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Job Location: Fort Worth, TX
Anticipated Start Date: 10/01/2026
Number of Positions: 1 
Salary Range: $73,890 - $82,100
Salary Band: 27

Communication with applicants may be done via email. Please check your email daily.

Apply early, as this job may be removed or filled prior to the closing date, which is approximately seven (7) days after the posting date.

The BNSF Railway Engineering Department is responsible for designing, constructing, and maintaining the infrastructure of our extensive rail network. This crucial role involves applying advanced engineering principles to address complex challenges, ensuring the safety and efficiency of our operations. Join our team and play a key role in shaping the future of freight transportation and make a significant contribution to one of the top railroads in North America.

This is a full-time job that must be located in Fort Worth, TX

Travel is required approximately 25%

Key responsibilities may include: 

Develop formal cost estimates based upon preliminary engineering analysis of routine and relatively complex track and construction projects utilizing the Corporate Estimating and Planning System (CEPS)

Prepare Estimates for billing outside parties / agencies in coordination with Project Engineers or other BNSF personnel

Provide information for cash flow and budgetary purposes

Maintain constant contact with all levels in Field Engineering, Engineering Construction, Maintenance Planning, Industrial Development, Public Improvements, and Finance and Accounting to coordinate the collection of information to build accurate project costs based on current estimating standards

Relocation assistance may be offered based on business needs

Basic Qualifications:

• Previous experience in railroad construction and/or maintenance practices is highly desirable


• CEPS and SAP computer applications knowledge desirable


• Must have a strong understanding of computer terminal applications (BI Query, Microsoft Word, Excel, Intranet, etc.)


• Must demonstrate strong attention to detail, solid analytical skills and ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously


• Highly effective interpersonal and communications skills consistent with the BNSF Leadership Model are required

At BNSF, you will have access to a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including:

• An industry-leading 401(k) and renowned Railroad Retirement program.


• A range of robust health care options for you and your dependents (including domestic partners), including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, mental health, cancer support, and high-quality care network options.


• Health care spending accounts (HSA) with employer contributions, as well as life and disability insurance, provided at no cost.


• Family benefits including parental, pediatric and family building support, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, and dependent care spending account (with employer match).


• Access to discounts on travel, gym memberships, counseling services and wellness support.


• Annual bonus (Incentive Compensation Program)


• Generous leave / time off policies.


• For more information, visit Benefits.

Federal authority requires BNSF employees, whose work requires unescorted access to secure areas of port facilities, to obtain a TWIC.  More information is available at https://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic

BNSF Railway is an Equal Opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.