Railroad Technical Specialist

at Alfred Benesch & Company in Chicago, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Simply Put, A Great Place to Work
Benesch is a growing, multi-disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm. We enhance infrastructure and communities across the country - creating spaces and providing connections in ways that make a difference.
We pride ourselves on being nimble enough to remain responsive to client needs yet large enough to offer exceptional bench strength. As a member of our team, you'll have an opportunity to draw from those resources when you need them and, likewise, contribute your expertise when you have something to share.
At Benesch, we are looking for candidates with varied backgrounds and worldviews. We are committed to offering an inclusive work environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Statistics show that women and underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for a position if they don't meet 100% of the qualifications. If this statement resonates with you, don't be so hard on yourself-apply for the job!
Railroad Technical Solution Services Specialist I - Programming
Benesch is hiring a Technical Solution Programming Services Specialist to join our talented Rail team. As a Railroad Technical Solution Programming Specialist, youwill have the opportunity todevelopand managedaily customs QuickBase functionalitiesin one of our largest and fastest-growing divisions.
The Impact You Will Have:
Assist with software design and coding.
Respond to requests from senior Solutions Architects.
Assisting the development manager with all aspects of software design.
Work with the development manager to learn and improve coding skills.
Maintain code libraries.
Create reports, internal and external code documentation.
Learn debugging techniques.
Test and monitor applications.
Great communication skills to plan and collaborate with companywide colleagues.
Knowledge of basic coding languages including Jinja, HTML and JavaScript.
Knowledge of QuickBase, AWS and ESRI Software.
Basic programming experience.
Knowledge of databases and operating systems.
Ability to learn new software and techniques quickly.
Ability to follow instructions and work in a team environment.
Detail-oriented.

What We Are Looking For:
A bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field from an accredited college or university.
Experience inRailroad Project Management operations preferred.
A minimum of 3 years' experience as a Front-End Web developer or similar position.
Knowledge and experience with HTML, JavaScript, and CSS required
Active QB Pipelines Builder Certificate preferred
Knowledge and experience with python and Jinja preferred.
Understand emerging cloud-based project management technologies and their application to improve business operations.
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At Benesch, we prioritize the health and wellness of our employees, understanding that their well-being is crucial for both personal and professional success. We offer a range of benefits for eligible employees, including insurance, retirement plans, and wellness programs. Our Total Rewards package is designed to support a healthy lifestyle and can be customized to meet the needs of our employees and their families. Click here to learn more about some of the benefits of working at Benesch!
Professional Development
Opportunities for management and leadership development at all levels, including executive coaching and leadership development for Team Leaders, Group Managers, Division Managers, and Executive Leaders
Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses
Ongoing professional development through resources like Red Vector, LinkedIn Learning, technical team meetings, knowledge-sharing training sessions
Personalized training and career development plans with your manager
Funding for training, committee work, professional organization memberships, and licenses/certifications
Support for active participation in professional organizations to foster leadership and community engagement

Retirement Benefits
Access to valuable retirement planning tools, education, and individual meetings with plan advisors at no charge
Potential for Benesch to contribute up to 9% of your gross compensation to your retirement plan (5% profit-sharing contribution to your 401(k) plan, regardless of your own contributions & 80% match on your contributions, up to a maximum company contribution of 4%)

Work/Life Balance
Flexible work schedules and hours, including work-from-home options (dependent on the role)
Generous Paid Time Benefits (PTB) that increase with your career
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Alfred Benesch & Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity/ Affirmative Action/ Disability/ Protected Veteran Employer. Qualified applicants are evaluated without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, gender identity, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.