Track Engineering Technical Lead

Track Engineering Technical LeadJob LocationsUS-NY-New York City | US-NJ-Newark | US-PA-Philadelphia | US-NJ-Jersey City | US-NJ-Manasquan | US-NJ-PrincetonID2026-5911CategoryEngineeringTypeRegular Full-TimeCareer Stage TypeExperienced# of Openings1OverviewABOUT THE POSITIONTrack Engineering Lead l Hybrid l New York/New Jersey/PennsylvaniaVHB is seeking a Track Engineering Technical Lead to join our Transit & Rail practice. In this role, you will serve as the senior technical lead for track design projects, guiding a team of engineers while delivering complex rail programs. You will lead track design across a diverse portfolio of projects including the Resorts World MTA program, major design-build pursuits, ADA improvement packages, and corridor infrastructure improvements. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-profile passenger rail systems while helping expand VHB's growing Transit & Rail presence.Beyond technical leadership, this position plays a key role in mentoring junior engineers, supporting project pursuits, and helping to grow the future of VHB's rail practice. It's an ideal opportunity for a senior track engineer who enjoys balancing technical design leadership, team development, and strategic growth within a collaborative and people-focused environment.Responsibilities * Provide technical leadership and design oversight for trackwork construction, rehabilitation, and capital improvement projects across rail and transit programs. * Plan and coordinate construction sequencing, work breakdown structures (WBS), track access, possession plans, and outage windows in partnership with rail operations teams. * Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams (signals, communications, traction power, civil, structures, and utilities) to ensure seamless integration of track systems. * Manage critical interface points including track geometry verification, bonding and grounding requirements, and signaling or train control cutovers. * Implement quality assurance and quality control programs, including inspection and test plans (ITPs), geometry acceptance testing, ultrasonic rail testing, and weld qualification oversight. * Review and manage contractor submittals, RFIs, material approvals, nonconformance reports, and construction documentation. * Support project controls and delivery, including schedule coordination, cost tracking, risk management, change management, and progress reporting. * Provide technical direction to contractors, inspectors, and project teams, resolving field issues and supporting claims resolution as needed. * Lead testing and commissioning activities, including track geometry acceptance, clearance checks, and integration with signal and train control systems. * Represent VHB in meetings with clients, contractors, regulatory agencies, and project stakeholders, presenting technical recommendations and project updates. * Stay current with emerging track design practices, materials, and technologies to enhance project delivery and performance.Requirements * B.S. in Civil Engineering, Railway Engineering, or related field (M.S. preferred). * 11+ years of experience in track engineering, rail construction, or permanent way infrastructure. * Proven experience delivering rail or transit capital programs, including new construction and rehabilitation projects. * Experience managing special trackwork installations and mainline track geometry in active rail environments. * Familiarity with construction submittals, RFIs, QA/QC programs, and project controls for rail infrastructure projects. * Understanding of rail systems integration, particularly coordination with signaling and train control systems. * Professional Engineer (PE) license required. * Experience with PMIS platforms such as e-Builder, SharePoint, or similar systems. * Strong technical writing, communication, and stakeholder coordination skills. * Knowle