Job Description

At CN, everyday brings new and exciting challenges. You can expect an interesting environment where you’re part of making sure our business is running optimally and safely―helping keep the economy on track. We provide the kind of paid training and opportunities that long-term careers are built on and we recognize hard workers who strive to make a difference. You will be able to thrive in our close-knit, safety-focused culture working together as ONE TEAM. The careers we offer are meaningful because the work we do matters. Join us!

Job Summary

The Engineer Bridge Design is responsible for creating designs and leading design projects assigned to consultants for bridges across CN’s network in accordance with Company policies and American Railway Engineering and Maintenance of Way Association (AREMA) guidelines. The position is considered a Professional Engineer technical role and requires self-sufficient competencies in structural engineering principles and mastery of Company policies as well as Bridges and Structures (B&S) management procedures.

Main Responsibilities

Structures Design and Project Management

·       Coordinate consultant design assignments

·       Design railway bridges

·       Prepare preliminary and detailed designs of highway and railway bridge structures in concrete, steel, and timber

·       Provide costing information and resolve queries during bridge construction

·       Prepare detailed cost estimates and project schedules for proposed railway projects so as to minimize costs and disruptions to railway operations

·       Provide engineering support and training to staff members and to field forces during construction

·       Prepare fabrication specifications and tender documents

·       Manage and track-outsourced service contracts, reviews and processes outsourced services invoicing

Safety

·       Verify and ensure compliance of work or actions prescribed in engineering drawings and specifications 

·       Conduct in field and documentary audits of bridge inspection reports

·       Participate in construction safety audits

Training and Development

·       Participate in field visits to familiarize with CN Network and Bridges and Structures plant inventory in conjunction with field inspections, safety blitz, construction work blocks, or reconnaissance trips

·       Assist with reviews of AREMA Manual of Practice development and revisions

·       Assist in 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

The role has standard working conditions in an office environment with a regular work week from Monday to Friday. Due to the nature of the role, the incumbent must be able to meet tight deadlines, handle pressure, and manage stress. The role requires minimal travel (5%) with overnight stays within the region and occasional work outside the normal working hours. The role is partially performed outdoors in various types of weather and environmental conditions. The incumbent must be available to work occasionally on weekends and be available for on-call response to critical incidents.

Requirements

Experience

Structural Engineering Experience

·       Minimum 3 years of General Engineering experience including 2 years in bridge design with a railway company, or engineering consulting firm or research facility (post graduation)

o   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)*

·       Valid Driver’s Licence

·       Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering*

·       Specialization in Structural Engineering*

·       Professional Structural Engineer (SE) Licence in Illinois*

·       Capability to be certified in appropriate Railway Operating Rules US or Canada (United States Operating Rules (USOR) or Canadian Rail Operating Rules (CROR))

*Any designation for these above would be considered as an asset

Competencies

·       Leads by example for the safety and security of all

·       Considers ESG principles in all operations

·       Collaborates with others and shares information

·       Delegates and empowers others to create accountability

·       Applies critical thinking

·       Innovates

·       Sets direction and inspires others

·       Communicates with impact

·       Knows the business and stays current on industry needs

·       Demonstrates agility and drives change

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*

*Any knowledge for any of the above would be considered as an asset