Senior Professional, Transit and Rail Engineering

Job Summary About the Role WSP USA is seeking an experienced Transit & Rail Planner to join our growing Transit & Rail Planning practice. The ideal candidate brings a blend of engineering expertise, transportation planning experience, and proven ability to support complex multimodal transit projects. This role is central to delivering future-ready transit solutions aligned with WSPu2019s commitment to safe, efficient, and sustainable mobility systems. Key Responsibilities + Support the planning, analysis, and evaluation of light rail, commuter rail, heavy rail, and multimodal transit projects , including operations, service planning, and infrastructure development. + Contribute to the preparation of technical reports, planning studies, models, GIS datasets, presentations, and visualization materials for transit and rail initiatives. (Historic WSP postings emphasize the role of technical deliverables in planning projects.) [] ( + Conduct and interpret data collection efforts , including operational, ridership, environmental, and spatial data to support transit and rail studies. (Data-driven analysis and planning is a consistent expectation in WSPu2019s technical planning roles.) [] ( + Perform site investigations , feasibility assessments, and alternatives analyses for transit and rail corridors. + Collaborate with engineers, planners, and stakeholders to integrate equity, sustainability, safety, and regulatory compliance into planning outcomes. + Support public involvement activities , project workshops, stakeholder meetings, and client presentations. + Assist in project management tasks , including schedule, budget tracking, QA/QC, and task coordination. + Maintain knowledge of emerging technologies, regulations, industry standards, and best practices in transit and rail systems . Required Qualifications + Bacheloru2019s degree in Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering, Urban Planning, or related discipline. + 5u20137 years of relevant experience in transportation planning, rail engineering, or transit system design. + Experience with multimodal transportation planning , transit operations, service design, or rail infrastructure development. + Proficiency in transportation modeling, GIS, CAD, or simulation tools (e.g., Synchro, MicroStation, AutoCAD, ArcGIS). + Strong capability in technical writing , data analysis, and development of planning documentation. + Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with experience working in multidisciplinary teams. Preferred Qualifications + Masteru2019s degree in Engineering, Planning, or related field. + Experience with federally, state-, or locally funded transit/rail projects. + Familiarity with NEPA processes, environmental reviews, and regulatory compliance. + Experience supporting business development or preparing proposal content. + Participation in professional organizations (e.g., APTA, WTS, TRB). #LI-JL1 About WSP WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper. WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employeeu2019s career. At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started? WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status. The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States. NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES: WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation u2013 no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.

Created: 2026-02-16