GFT · 20 hours ago
Sr. Rail Bridge Engineer
Marlton, NJ
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$141K/yr - $170K/yr
10+ years expGFT is a privately held AEC firm specializing in transportation, water, power, and buildings. They are seeking a Sr. Rail Bridge Engineer to join their Transportation Team, focusing on structural design, rehabilitation, and inspection of bridges, while also preparing load ratings and construction documents.
ConsultingEnergyEnvironmental ConsultingFacilities Support ServicesFacility ManagementInfrastructureTransportationWater
Responsibilities
Perform structural bridge designs utilizing current AREMA design standards
Document and organize design calculations following GFT’s Quality Management Plan
Perform detailed checking of calculations and design drawings produced by others
Responsible for accuracy of engineering design, reports, load ratings, and plans, quality presentation, thoroughness and follow-through, and efficient conformance to budgets, schedules, and company standards
Perform bridge inspections for railway bridges
Participate in non-design engineering activities such as construction inspection and field data collection
Lead design and project management efforts
Plan and lead project meetings
Update Senior Project Manager on changes in workload, project schedule, or scope
Ensure projects adhere to budgets and schedules
Perform QC or QA reviews
Mentor junior engineers and collaborate with other team members across varied disciplines to meet project deliverables
Develop and present proposals to clients in association with the Client Managers
Lead client relationship meetings as well as contribute to marketing and business development efforts
Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; developing professional networks; participating in professional societies
Willingness to travel the continental United States
Qualification
Required
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
Knowledge of Microstation and experience with structural engineering design drawings, specifications and cost estimates
Team oriented engineer with strong communication skills
Working knowledge of MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc.), and experience with engineering design packages such as MicroStation and other structural analysis software systems such as Bluebeam Revu, LEAP Bridge Concrete, LPILE, GROUP, RISA or CSiBridge
Able and willing to travel within the continental United States
Preferred
Experience working directly with Class I railroads
Master's degree in civil/structural engineering with an emphasis in structures from an ABET-accredited university or college
AREMA membership and active participation on Committees 7, 8, 9, 10 or 15
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.
5001-10000 employees
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OceanSound Partners
2023-03-08Acquired
2023-03-07Debt Financing
2023-01-09Private Equity
Leadership Team
Art Barrett
Senior Vice President
John Derr
Executive Vice President - Transportation Advisor
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