Engineer Bridge Design- EN

Main Responsibilities

• Cook up designs and lead projects for consultants on bridges across CN’s network in line with Company policies and AREMA guidelines.
• Handle preliminary and detailed designs for highway and railway bridges made of concrete, steel, and timber.
• Supply costing info and answer queries during bridge construction.
• Create detailed cost estimates and project schedules for proposed railway projects to reduce costs and avoid disruptions to railway operations.
• Offer engineering support and training to staff and field forces during construction.
• Write fabrication specs and tender docs.
• Manage and oversee outsourced service contracts, review and process their invoicing.

Safety

• Verify and ensure compliance with work or actions outlined in engineering drawings and specifications.
• Carry out in-field and documentary audits of bridge inspection reports.
• Participate in construction safety audits.

Training and Development

• Visit CN Network and Bridges and Structures plant inventory for familiarity with the company’s assets.
• Assist in developing the AREMA Manual of Practice and revisions.
• Aid in the development of Junior Design Officers/ interns.
• Ensure all Company required training is completed in a timely manner.
• Ensure proper adherence to requirements for maintaining licensure as a Professional Engineer.

Working Conditions

• Standard office environment with a regular work week from Monday to Friday.
• Must be able to meet tight deadlines, handle pressure, and manage stress.
• Minimal travel (5%) with overnight stays within the region and occasional work outside the normal working hours.
• Occasional work on weekends and availability for on-call response to critical incidents.

Requirements

• Structural Engineering Experience: Minimum 3 years of General Engineering experience including 2 years in bridge design with a railway company, engineering consulting firm, or research facility (post graduation).
• AREMA Guidelines: Experience with AREMA guidelines for railway structures and other North American structural design codes.
• Education/Certification/Designation: Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Professional Engineer Licence (PE in the US and P.Eng in Canada), Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Specialization in Structural Engineering, Professional Structural Engineer (SE) Licence in Illinois.
• Technical Skills/Knowledge: Knowledge of technical and engineering aspects of Railroad Bridges properties, behaviours, deficiencies and inspection procedures, Knowledge of Bridge Structural Engineering, retaining structures, foundations, Technical report writing skills, General Microsoft computer skills in MathCad, Word, Excel and PowerPoint, Access and Project, Proficiency with Auto Computer Aided Design (AutoCAD) or Systems Applications and Products (SAP), Knowledge of Fall Protection.

About CN

CN is a premium railroad that sustainably generates value for our customers, shareholders, employees, and stakeholders with an unwavering commitment to safety and service. Essential to the economy, to the customers, and to the communities it serves, CN safely transports more than 300 million tons of natural resources, manufactured products, and finished goods throughout North America every year. CN's network connects Canada's Eastern and Western coasts with the U.S. South through a 20,000-mile rail network. CN and its affiliates have been contributing to community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919. CN powers the North American economy and is committed to programs supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship. At CN, we are dedicated to building North America's safest, most inclusive and sustainable railroad, which includes reflecting the communities in which we operate.