GFT · 9 hours ago
Rail Bridge Engineer
GFT is a privately held AEC firm seeking a Rail Bridge Engineer to join their Transportation Team in Southern California. The role involves participating in complex design tasks for rail bridge projects, including structural design, rehabilitation, and inspections, while ensuring adherence to quality and project standards.
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Responsibilities
Perform structural bridge analysis and design utilizing current AREMA and owners’ design standards. Calculate structural quantities
Perform bridge inspections for railway bridges
Ensure accuracy of engineering design, reports, load ratings, and plans. Work product must be prepared with a focus on quality, presentation, thoroughness, and follow-through; with conformance to budgets, schedules, and company standards
Assures the project meets quality control and quality assurance guidelines
Perform detailed checking of calculations and design drawings produced by others
Assist with CADD drawing development and production
Document and organize design calculations following GFT’s Quality Management Plan
Interpret changes in the contract and advises management on needed changes
Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in civil/structural engineering with an emphasis in structures from an ABET-accredited university or college
A minimum of 4 years' professional experience with an emphasis on structural design for Class I and transit bridge projects
Engineer-in-Training E.I.T. License
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 engineering design drawings, specifications and cost estimates
Team oriented engineer with strong communication skills
Knowledge of MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc.), and experience with engineering design packages and structural analysis software systems such as LEAP Bridge Concrete, LPILE, GROUP, RISA or CSiBridge
Willingness to travel within the continental United States
Physically capable of performing field work including working at heights, carrying ladders and gear, working in adverse weather conditions, etc
Valid Driver's License
Preferred
Registration as a licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) and/or Structural Engineer (S.E.) preferred
Master's degree in civil/structural engineering with an emphasis in structures from an ABET-accredited university or college
AREMA member and Committee 7, 8, 9, 10 or 15 member
Experience working directly with Class I railroads
Benefits
Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations
Incentive compensation for eligible positions.
Company
GFT
GFT provides planning, design, technology, and construction management services.
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OceanSound Partners
2023-03-08Acquired
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