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Kansas Employer Senior Project Designer - 2471 in Wichita, Kansas

This job was posted by https://www.kansasworks.com : For more information, please see: https://www.kansasworks.com/jobs/12950668

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Overview\ \

We are excited to share once again TranSystems has been recognized as a top 100 design firm by Engineering News-Record in 2023. For more than 50 years, TranSystems has committed to a mission of performing engineering and architectural planning, design, and construction solution services in a manner that is both safe and in compliance with all applicable regulatory and client requirements. At TranSystems, we have established and continue to nurture a culture that is committed to providing quality services for our clients. Were looking for top talent to grow with our firm.

\ Responsibilities

What you\'ll be challenged to do:

Mid-level position involved in the application of client relationships, project management, design, industrial freight operations, understanding of the freight rail construction process.

Primary Responsibilities (others may be included):

  • 12+ years of experience with freight rail projects for Class Ones and Industries.
  • Experienced with CAD to perform all aspects of track & grading design and rail yard operations planning
  • Managing the design aspects of a rail project, while coordinating with other entities required to move the project to construction.
  • Understanding of how rail facilities are constructed and operated.
  • Good communication skills with clients and staff.
  • Solid reputation within the freight rail industry.
  • Periodic travel for project meetings and client meetings.
  • Ability to work in both an office or remote setting.
  • Ability to coordinate and prepare the scope and fee preparation of freight design proposals, with some support from supervisor.
  • The desire to work with a team and promote both personal and company growth.
  • Makes decisions independently on and represents the organization in meetings to resolve important questions, and to plan and coordinate work.

**\ Qualifications\ \


What you bring to our firm:

  • Bachelor\'s degree in related field from accredited 4-year university or 12+ years of related experience.
  • Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business practices, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and prepare manuals and estimates for rail developments. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, and customers.
  • Experience with managing the day-to-day planning, design, and staff of freight rail industry projects.
  • Experienced with all aspects of general track layout and design, with an understanding of rail car movements and operations.
  • Be fluent with or become fluent with the Microstation program to perform track & grading design.
  • Be fluent with the Microsoft Office tools, depending on the project requirements.
  • Actively engages multiple perspectives when solving problems, seeks to learn from peers, and encourages reciprocal learning among team members.
  • Actively advocates for full inclusion in the workplace, fostering an environment that welcomes diversity and values equity for all employees, partners, clients, and the communities that TranSystems serves.

TranSystems isproud to bean equal opportunity / affirmative action employer and ensures nondiscrimination and equal employment opportunity in all programs and activities in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion,gender, sex, age, national origin, pregnancy status, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, c tizenship status, disability, protected Veteran status or any other status protected by law. In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, we will hire only U.S. citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States (if the position is or will be one which is subject to U.S. law).

As the employer of choice, we are committed to action and strive for a company that reflects the vast diversity of our country and the communities we serve. TranSystems is committed to embracing diversity in all forms, including race, culture, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, thought and religious background. We acknowledge the impacts of prejudice and discrimination on historically underserved communities. We commit to establishing a more diverse, inclusive and positive work environment that drives innovation.

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