Rail Bridge Engineer

About the role

GFT is seeking a Rail Bridge Engineer to join our Transportation Team in either our Boston, MA, New York, NY, or Newark, NJ office. This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at our Boston, MA, New York, NY, or Newark, NJ offices.

What You Will Do

You will participate in complex design tasks for rail bridge projects. This role includes elements of structural design, rehabilitation, and inspection of bridges and other structures along with the preparation of load ratings, construction documents, specifications, and estimates.

What You’ll Be Challenged To Do

• Perform structural bridge analysis and design utilizing current AREMA and owners’ design standards.
• Calculate structural quantities.
• Perform bridge inspections for railway bridges.
• Ensure accuracy of engineering design, reports, load ratings, and plans.
• Work product must be prepared with a focus on quality, presentation, thoroughness, and follow-through; with conformance to budgets, schedules, and company standards.
• Affirms the project meets quality control and quality assurance guidelines.
• Work with a team across multiple disciplinary projects.
• Travel for project related work, with a willingness to work in the field conducting bridge inspections.
• Assist with CADD drawing development and production.
• Document and organize design calculations following GFT’s Quality Management Plan.
• Interpret changes in the contract and advise management on needed changes.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.

Education | Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in civil/structural engineering with an emphasis in structures from an ABET-accredited university or college.
• A minimum of 4 years' professional experience with an emphasis on structural design for Class I and transit bridge projects.
• Engineer-in-Training E.I.T. License.
• Structural design experience utilizing AREMA Manual for Railroad Engineering.
• Familiarity with Class I railroad bridge standards.
• Structural engineering background, knowledge of MicroStation and experience with structural engineering design drawings, specifications and cost estimates.
• Team oriented engineer with strong communication skills.
• Knowledge of MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc.), and experience with engineering design packages and structural analysis software systems such as LEAP Bridge Concrete, LPILE, GROUP, RISA or CSiBridge.
• Willingness to travel within the continental United States.
• Physically capable of performing field work including working at heights, carrying ladders and gear, working in adverse weather conditions, etc.
• Valid Driver’s License.

What We Prefer You Bring

• Registration as a licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) and/or Structural Engineer (S.E.) preferred.
• Master’s degree in civil/structural engineering with an emphasis in structures from an ABET-accredited university or college.
• AREMA member and Committee 7, 8, 9, 10 or 15 member.
• Experience working directly with Class I railroads.

Featured Benefits

• Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
• Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
• Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations.
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

Company Overview

GFT is a privately held AEC firm that innovates where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships – that’s why we’re the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry’s brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more. Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century’s experience, together we’re building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives.

Equal Opportunity Employer

GFT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law.

Contact Information

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