Senior Engineer, Bridge Testing- FR

Main Responsibilities

• Manage and review long-term strain gauge and acoustic emission bridge testing and bridge health monitoring programs
• Plan, organize, and execute the annual bridge testing and monitoring programs
• Cook up service procurement contracts and coordinate with consultants and other CN departments to complete the program safely
• Lead field operations
• Analyze test results and carry out structural analysis of the tested structures
• Make appropriate recommendations on repair, strengthening, and replacement options based on test results
• Provide relevant information to support management decisions
• Research and implement improvements on bridge testing and monitoring methodology, equipment, and technology
• Liaise on external collaboration with third-party developers, suppliers, providers, academic institutions or government and industry research agencies
• Review and assess new technologies for adaptation to internal bridge testing and monitoring improvements
• Structural Assessment
• Analyze and rate various bridge spans on the network in accordance with CN and American Railway Engineering and Maintenance of Way Association (AREMA) guidelines
• Ensure requested assessments involve thorough review of the most current drawings and inspection reports
• Establish appropriate restrictions based on sound establishment of safe load-carrying capacity of the structure
• Provide Assessment Reports with recommendations for bridge maintenance, strengthening, and replacement requirements as well as outline consequences for inaction
• Safety
• Ensure personnel training are following applicable regulations
• Coordinate safety action plans at bridge testing and monitoring locations
• Ensure bridge testing vehicles, equipment and tools are in good working conditions
• Conform to work site safety rules
• Conduct in field and documentary audits of bridge inspection reports
• Participate in construction safety audits
• Staff Supervision, Training and Development
• Supervise the functions and development of Officer, Bridge Testing
• Support the development of Junior Rating Engineer
• Aid and train other Bridge Assessment staff on the use of structural analysis and rating software applications
• Engage with academic and industry organizations on bridges and structures
• R&D
• Assist with delivery of Bridge Assessment and Bridge Inspection training programs
• Ensure that the Company’s required training is completed in a timely manner
• Ascertain adherence to requirements for maintaining licensure as a Professional Engineer

Requirements

• Minimum 10 years of experience in bridge engineering with a railway company or a consulting firm
• Minimum 8 years of experience in bridge testing
• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
• Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering, with a focus in Structural Engineering*
• Professional Engineering Licensure obtained either in Canada or the U.S.
• Ability to Certify in Railway Operating Rules (United States Operating Rules (USOR) or Canadian Rail Operating Rules (CROR))
• Ability to designate as a Railroad Bridge Engineer
• Valid Driver’s Licence
• Licensed Structural Engineer*
• Strong programming and data analyses skills
• Knowledge of data acquisition methods and technology
• Knowledge of railway bridge analysis, design, and rating principles and procedures
• Knowledge of the AREMA code for railway structures
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word), Systems, Applications, and Products (SAP) and CSiBridge or other integrated 3D Bridge Structural Analysis Application softwares

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.