Bridge Engineer, Rail
About The Position
GFT is seeking a Bridge Engineer to join its Transportation Team. The position uses a hybrid work model and requires regular attendance at a U.S. office. The engineer will work on rail bridge projects for Class I railroads, short lines, and transit agencies, contributing to transportation infrastructure and community connectivity through resilient, sustainable design and construction. The role leads complex rail bridge design tasks involving structural design, rehabilitation, and inspection of bridges and other structures. Work includes preparing load ratings, construction documents, specifications, estimates, and structural quantities. The engineer is responsible for accurate, high-quality design work and reports, quality assurance and control, detailed checking, and coordination with project budgets, schedules, and company standards. The position also involves field inspections, collaboration on multidisciplinary projects, and travel within the continental United States.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in civil or structural engineering with an emphasis in structures from an ABET-accredited university or college.
- At least 4 years of professional experience emphasizing structural design for Class I and transit bridge projects.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license.
- Structural design experience using the AREMA Manual for Railroad Engineering.
- Familiarity with Class I railroad bridge standards.
- Structural engineering background and knowledge of MicroStation.
- Experience with structural engineering design drawings, specifications, and cost estimates.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including Word and Excel.
- Experience with engineering design packages and structural analysis software such as LEAP Bridge Concrete, LPILE, GROUP, RISA, or CSiBridge.
- Ability and willingness to travel within the continental United States.
- Physical capability to perform field work, including working at heights, carrying ladders and gear, and working in adverse weather conditions.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to work well in a multidisciplinary team environment.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree in civil or structural engineering with an emphasis in structures from an ABET-accredited university or college.
- AREMA membership and membership in Committee 7, 8, 9, 10, or 15.
- NHI two-week course: Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridge.
- Experience working directly with Class I railroads.
Responsibilities
- Perform structural bridge analysis and design using current AREMA and owners’ design standards.
- Calculate structural quantities.
- Perform bridge inspections for railway and highway bridges as needed.
- Ensure the accuracy and quality of engineering designs, reports, load ratings, and plans, including conformance to budgets, schedules, and company standards.
- Ensure projects meet quality control and quality assurance guidelines.
- Perform detailed checking of calculations and design drawings produced by others.
- Assist with CADD drawing development and production.
- Document and organize design calculations in accordance with GFT’s Quality Management Plan.
- Interpret contract changes and advise management on changes that may be needed.
- Maintain professional and technical knowledge through educational workshops, professional publications, networking, and participation in professional societies.
- Travel within the continental United States as needed.
- Conduct field work, including bridge inspections.
Benefits
- Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
- Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance.
- Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
- Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
- Competitive paid-time-off accrual.
- Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
- Professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support for participation in professional organizations.
- Incentive compensation for eligible positions.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
