Senior Structural Engineer - Rail Transit

Parsons Corporation

111d•Remote

About The Position

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next! At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what’s possible. Job Description: Senior Structural Engineers – Transit Facilities / Buildings – Virtual based in US West Region Opportunity : Parsons has supported all elements of mass transit, including mainline railways, commuter rail and light rail transit. Our design teams have worked on every major transit system in North America and many of the most renowned systems overseas and we are now hiring for two experienced Structural Engineers to join our team in Denver, Colorado . We are engaged in some of the most exciting infrastructure projects in the country which are changing the urban context and are transforming the region into a more pedestrian and bike-friendly environment supported by public transit. In this role, you will plan and design Facilities and Buildings used in Rail/Transit as well as various structures, like pedestrian bridges, walkways, overpasses, underground structures, and other related structures associated with Mass transit. You will be expected to analyze proposed projects to ensure structural reliability, resource efficiency and cost-effectiveness. Deliverables include the development of specifications, engineering computations, material quantity take-offs, estimates, surveys and designs from planning stages through proposal through construction. Active projects inclusive of the HART ( Honolulu Area Rapid Transit ), and Edmonton Light Rail in Canada. For an experienced candidate, this role can be virtually based anywhere in the US Western Region – Pacific, Mountain, and possibly Central Time Zones.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (or related field)
8 years or more of related work experience is required
Proficiency in utilizing BIM/Revit and software packages typically associated with engineering is required
Proficiency with office software such as; MS Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint) and Bluebeam is desirable.
Proficiency in the analysis, design and detailing of concrete and steel buildings for gravity and lateral loads is required

Nice To Haves

Master's degree is desirable, but not required
Professional Engineer (PE) License is desirable, or the ability to obtain PE license within one year
Working knowledge of concrete masonry unit and light gauge metal construction is preferred
Experience with transit facilities design is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

Independently develops engineering products that meet customer quality requirements.
This includes defining the problem, establishing the work scope, preparing the budget and schedule, planning the work, providing technical direction, and reporting the work status.
Utilizing developed professional experience will provide detailed structural design and analysis to support active rail projects in the USA and Canada.
Typical products may include detailed calculations, drawings, procurement documents, design and installation packages, proposal evaluations, technical reports, and detailed analyses.
For a more Senior level engineer, may supervise one or more subordinates and provide input regarding performance.
May be assigned to a project or organizational team, or as a lead engineer for a specific discipline on a small to intermediate-sized project.
Provides input and technical guidance to BIM Designer/Drafters, Designers, and junior Engineers working on the same project.