Senior Engineer, Bridge Rating

Canadian National Railway Company•Homewood, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At CN, everyday brings new and exciting challenges. You can expect an interesting environment where you’re part of making sure our business is running optimally and safely―helping keep the economy on track. We provide the kind of paid training and opportunities that long-term careers are built on and we recognize hard workers who strive to make a difference. You will be able to thrive in our close-knit, safety-focused culture working together as ONE TEAM. The careers we offer are meaningful because the work we do matters. Join us! Job Summary The Senior Engineer, Bridge Rating leads junior staff in the process of establishing the load carrying capacity of CN bridges and record keeping as required by law. The incumbent ensures that bridge capacity rating calculations and recommendations are in accordance with sound engineering practice, approved railway standards and latest industry best practices, and in compliance with safety standards, applicable laws & regulations.

Requirements

Between 10 to 15 years of railway bridge engineering experience
Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering and/or Licensed Professional Engineer.
Valid driver’s license.
Ability to manage complex issues and work independently.
Adeptness in communication, planning and problem solving.
Capacity to influence decisions at higher management levels
Specialized knowledge of railway bridge analysis, design & rating principles and procedures.
Expert knowledge of railway bridge engineering and AREMA Guidelines.
Familiarity with railway operating rules.
Knowledge of engineering track standards.
Comprehensive knowledge of applicable regulatory requirements.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and dedicated structural analysis software such as SAP2000.
Fluency in English is required.

Nice To Haves

Master’s or PhD Degree in Civil Engineering
Licensed Structural Engineer
Designation as Railway Bridge Engineer
Any designation for these above would be considered as an asset
Proficiency in French
Any knowledge for any of the above would be considered as an asset

Responsibilities

Act as a resident expert with highly specialized knowledge in structural analysis and bridge rating.
Lead junior staff in the performance of their duties with training and guidance.
Review proposals of projects to be awarded to external consultants.
Monitor progress of work assigned to junior staff and projects granted to consultants.
Review Assessment Reports produced by junior staff and consultant reports.
Make recommendations on repair/strengthening/replacement options.
Maintain the record of the load carrying capacity of all bridges on the network.
Provide support to regions during bridge related emergencies.
Approve proposals for the movement of over-sized and over-loaded shipments as requested by the Transportation Department.
Review recommendations made by junior staff.
Lead staff in the maintenance of the Heavy Axle Load Clearance Database.
Maintain a record of bridges that could potentially benefit from field-testing, long-term monitoring or Ultrasonic Impact Treatment (UIT).
Review Bridge Testing Reports produced by the Bridge Testing group.
Apply Live Load modification factors obtained through field testing where applicable.
Make recommendations on repair/strengthening/replacement options based on test results.
Evaluate locomotives and rolling equipment of various weights and dimensions for their demand on the bridge plant.
Make Recommendations related to operation of above equipment on specific subdivisions.
Establish and advise regions on operating restrictions.
Communicate company policy and goals to junior staff.
Provide mentoring, recognition and feedback as required.
Maintain training up to date in compliance of applicable laws and regulations.
Ensure safety rules are followed at work sites.