Railroad Field Engineer - Railroad Construction
Spring
Full-time
On-site
San Antonio, Texas, United States
Field Engineer
Duties and Responsibilities:
*This is a non-exhaustive overview of the job duties for this position.
- Key duties include schedule input; submittals; preparing field work packages; compiling as-built data; verifying installation quantities; field safety and quality inspections.
- Perform procurement quantity takeoffs.
- Daily reports in construction management software.
- Compile necessary information for all submittals and coordinate with Document Control to ensure proper documentation.
- Assist Superintendent with coordination of material deliveries.
- Perform field verifications, inspections and measurements.
- Work closely with document control and field personnel to ensure they have latest drawings and installation documents.
- Provide schedule update information to project scheduler.
- Ensure that work is correctly cost coded and all extra work is coded to separate cost codes as assigned by the Project Engineer or other.
- Update drawings with redlines of as-built information.
- Attend necessary briefings and safety meetings as required.
- Attain necessary job specific training and maintain annual requirements.
- Regular and consistent engagement, participation and promotion of Herzog’s Culture and its essential behaviors are a requirement for this position.
- Regular and predictable attendance and punctuality are a requirement for this position.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Construction Engineering; 2-5 years Railroad Construction experience preferred
- Degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent work experience in a construction related position preferred.
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
- AutoCAD skills a plus. Will provide training as needed.
- Construction management course work or internship experience a plus
- Must be flexible in working in both office and field environment as needed.
- Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work with a team
- Must have strong organization skills
- Must be highly motivated
Pre-Employment Requirements:
- Subject to pre-employment background check and motor vehicle report review.
- Subject to pre-employment physical, medical evaluation, and drug screen.
- Successfully complete and maintain any required safety certification and testing on an annual basis.
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described below must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential job functions of this role. This is a non-exhaustive overview of the physical requirements of this job.
- Perform light work, occasionally exerting up to 20 pounds of force.
- Able to walk on uneven surfaces.
- Occasionally ascend/descend step ladders and/or stairs.
- Regularly sit and stand for an extended period of time.
- Regularly kneel, bend, and squat.
- Must successfully pass color/vision examinations as required by the position.
- Must be able to hear and distinguish auditory signals as required by position.
- Able to work in conditions with loud noise; work on/around heavy/moving machinery.
- Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions (hot, cold, rain, snow, and sleet).
Safety:
- Our company is nationally recognized for its excellent corporate safety record which results from all employees at all levels, in all positions adhering to established policies and procedures. Reporting any and all safety violations to your immediate supervisor is a prerequisite for continued employment. Safety diligence by all results in a safe work environment for all.
Benefits:
- Our company offers a robust benefits package including medical and dental coverage. The plans are specific to projects and locations.
Our Company Overview
Founded in 1969, our company is headquartered in St. Joseph, Missouri, with a satellite office in Fort Worth, Texas.
Over the course of our 50+ year history, our company has become a national leader in the construction, operations and maintenance of commuter rail, light rail, streetcar, and freight rail projects.
We believe our culture is at the heart of our existence. It is that belief which empowers every member of our professional family to act with purpose and passion as they advance their career throughout their personal pursuit of excellence.
Backed by over five decades of experience, we deliver exceptional customer service and elite results.
Our success is the outcome of our relentless pursuit of excellence, our passion for our customers, safety without compromise, and a deep-rooted belief in the power of team.
We invite you to join us on our journey to excellence as we work to be better today than yesterday and better tomorrow than today.
It is the policy of our company to provide equal opportunity in employment for all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, age, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, military status, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by law.