Senior Engineer, Bridge Testing

Hiring Salary Range : $ 104500.00 - 137000.00

This range represents the hiring range. Salaries are determined individually depending on skills and experience. You will also be eligible to an annual bonus employee share investment program (ESIP) Pension Benefits Railroad Retirement Benefits (RRB) and other perks.

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The Senior Engineer Bridge Testing is responsible for managing supervising and executing the bridge testing and remote monitoring programs using various state-of-the-art field-testing methodologies and technologies. Moreover the incumbent is responsible for research and development (R&D) of bridge testing and monitoring instrumentation methodology and safety improvement either solely in-house or in collaboration with third-party developers suppliers providers academic institutions or government and industry research agencies. The role provides timely information based on test results that are pertinent to decision making concerning slow order on bridges subdivision load limits acquisition of new railway locomotives and freight cars and capacity rating procedure revisions for maintaining strengthening or replacing the bridge structures.

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

Coordinate with consultants and other CN departments to complete the program safely including establishing service procurement contracts

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

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 involved 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

Ensure conformance 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

Provide succession mentoring to Rating or Design Engineers for career progression as Bridge Testing Engineer

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 Companys required training is completed in a timely manner

Ascertain adherence to requirements for maintaining licensure as a Professional Engineer

The role is performed in a combination of office and outdoor environments in various types of weather conditions. Due to the nature of the role the incumbent must be able to meet tight deadlines handle pressure and stress. The role requires regular travel (50%) within Canada and the United States (U.S). The incumbent must be able to work at heights.

Requirements

Bridge Testing

Minimum 10 years of experience in bridge engineering with a railway company or a consulting firm

o Minimum 8 years of experience in bridge testing

Bachelors Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Masters 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 Drivers Licence

Licensed Structural Engineer*

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

Applies critical thinking

Demonstrates agility and drives change

Sets direction and inspires others

Demonstrates active listening

Collaborates with others and shares information

Seeks and values all perspectives

Creates a sense of belonging and inclusion

Identifies potential safety and security risks

Develops self and others

Provides recognition

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.

Strong programming and data analyses skills

Knowledge of fall protection guidelines

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. CNs network connects Canadas Eastern and Western coasts with the U.S. South through a 20000-mile rail 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 Americassafest mostinclusiveandsustainable railroad which includes reflecting the communities in which we operate. Research shows that candidates often dont apply unless they feel they fit the job posting at 100%. To all potential applicants even if you dont meet 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 get in touch with our team at.

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Required Experience:

Senior IC