ll:

• Become an owner in the company after your first year through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Engage in work that has a positive impact in communities
• Receive an excellent 401(k) match
• Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles
• Benefit from a bonus system that rewards performance
• Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements

Olsson is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.

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