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Sr. Project Engineer, Rail Bridge
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GFT is seeking a
Sr. Project Engineer - Rail Bridge
to join our Transportation Team in the following office locations:
Chicago, IL; Kansas City, MO; Omaha, NE; Wichita, KS; St. Louis, MO; Oklahoma City, OK . This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at one of our offices.
Working on the Transportation team at
GFT
offers the opportunity to engage in transformative projects that enhance transportation infrastructure and improve community connectivity. Our team delivers resilient, sustainable design and construction for highways and bridges and other multi-modal roadway systems to ensure safe, efficient travel.
What You Will Do This position includes structural design, rehabilitation, and inspection of bridges and other structures, along with the preparation of load ratings, construction documents, specifications, and estimates. Duties may include construction inspection services. The successful candidate will be able to travel for projects and work in the field on bridge inspections, collaborating on multi-disciplinary projects in a team environment.
Responsibilities
Perform structural bridge design utilizing current AREMA design standards. Calculate structural quantities.
Project management for design of projects, monitoring budgets and schedules, perform QC/QA reviews, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate with staff to complete projects.
Develop and present proposals to clients with Client Managers.
Plan and conduct project meetings; negotiate scope changes or schedule acceleration with clients as needed.
Ensure compliance with quality control and quality assurance guidelines.
Interpret contract changes and advise management on needed actions.
Contribute to client marketing meetings.
Document and organize design calculations per GFT’s Quality Management Plan.
Perform detailed checking of calculations and design drawings produced by others.
Assist with CADD drawing development and production.
Research design options and document findings for Senior Project Engineer.
May perform bridge inspections for highway and railway bridges.
May participate in non-design activities such as construction inspection and field data collection.
Report to Project Manager or Senior Project Engineers on expected results.
Maintain accuracy of engineering design, reports, load ratings, and plans; ensure quality presentation and adherence to budgets and schedules.
Keep Senior Project Manager informed of workload and changes in project scope or schedule.
Maintain professional knowledge through ongoing education and professional engagement. Travel within the continental United States as needed.
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in civil/structural engineering with an emphasis in structures from an ABET-accredited university or college.
A minimum of 10 years’ experience in design and/or management of rail or railroad-focused projects.
Registration as a licensed Professional Engineer.
Structures design experience utilizing AREMA manual for Railroad Engineering.
Familiarity with Class I railroad bridge standards.
Structural engineering background, knowledge of MicroStation and experience with structural drawings, specifications, and cost estimates.
Strong teamwork and communication skills.
Working knowledge of MS Office; experience with engineering design packages such as MicroStation and structural analysis software (Bluebeam Revu, LEAP Bridge, LPILE, GROUP, RISA, or CSiBridge).
Able and willing to travel within the continental United States.
Physically capable of performing field work including working at heights and in adverse weather.
Valid Driver’s License.
What We Prefer You Bring
Master’s degree in civil/structural engineering with an emphasis in structures from an ABET-accredited university or college.
Experience working directly with Class I railroads.
AREMA member and Committee 8, 9, or 15 participation.
NHI 2-Week course – Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridge.
Compensation The salary range for this role is $105,000 - $155,000. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.
Benefits
Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, along with medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
Competitive paid time off (PTO) accrual.
Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
Professional development support and opportunities for involvement in professional organizations.
Incentive compensation for eligible positions.
Company Overview GFT is an equal opportunity employer. We value diverse perspectives and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.
Location: Omaha, NE; Kansas City, MO; St. Louis, MO
Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Employment Status: Full-Time
Salary Range: $105,000 - $155,000
GFT requires the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions.
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Sr. Project Engineer, Rail Bridge
role at
GFT
GFT is seeking a
Sr. Project Engineer - Rail Bridge
to join our Transportation Team in the following office locations:
Chicago, IL; Kansas City, MO; Omaha, NE; Wichita, KS; St. Louis, MO; Oklahoma City, OK . This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at one of our offices.
Working on the Transportation team at
GFT
offers the opportunity to engage in transformative projects that enhance transportation infrastructure and improve community connectivity. Our team delivers resilient, sustainable design and construction for highways and bridges and other multi-modal roadway systems to ensure safe, efficient travel.
What You Will Do This position includes structural design, rehabilitation, and inspection of bridges and other structures, along with the preparation of load ratings, construction documents, specifications, and estimates. Duties may include construction inspection services. The successful candidate will be able to travel for projects and work in the field on bridge inspections, collaborating on multi-disciplinary projects in a team environment.
Responsibilities
Perform structural bridge design utilizing current AREMA design standards. Calculate structural quantities.
Project management for design of projects, monitoring budgets and schedules, perform QC/QA reviews, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate with staff to complete projects.
Develop and present proposals to clients with Client Managers.
Plan and conduct project meetings; negotiate scope changes or schedule acceleration with clients as needed.
Ensure compliance with quality control and quality assurance guidelines.
Interpret contract changes and advise management on needed actions.
Contribute to client marketing meetings.
Document and organize design calculations per GFT’s Quality Management Plan.
Perform detailed checking of calculations and design drawings produced by others.
Assist with CADD drawing development and production.
Research design options and document findings for Senior Project Engineer.
May perform bridge inspections for highway and railway bridges.
May participate in non-design activities such as construction inspection and field data collection.
Report to Project Manager or Senior Project Engineers on expected results.
Maintain accuracy of engineering design, reports, load ratings, and plans; ensure quality presentation and adherence to budgets and schedules.
Keep Senior Project Manager informed of workload and changes in project scope or schedule.
Maintain professional knowledge through ongoing education and professional engagement. Travel within the continental United States as needed.
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in civil/structural engineering with an emphasis in structures from an ABET-accredited university or college.
A minimum of 10 years’ experience in design and/or management of rail or railroad-focused projects.
Registration as a licensed Professional Engineer.
Structures design experience utilizing AREMA manual for Railroad Engineering.
Familiarity with Class I railroad bridge standards.
Structural engineering background, knowledge of MicroStation and experience with structural drawings, specifications, and cost estimates.
Strong teamwork and communication skills.
Working knowledge of MS Office; experience with engineering design packages such as MicroStation and structural analysis software (Bluebeam Revu, LEAP Bridge, LPILE, GROUP, RISA, or CSiBridge).
Able and willing to travel within the continental United States.
Physically capable of performing field work including working at heights and in adverse weather.
Valid Driver’s License.
What We Prefer You Bring
Master’s degree in civil/structural engineering with an emphasis in structures from an ABET-accredited university or college.
Experience working directly with Class I railroads.
AREMA member and Committee 8, 9, or 15 participation.
NHI 2-Week course – Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridge.
Compensation The salary range for this role is $105,000 - $155,000. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.
Benefits
Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, along with medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
Competitive paid time off (PTO) accrual.
Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
Professional development support and opportunities for involvement in professional organizations.
Incentive compensation for eligible positions.
Company Overview GFT is an equal opportunity employer. We value diverse perspectives and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.
Location: Omaha, NE; Kansas City, MO; St. Louis, MO
Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Employment Status: Full-Time
Salary Range: $105,000 - $155,000
GFT requires the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions.
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