Job Description

Railroad Bridge Engineer

We are currently seeking a Railroad Bridge Engineer for our office located in Brentwood, TN to support a wide variety of bridge engineering assignments, including design of new railroad bridges and other railroad structures (culverts, retaining walls, shoring, foundations, passenger platforms, overhead pedestrian bridges, unloading pits, engine shops, etc.), design of bridge rehabilitation projects, bridge load ratings and construction phase engineering. Daily activities include, but are not limited to, developing structural details and plans, performing structural analysis for bridge substructures and superstructures, development of structural specifications and as well as assisting with geometric layout and quantity development. The Railroad Bridge Engineer will also review plans, check design calculations, estimates and specifications produced by other professional engineers and EITs.

This position requires attention to details, strict conformance to project quality control and the ability to provide practical solutions to complex problems.

The Railroad Bridge Engineering position will require some travel across the United States with the possibilities of international travel.

Responsibilities

Perform bridge load ratings and prepare load rating reports.
Perform structural analysis, design calculations and prepare construction plans and details.
Perform construction phase engineering services including shop drawing reviews and responding to contractor requests for information.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Civil/ Structural Engineering – Structural emphasis.
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in bridge design; Railroad experience preferred
Proficient in concrete and steel design
Professional Engineering licensure (PE) preferred but not required
Knowledge of FRA regulations, AASHTO LRFD and AREMA design codes required.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office software and Microstation required.
Experience using structural analysis programs and bridge design software required. For example, OpenBridge, RAM Elements, RAM Structural Systems, L-pile, Weap, MathCAD and Risa-3D.
Strong communication skills.
Strong ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work well with others.

The engineering firm is located in Brentwood, TN but willing to consider candidates anywhere in the US to work remotely with travel happening often.

About Succession Planning for Railroads Investing in the Next Generation (SPRING) LLC

Welcome to SPRING!

We congratulate you for deciding to start planning for your company's future workforce. SPRING or Succession Planning for Railroads Investing in the Next Generation is here to be the communication bridge for employers and candidates in the rail industry. Whether you are a railroad, supplier, contractor, or transit operation, we are here to help you during you time of need, a time when retirements are at an all time high, and transitions are occurring everyday in our industry. We have over 35 tech schools to Ivy League institutions, which include a network of over 300,000+ alumni, supporting our growing talent pools, as well as experienced railroaders looking for their next career. Once we connect you with our growing community of talent, we are here to help you retain that talent through thoughtful training and custom mentorship programs developed on-site at your company. We are committed to sharing the great opportunities your company has to offer in the rail industry. We are also committed to our veteran community to help our men and women who served find their next mission in the rail industry. Join us as a member, or a sponsor today, to support our mission and spring your company into the future.

SPRING's President remarks, "We intend to inspire talent to join and remain in the rail industry for a promising career and sustain rail heritage and knowledge as this industry continues to grow." - Michele L. Malski

When you are ready to start your discussion about your legacy plan, and your future company, we are here to help you build your next generation of railroaders!

Thank you for your time and consideration!

www.springrecruits.com

Industry

Transportation & Logistics

Company Size

1-10 employees

Headquarters

Lenexa, Ks

Year Founded

2017

Website

springrecruits.com

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