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Sr Structural Engineer SME - Rail and Transit

Parsons

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Base salary $157,500  to $283,500

Employer-published annual base salary, USD. Advertised base range in New York, NY +1 more

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  • LocationNew York, NY +1 more
  • WorkplaceWorkplace not stated
  • Status at last checkSource accepting applications when checked
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  • New York, NY
  • Newark, NJ

About this job

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next!At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what’s possible.

Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Sr Structural Engineer to join our team! In this role you will get to work on the premier Infrastructure project in the US.

Program background

The Gateway Program is the most urgent infrastructure program in the country – a comprehensive set of rail investments that will improve commuter and intercity services, add needed resiliency and, in its later stages, create new capacity between Newark, New Jersey and New York City, the busiest section of the Northeast Corridor (NEC). The first phase of the Gateway Program includes the Hudson Tunnel Project (HTP), which includes the construction of a new two-track tunnel under the Hudson River connecting to Penn Station New York as well as the full rehabilitation of the existing 110-year-old North River Tunnel. The Gateway Development Commission (GDC), established through bi-state legislation, is responsible for the financing and development of the Hudson Tunnel Project.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Gateway Tunnel Project is now hiring a Senior Structural Engineer for Surface Alignment Contract to join our team. The successful candidate will work on design and construction of complex structures including bridges, abutments, foundations, retaining structures, underpinning, support of excavation and miscellaneous structures for this contract.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee structural surveys of existing rail bridges, abutments, retaining walls, etc

  • Review structural survey reports, repair details, etc

  • Review structural design for bridge superstructure, abutments and foundations for rail bridges, soil retaining structures per AREMA requirements

  • Review structural design for bridge superstructure, abutments and foundations for vehicular bridges, soil retaining structures per AASHTO requirements

  • Review structural design for miscellaneous structures per IBC requirements

  • Prepare design calculations and engineering reports to verify structural design of the bridges, abutments, foundations and soil retaining structures, etc

  • Perform constructability assessment of proposed structural systems of bridges, abutments, foundations, soil retaining structures, etc

  • Prepare and review specifications

  • QA/QC of design calculations and engineering reports prepared by others

  • Perform construction support and field oversight during construction of bridges, abutments, foundations, soil retaining structures, etc

  • Attend meetings, work with contractors, perform regular site visits and provide engineering services during construction

Qualifications & Skills:

  • 4-year Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering. Master of Science degree in structural engineering preferred.

  • 10 -15 years of related work experience preferably in northern New Jersey/NYC area

  • Professional Engineer registration in State of New Jersey and/or State of New York

  • Efficient in structural analysis of bridges, abutments, foundations, support of excavation systems, retaining structures with commonly used structural software such as CSiBridge, LEAP bridge, etc

  • Familiarity with AREMA, AASHTO, IBC, NJDOT and Amtrak codes, manuals, standards

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

  • Local resident of NYC metro tri-state area

  • Be able to work at the PMO Field Office in NJ as well as the PMO Office in NJ @ 3 Penn Plaza

Security Clearance Requirement:

NoneThis position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team.For more than 80 years, our experts have designed and delivered the critical infrastructure that connects and protects communities around the world. We work in collaborative teams, both within the company and with our partners and customers, to plan, design, build, and modernize infrastructure. We take special pride in projects and solutions that improve communities as well as people’s quality of life by promoting economic growth, enhancing mobility, and increasing sustainability and resiliency. Powered by our people, we provide the imagination necessary to support our customers’ visions—and to help them see what's next!Salary Range: $157,500.00 - $283,500.00We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!

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Pay in context

This role's base floor ($157,500) is above 80% of the 96 Engineering (non-software) roles in New York listed on this site; 1 other lists the same floor. Their median floor is $120,000; the middle half runs from $109,600 to $157,100.

Only jobs on this site count, and each one publishes a base salary of $100,000 or more, so this compares six-figure jobs with each other, not with the whole market. Computed Nov 7, 2026.

This range next to 6 other live Parsons roles with the nearest advertised base floor
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This range next to 6 other live Parsons roles with the nearest advertised base floor
RolePublished base
Sr Structural Engineer SME - Rail and Transit (this listing)$157,500 - $283,500
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Same $100K to $400K scale as every card. All Parsons roles · How to read the bar

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2026-10-26
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Location as the employer wrote it: US - NY, New York • US - NJ, Newark

Salary Range: $157,500.00 - $283,500.00

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