Engineer Bridge Inspection

Join CPKC North Americas first transnational railroad connecting U.S. Canada and Mexico where your career drives progress and safety is paramount. We connect communities fuel economic growth and provide meaningful work in a culture that values diversity accountability and pride. With opportunities for training development and advancement youre not just building a careeryoure part of something bigger. Together we move goods connect people and create lasting change. Your future starts here.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

The Engineer Bridge Inspection is responsible for completing scheduled periodic and emergency railroad bridge inspections and providing feedback based on observed field conditions. They provide training qualification and oversight for field maintenance employees; and facilitates action plans based on detailed inspection results with the Railroad Bridge Engineer. This position comes with a company vehicle and paid traveling expenses. You can be headquartered out of Bensenville IL Kansas City MO or St. Paul MN.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Complete bridge inspections in accordance with FRA Bridge Safety standards and CPKC Bridge Safety Management Plan Policy
• Audit bridge maintenance/renewal work for compliance with CPKC Structures Red Book
• Make recommendations to territory Manager Bridge Maintenance in regards the inspection and maintenance of bridges
• Complete inspections of railroad bridges overhead highway structures culverts retaining walls and turntables
• Directing assignment use and operation of Bridge Inspection Vehicle
• Establish/manage relationships with their Engineering counterparts on their geographic territory
• Required to request and acquire all necessary track authorities to conduct on-track bridge inspections

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
• Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering with emphasis in structural geotechnical or construction management (preferred)
• Professional Engineer (PE) or Engineer in Training (EIT) licensing (preferred)
• Experience in railroad bridge inspection maintenance or construction (preferred)
• Ability to inspect bridges at heights and wear fall protection
• US passport (or able to acquire one) to travel cross border to Canada and Mexico
• Valid drivers license (with no restrictions)

WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER:

• Flexible and competitive benefits package
• Competitive company pension and/or retirement plans
• Employee share purchase plan
• Performance incentive plan
• Annual fitness subsidy
• Part-time studies program

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:

Medical and Drug Testing

This is a safety sensitive position and a successful pre-employment medical assessment including physical vision hearing and a negative company or regulated drug test is required. Post hire qualification drug testing may also be required.

Background Investigation

• Criminal history check
• Education verification
• Professional references
• Drivers license verification and driving history
• Social Security Number verification

BECOMING A RAILROADER:

As an employee with a North American presence the possibility does exist that the location of your position may be changed based on organizational requirements.

Management Conductor Program

Becoming a qualified conductor or locomotive engineer is the single best way for a management employee to learn the business at CPKC. You may be required to obtain a certification or to maintain your current certification/qualification as a conductor or locomotive engineer.

CULTURE OF INCLUSION:

For our U.S. applicants CPKC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer inclusive of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For Canadian applicants CPKC is an employment equity employer committed to the principles of employment equity and inclusion. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply including: women Black Indigenous People of Color (BIPOC) members of the LGBTQ community and people with disabilities. Accommodations for the job application process can be provided as appropriate upon request. All applicant information will be managed in accordance with the federal Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).

• Req ID: 106292
• Department: Engineering
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Position Type: Non-Union
• Location: St. Paul Minnesota
• Country: United States
• % of Travel: 60-70%
• # of Positions: 1
• Job Grade: 4
• Job Available to: Internal & External

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