Resident Engineer

Hill International
San Jose, CA
Job Description

Hill International is seeking a Resident Engineer/Inspector in San Jose, California

We are seeking a Resident Engineer / Inspector to support Light Rail Transit (LRT) on an existing operating system. This role requires a versatile professional who can work independently across multiple rail disciplines in a live-track environment.

Responsibilities

  • Provide resident engineering and inspection support on active LRT construction projects.
  • Perform field oversight on live track within an operating rail system.
  • Inspect and coordinate construction activities involving:
    • Track, Civil, Utilities, Structural
    • Rail Systems including Signals and Communications
  • Support construction contract administration and field documentation.
  • Coordinate closely with Rail Operations and establish trusted working relationships.
  • Support projects focused on State of Good Repair, efficiency/speed improvements, and safety enhancements.
  • Work flexible schedules, including nights and weekends, as required.

Qualifications

  • 10 years of experience in rail or transit construction, inspection, or resident engineering.
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple technical disciplines.
  • Strong experience with construction contract administration.
  • Hands-on experience with:
    • Track
    • Traction Power Substations (TPSS)
    • Overhead Contact System (OCS)
    • Signals
    • Communications / Fiber
  • Comfortable working in the field on active rail systems.
  • Agile, safety-focused, and adaptable to changing project demands.
The salary range for this position is $170,000 - $200,000. The offered salary will be based on the applicants qualifications, education, experience and work location.

Depending upon your employment status, Hill's comprehensive benefits may include, Medical, Dental, Vision, Employer Paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurances, Business Travel Accident Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Commuter Benefits, Legal Assistance, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Auto & Home Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Voluntary Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance. Paid Time Off (PTO), Holidays, 401(K) Retirement Savings Plan, Employee Referral Program, Professional Certification Incentive Program, Hill University Learning and Development, Tuition Reimbursement, EAP, Years of Service Awards Program.

About Us

Hill International, with more than 4,300+ professionals in over 100 offices worldwide, provides program management, project management, construction management, project management oversight, advisory, facilities management, and other consulting services to clients in a variety of market sectors. Engineering News-Record magazine recently ranked Hill as one of the largest program management firms in the world. For more information on Hill, please visit our website at .

Hill is exclusively a program, project, and construction management provider, meaning we have one focus as a company: protecting client interests. Free of any potential conflicts, our entire business is geared towards helping clients achieve their desired outcomes. We are dedicated to exceeding expectations throughout the entire construction project lifecycle and adapt to the needs of each assignment to develop tailored approaches and solutions to meet those needs.

Hill is a GISI Consulting Group company, part of the Global Infrastructure Solutions, Inc. (GISI) family of companies. Learn more about GISI Consulting Group at .

Hill International is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veteran/Disabled


Note : This job description is intended to provide an indication of the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions to be carried out as part of fulfilling the role mentioned in the job title. Various other duties as required.

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