Experienced Vehicle Engineer Marcin Taraszkiewicz Joins HDR as Rail and Transit Vehicle Technology Lead

Marcin Taraszkiewicz, P.E., has joined HDR as the firm’s rail and transit vehicle technology lead. Based in Fulton, Maryland, Taraszkiewicz brings more than 29 years of national and international experience in new vehicle procurements, modifications, maintenance and operations of light rail, heavy rail, commuter, bus and metro vehicles.

“Marcin is a recognized leader in the rail and transit market and a sought-after expert by operators and agencies,” said Rick Schmedes, HDR rail and transit systems director. “I’m thrilled to start working with him to assist our clients with their vehicle technology needs.”

Taraszkiewicz has authored and presented papers on a range of topics related to vehicle technology, including community impacts, costs and efficiencies, and regulatory requirements for safe operations in joint use corridors. He serves on American Public Transportation Association’s Hydrogen/Battery Propulsion Subcommittee, and he is the lead instructor for American Railway Engineering and Maintenance-of-Way Association’s “Introduction to Practical Railroad Engineering.” His expertise has recently been at the forefront of advancements in hybrid and zero emissions technology for new trainset and locomotive purchases in northern and southern California.

In his vehicle technology lead role, he will be working closely with HDR’s transit, freight, advanced technology and sustainability colleagues to keep HDR at the forefront of this quickly changing field of expertise.

“The drive to zero emissions and emphasis on sustainable operation poses many challenges for the rail and transit industry but also many exciting new opportunities,” Taraszkiewicz said. “I’m looking forward to working with clients to provide solutions while leading a growing team of rail and transit engineers at HDR.”