Asst Chief Eng-Bridges

CSX Transportation•Jacksonville, FL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Leads a team of managers and craftsmen that provide safe, reliable, efficient and high-quality maintenance, fabrication and construction for all bridge and structural assets across the CSXT system. Provides strategic and operational leadership. Ensures regulatory compliance, infrastructure integrity, and alignment with enterprise priorities.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED
10+ years of experience in bridge/structural engineering, construction, or maintenance
7+ years of leadership experience in engineering or operations
Railroad bridge engineering and structural systems expertise
Construction experience
FRA and Coast Guard regulatory knowledge
Labor agreement knowledge and experience
Capital planning and asset management
Financial and operational leadership
Contractor and project management
Ability to lead large, geographically dispersed teams
Public speaking ability and professional presence
Work in confined spaces at times
Wear protective equipment (fall protection, personal flotation device, hard hat, hearing protection)
Work at elevated heights
Work outside in all weather conditions
Must be able to meet and comply with the manufacturer's weight limitation safety rating and recommendations for any equipment associated with performing duties, including the 300 lb. safety rating for ladders (both portable and affixed) and fall arrest equipment.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree/4-year Degree in Civil Engineering
5 or more years of supervisory experience in Construction, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Bridge/Structural Maintenance in the railroad industry.
Professional Engineer (PE) license

Responsibilities

Lead bridge maintenance, fabrication and construction programs across the CSXT system
Drive safety performance and ensure compliance with FRA, Transport Canada, Coast Guard and other regulatory standards
Develop and execute short- and long-range capital and maintenance strategies
Own operating and capital budgets
Ensure effective prioritization and delivery of infrastructure investments
Establish standards and maintenance practices to ensure asset quality and reliability
Partner cross-functionally with Engineering, Transportation, Finance, and Procurement to align on priorities and execution
Oversee contractor performance and project delivery
Provide technical leadership on structural issues, risk mitigation, and emergency response
Build leadership bench strength and drive organizational capability across bridge operations