Industrial Engineer/ Architect, Rail + Transit

TYLin is a globally recognized, full-service infrastructure consulting firm committed to providing innovative, cost-effective, constructible designs for the global infrastructure market. With over 3,000 employees throughout the Americas, Asia, and Europe, the firm provides support on projects of varying size and complexity. Together, we enhance conventional designs with smarter, more resilient systems. We provide people with better mobility. We steward precious resources by finding more sustainable solutions.

Job Summary Are you passionate about designing functional, people-centered spaces that power the movement of entire cities? Were seeking an Industrial Engineer or Architect with a sharp eye for process, performance, and public infrastructure to help us reimagine and deliver complex, high-impact Rail + Transit projects across the country.

From cutting-edge rail maintenance facilities to dynamic multimodal transit hubs, you'll help create the backbone of modern transportation systemsintegrating efficiency, safety, sustainability, and design excellence at every step.

This position could be based in any major city in the US, with preference for New York City, Philadelphia, Washington DC, Fairfax VA, Chicago, Sacramento or Minneapolis. Responsibilities & Qualifications

What Youll Do:

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams of architects, engineers, planners, and clients to develop innovative layouts and operational workflows for rail and transit facilities.

• Lead or support the planning and design of complex transit facilities such as:

  • Maintenance & storage yards

  • Rail operations centers

  • Multimodal terminals

  • Support buildings and administrative offices

• Apply industrial engineering principles to optimize space utilization, equipment layout, material flows, staffing, and system performance.

• Translate operational needs into efficient and buildable designs, considering human factors, safety, and lifecycle costs.

• Assist with facility programming, design criteria documentation, schematic design, and detailed architectural/engineering plans.

• Participate in client meetings, workshops, and stakeholder engagement.

• Support cost estimating, phasing plans, and construction documentation efforts.

• Coordinate across disciplines to ensure design integration with track, systems, mechanical, electrical, and civil components.

What Were Looking For:

• Degree in Industrial Engineering, Architecture, or a related discipline.

• 7+ years of experience working on transportation, industrial, or public infrastructure projects.

• Familiarity with facility design, lean principles, workflow optimization, or similar.

• Experience working on Rail + Transit or large-scale infrastructure projects is a strong plus.

• Strong communication skills and comfort working with both technical teams and non-technical stakeholders.

• Ability to manage time effectively across multiple projects and deadlines.

• Proficiency in tools such as AutoCAD, Revit, or simulation/modeling software is preferred.

• PE or RA license is a plus but not required.

Why Join Us?

• Work on landmark transportation projects that transform how people move through cities.

• Join a collaborative and supportive team that values innovation, diversity, and professional growth.

• Enjoy flexibility work from one of our major offices or remotely with periodic travel.

• Access world-class mentorship, training programs, and career development opportunities.

Additional Information

TYLin is committed to pay equity. As part of that commitment, we have provided the base compensation range of $80,000 - $130,000 annually for this position and local market. We recognize that each candidate brings a unique set of skills, experience, education and competencies to the table that will be reflected in our offer . TYLin is proud to offer exciting career development opportunities .

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TYLin offers a comprehensive total rewards package. Our benefits may include extensive medical, disability and life insurance coverage, continuing education benefits, paid time off, employee assistance program and a retirement savings plan with company matching contributions.

We encourage all candidates to explore our total rewards offering.

TYLin is an equal opportunity employer, and we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type as protected by federal, provincial, state or local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. The company and its employees are required to comply with all local health authority, legal or lawful client requirements.