Amtrak · 3 weeks ago
Sr Engineer Movable Bridge - 90263018 - Philadelphia
Philadelphia, PA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$104K/yr - $134K/yr
6+ years expAmtrak is a leading transportation company that connects businesses and communities across the country. They are seeking a Senior Engineer to provide technical expertise for movable bridge projects, covering the full lifecycle from design to maintenance and inspection.
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Responsibilities
Perform mechanical and structural design and detailing for bridge machinery, including hydraulic systems
Develop contract plans, specifications, calculations, and cost estimates for new construction and rehabilitation projects
Conduct field inspections of mechanical systems on movable bridges during condition assessments and construction
Document findings, identify potential issues, and recommend repair or maintenance solutions
Collaborate with maintenance teams to ensure the implementation of effective maintenance schedules, including cleaning, lubrication, and parts replacement
Self-perform design services on small design projects with limited oversight
Lead the design of individual projects including scope development, schedule, budget, plans, and both prescriptive and performance specifications
Provide technical support to Amtrak’s field staff as a Movable Bridge Subject Matter Expert
Provide technical support during construction and respond to submittals, shop drawings, RFI’s, and change order requests and/or coordinate with and manage the DOR on associated Construction Phase Services
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering
6 years of relevant experience
Experience with the design, maintenance, and inspection of movable bridges
Strong technical writing and presentation skills
Ability to perform both office and field work, including work at heights
Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects
Demonstrated experience working in a matrix organization
Ability to obtain Professional Engineering License within 3 years
Experience in management of movable bridge projects using outside engineering consulting firms
Demonstrated experience working in a matrix organization
Valid drivers license
Preferred
8+ years of relevant experience
Master's Degree
Licensed Professional Engineer (PE)
Prior work experience writing RFP's, bidding, and contracting with (or as an employee of) engineering consulting firms
Understanding of both passenger and freight railroad operating environments
Benefits
Health, dental, and vision plans
Health savings accounts
Wellness programs
Flexible spending accounts
401K retirement plan with employer match
Life insurance
Short and long term disability insurance
Paid time off
Back-up care
Adoption assistance
Surrogacy assistance
Reimbursement of education expenses
Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility
Railroad Retirement sickness and retirement benefits
Rail pass privileges
Company
Amtrak
Amtrak is a provider of intercity passenger rail services across the country, connecting major cities and regions.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$125.7MKey Investors
Federal Railroad AdministrationU.S. Department of Transportation
2024-09-03Grant· $63.9M
2023-09-25Grant· $8.8M
2022-08-18Grant· $45M
Leadership Team
John McSorley
Director of Critical Infrastructure Protection
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