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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 internal 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 projects 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

Handle 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 the Network and B&S 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 Engineer

Ensure all 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 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 shifts and weekends when necessary. The role requires being available on-call 24/7 to respond to critical incidences.

Requirements
Experience

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

Experience with AREMA guidelines for railway structures or other North American structural design codes

Any designation for these above would be considered as an asset

Education/Certification/Designation

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer Licence (PE or P.Eng)

Designation as a Railroad Bridge Engineer

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 the 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

General Microsoft computer skills in MathCad, Word, Excel, 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

About CN

CN is a world-class transportation leader and trade-enabler. 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. As the only railroad connecting Canada's Eastern and Western coasts with the Southern tip of the U.S. through a 19,500 mile rail network, CN and its affiliates have been contributing to community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919. CN is committed to programs supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship. At CN, we work as ONE TEAM, focused on safety, sustainability and our customers, providing operational and supply chain excellence to deliver results.

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. Research shows that candidates from underrepresented groups often don't apply unless they feel they fit the job posting at 100%. Even if you don't see yourself in every job requirement listed in a posting, we still encourage you to apply. If you require an accommodation for the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials, accessible meeting rooms or other accommodations), please reach out to our team at .

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