Engineer Bridge Design

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This position is posted as a grade 9.

Job Summary

The Engineer Bridge Design is responsible for creating designs and leading design projects assigned to consultants for bridges across CNs network in accordance with Company policies and American Railway Engineering and Maintenance of Way Association (AREMA) guidelines. The position is considered a Professional Engineer technical role and requires self-sufficient competencies in structural engineering principles and mastery of Company policies as well as Bridges and Structures (B&S) management procedures.

Main Responsibilities

Structures Design and Project Management

Coordinate consultant design assignments

Design railway bridges

Prepare preliminary and detailed designs of highway and railway bridge structures in concrete steel and timber

Provide costing information and resolve queries during bridge construction

Prepare detailed cost estimates and project schedules for proposed railway projects so as to minimize costs and disruptions to railway operations

Provide engineering support and training to staff members and to field forces during construction

Prepare fabrication specifications and tender documents

Manage and track-outsourced service contracts reviews and processes outsourced services invoicing

Safety

Verify and ensure compliance of work or actions prescribed in engineering drawings and specifications

Conduct in field and documentary audits of bridge inspection reports

Participate in construction safety audits

Training and Development

Participate in field visits to familiarize with CN Network and Bridges and Structures plant inventory in conjunction with field inspections safety blitz construction work blocks or reconnaissance trips

Assist with reviews of AREMA Manual of Practice development and revisions

Assist in development of Junior Design Officers/ interns

Ensure all Company required training is completed in a timely manner

Ensure proper adherence to requirements for maintaining licensure as a Professional Engineer

Working Conditions

The role has standard working conditions in an office environment with a regular work week from Monday to Friday. Due to the nature of the role the incumbent must be able to meet tight deadlines handle pressure and manage stress. The role requires minimal travel (5%) with overnight stays within the region and occasional work outside the normal working hours. The role is partially performed outdoors in various types of weather and environmental conditions. The incumbent must be available to work occasionally on weekends and be available for on-call response to critical incidents.

Requirements

Experience

Structural Engineering Experience

Minimum 3 years of General Engineering experience including 2 years in bridge design with a railway company or engineering consulting firm or research facility (post graduation)

o Experience with AREMA guidelines for railway structures and other North American structural design codes

Education/Certification/Designation

Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer Licence (PE in the US and in Canada)*

Valid Drivers Licence

Masters Degree in Civil Engineering*

Specialization in Structural Engineering*

Professional Structural Engineer (SE) Licence in Illinois*

Capability to be certified in appropriate Railway Operating Rules US or Canada (United States Operating Rules (USOR) or Canadian Rail Operating Rules (CROR))

*Any designation for these above would be considered as an asset

Competencies

Leads by example for the safety and security of all

Considers ESG principles in all operations

Collaborates with others and shares information

Delegates and empowers others to create accountability

Applies critical thinking

Innovates

Sets direction and inspires others

Communicates with impact

Knows the business and stays current on industry needs

Demonstrates agility and drives change

Technical Skills/Knowledge

Knowledge of technical and engineering aspects of Railroad Bridges properties behaviours deficiencies and inspection procedures

Knowledge of Bridge Structural Engineering retaining structures foundations

Technical report writing skills

General Microsoft computer skills in MathCad Word Excel and PowerPoint Access and Project*

Proficiency with Auto Computer Aided Design (AutoCAD) or Systems Applications and Products (SAP)

Knowledge of Fall Protection*

*Any knowledge for any of the above would be considered as an asset

About CN

CN is a premium railroad that sustainably generates value for our customers shareholders employees and stakeholders with an unwavering commitment to safety and service. Essential to the economy to the customers and to the communities it serves CN safely transports more than 300 million tons of natural resources manufactured products and finished goods throughout North America every year. CNs network connects Canadas Eastern and Western coasts with the U.S. South through a 20000-mile rail and its affiliates have been contributing to community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919. CN powers the North American economy and is committed to programs supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship.

At CN we are dedicated to building North Americassafest mostinclusiveandsustainable railroad which includes reflecting the communities in which we operate. Research shows that candidates often dont apply unless they feel they fit the job posting at 100%. To all potential applicants even if you dont meet every job requirement listed in a posting we still encourage you to apply. If you require an accommodation for the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials accessible meeting rooms or other accommodations) please get in touch with our team at.

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Employment Type : Full Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1