Track & Civil Design Engineer

At Mott MacDonald, we trust our brilliant people to do brilliant things in engineering, management, and development services, supporting multisector project work in over 150 countries. As one of the largest employee-owned companies in the world, we pride ourselves on our ability to deliver exceptional outcomes through our network of 20,000+ talented consultants. With sustainability and innovation at the heart of all our sectors in North America, including, Buildings, Energy, Transportation, and Water.

We believe in empowering our people to excel, learn, and grow, offering diverse opportunities to contribute to career-defining work. Join us and be part of a collaborative environment where your ambitions are united with ours, and you can truly shape your story.

If you share that vision, even if you don’t meet every requirement listed, we’d still love to hear from you. We value potential and diverse perspectives as much as experience. Let’s explore how we can support your growth and help you take the next step in your career, while contributing to an exciting new chapter for Mott MacDonald in North America.

Mott MacDonald is seeking a skilled and motivated Project Engineer focusing on track and civil design to join our rail and transit team to deliver track infrastructure projects. You will play a key role in developing innovative and sustainable track design solutions for light rail, heavy rail, and freight systems across North America.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support the design of rail track alignments and civil design, including horizontal, vertical geometry


• Prepare engineering design plans, calculations, technical reports, specifications, and cost estimates


• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure design integration and compliance with industry standards


• Conduct gauging assessments and buffer stop risk evaluations using specialized software


• Participate in site visits to assess field conditions and support construction activities


• Mentor and lead junior engineers and contribute to technical development within the team


• Coordinate with clients, contractors, and sub-consultants to ensure project success


• Support BIM implementation and data environment setup for design collaboration 

Candidate Specifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent.


• Minimum 7 years of experience in rail track design and civil infrastructure


• Proficiency in design software such as Civil 3D, Bentley Rail Track, or OpenRail


• Professional Engineer (P. Eng) license in Ontario preferred or ability to obtain within 12 months


• Familiarity with relevant Canadian, U.S. and international rail standards and safety regulations


• Strong communication and coordination skills

At Mott MacDonald, our employees have a stake and a voice in our business, providing them with a direct connection to our success through our personal and group performance bonuses.

Multiple factors such as qualifications, overall experience and position responsibilities will be used to determine the successful candidate's actual salary within the expected range.

The expected salary range for this position is from $99,000 - $122,000.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

**Candidates with greater levels of relevant experience are encouraged to apply; responsibilities, title, and salary may be adjusted based on qualifications and experience**

Collaboration at Our Core

At Mott MacDonald, we believe great ideas happen when we're together. Our hybrid approach centers on an in-office culture, with most of your time spent collaborating face-to-face and a minimum of three days per week in the office. We balance flexibility with connection, so you and your manager can choose how to meet client, team, and personal commitments.

We seek to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they have the opportunity to contribute. 

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA). Mott MacDonald Canada Limited will provide accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.