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This position is posted as a grade 9.
The Engineer Bridge Design is responsible for creating designs and leading design projects assigned to consultants for bridges across CN’s 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.
- Coordinate consultant design assignments
- 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
- 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
- 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
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.
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
- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering
- Professional Engineer Licence (PE in the US and P.Eng in Canada)*
- Master’s 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
- 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
- Sets direction and inspires others
- Knows the business and stays current on industry needs
- Demonstrates agility and drives change
- 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. CN's network connects Canada's Eastern and Western coasts with the U.S. South through a 20,000-mile rail network. CN 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 America's safest, most inclusive and sustainable railroad, which includes reflecting the communities in which we operate. Research shows that candidates often don't apply unless they feel they fit the job posting at 100%. To all potential applicants, even if you don't 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 [email protected].
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