Rail Bridge Engineer

Drive the future of rail infrastructure as a Rail Bridge Engineer, designing connections that keep communities moving. Apply your expertise to projects that enhance safety, reliability, and long-term performance across our nation's transportation systems.

About the role

Join CHA Consulting, Inc. as a Rail Bridge Engineer in Albany, NY; Atlanta, GA; Columbus, OH; or Buffalo, NY. In this role, you'll deliver innovative rail bridge solutions, contribute to the rehabilitation and design of critical infrastructure, and collaborate with talented professionals on projects shaping the future of transportation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical execution of complex engineering designs, technical reports, and specifications for bridge infrastructure.
• Provide expert consultation and resolve highly complex technical issues in bridge and transportation engineering, such as bridge design and accelerated bridge construction (ABC).
• Lead advanced technical projects, collaborating with other engineering departments and project management staff to deliver sustainable solutions.
• Develop and manage discipline work plans aligned with project milestones, ensuring projects are completed within budget and scheduling restraints.
• Guide and mentor junior engineering staff, including providing technical reviews and support.
• Deliver technical development of proposals and external presentations to clients, public, and regulatory agencies.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years progressive engineering experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Expert knowledge of the respective engineering discipline with a proven ability to apply best practices.
• Advanced proficiency with engineering, computational, and modeling software (Revit, AutoCAD, MicroStation, etc.).
• Strong understanding of QA/QC procedures, business practices, and engineering laws.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Participation in professional engineering societies/organizations preferred.

Benefits

• Tackle some of the industry's most complex rail bridge challenges with a nationally recognized transportation team.
• Drive technical excellence on critical infrastructure projects that enhance safety, reliability, and system performance.
• Serve as a trusted advisor and mentor, shaping project outcomes and supporting the growth of future engineering talent.

Discover our innovative projects and commitment to safe, resilient infrastructure by visiting: CHA Bridge.

Pay

Salary Range: $130,000 - $170,000. Salary is based on qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards.