Rail Bridge Engineer
United States
Full-time
1 week ago
$90,000 - $130,000 USD
H1B Sponsor Likely
Key skills
Railroad bridge designProfessional Engineer's LicenseAREMA standardsStructural analysisMicrostationLEAP ProductsMDXMIDASProblem-solvingInterpersonal skillsCommunication skillsTeamworkProject ManagementCommunication
About this role
Michael Baker International is a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, and they are seeking a talented Rail Bridge PE with a specialization in railroad bridge design, rehabilitation, and construction. The role involves responsibilities such as bridge design, structural analysis, and project management to support various railroad projects across the country.
Responsibilities:
- Railroad bridge design and detailing tasks incorporating AREMA Manual for Railway Engineering practices
- Structural analysis and preparation of structural engineering calculations
- Bridge evaluations including inspections and load ratings
- Engineering investigations including feasibility and type studies with cost and risk analysis
- Use of advanced bridge analysis/design software including LEAP Products, MDX, MIDAS, as well as Mathcad and excel spreadsheets
- Preparation of construction plans using Microstation
- Preparation of construction specifications
- Review of shop drawings and contractor Requests for Information
- Construction management and document control for rail bridge construction
- Management of project deadlines for on-time submittals
- Excellent verbal, interpersonal skills and problem-solving ability
- Strong work ethic and ability to work independently as well as within a multidisciplinary team
- Excellent communication skills and ability to interface with clients
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Civil / Structural Engineering
- Professional Engineer's License
- 4-6+ years of experience in bridge design, rehabilitation and construction with a railroad specialization
- Experience with Freight Railroad bridge design
- Strong bridge and retaining wall technical experience with ability to complete projects on time and within budget
- Experience with AREMA
- Aptitude and Interest in performing Task Management and staff development
- Experience with office software and structural design/analysis software
- Excellent verbal, interpersonal skills and problem-solving ability
- Strong work ethic and ability to work independently as well as within a multidisciplinary team
- Excellent communication skills and ability to interface with clients
- Master's degree in Structural Engineering