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Transportation Planner

PlannerGeneralFull TimeRemoteSeniorTeam 1,001-5,000Since 2000H1B SponsorCompany SiteLinkedIn

Location

California + 6 moreAll locations: California | Florida | Illinois | Kansas | Nebraska | New Jersey | Missouri

Posted

13 hours ago

Salary

$85K - $100K / year

Seniority

Senior

Bachelor Degree3 yrs expEnglish

Job Description

Transportation Planner

RailPros

• Support railroad and rail-transit planning studies, including corridor, station-area, yard/terminal, grade crossing, and service planning efforts • Assist with alternatives analysis, purpose & need development, planning-level feasibility, and implementation strategies • Compile, analyze, and summarize data (ridership/freight context, safety, operations, land use, demographic and economic indicators) • Support project coordination with internal engineering teams and external stakeholders (railroads, agencies, municipalities) • Contribute to grant applications and funding strategies (e.g., FRA/CRISI, RCE, INFRA, USDOT discretionary programs; state programs as applicable) • Draft or support development of key grant components: problem statement/need, project description, outcomes/benefits, readiness, budget, schedule, and partnerships • Help assemble application exhibits and attachments: maps, letters of support templates, benefit narratives, risk/write-ups, and readiness documentation • Support land use and community context analysis for rail/transportation investments (station areas, grade crossing corridors, industrial access, freight routes) • Assist in preparing meeting materials and notes for stakeholder meetings, public engagement, agency workshops, and railroad coordination • Prepare clear, organized written materials: memos, technical summaries, narratives, slide decks, and meeting notes • Assist in developing graphics and exhibits (figures, tables, maps, simple diagrams) to communicate technical concepts to non-technical audiences

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Urban/Regional Planning, Transportation Planning, Civil Engineering, Public Policy, Geography/GIS, or similar
  • 3–5 years of relevant experience in transportation planning, rail/transit planning, infrastructure planning, grants, or related consulting/public agency work
  • Strong writing skills with experience producing professional planning documents and/or grant narratives
  • Familiarity with transportation data sources, planning methods, and basic project development concepts
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); ability to organize information, track actions, and support multiple tasks

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision)
  • 401(k) with company match (if applicable)
  • Paid time off, paid holidays, and professional development support
  • Flexible/hybrid work options based on project needs and performance

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