Job Summary

The Senior Engineer, Bridge Rating leads junior staff in the process of establishing the load carrying capacity of CN bridges and record keeping as required by law. The incumbent ensures that bridge capacity rating calculations and recommendations are in accordance with sound engineering practice, approved railway standards and latest industry best practices, and in compliance with safety standards, applicable laws & regulations.

Main Responsibilities

Bridge Assessment

·       Act as a resident expert with highly specialized knowledge in structural analysis and bridge rating.

·       Lead junior staff in the performance of their duties with training and guidance.

·       Review proposals of projects to be awarded to external consultants.

·       Monitor progress of work assigned to junior staff and projects granted to consultants.

·       Review Assessment Reports produced by junior staff and consultant reports.

·       Make recommendations on repair/strengthening/replacement options.

·       Maintain the record of the load carrying capacity of all bridges on the network.

·       Provide support to regions during bridge related emergencies.

Dimensional Loads 

·       Approve proposals for the movement of over-sized and over-loaded shipments as requested by the Transportation Department.

·       Review recommendations made by junior staff.

·       Lead staff in the maintenance of the Heavy Axle Load Clearance Database.

Bridge Testing 

·       Maintain a record of bridges that could potentially benefit from field-testing, long-term monitoring or Ultrasonic Impact Treatment (UIT).

·       Review Bridge Testing Reports produced by the Bridge Testing group.

·       Apply Live Load modification factors obtained through field testing where applicable.

·       Make recommendations on repair/strengthening/replacement options based on test results.

Rolling Equipment 

·       Evaluate locomotives and rolling equipment of various weights and dimensions for their demand on the bridge plant.

·       Make Recommendations related to operation of above equipment on specific subdivisions.

·       Establish and advise regions on operating restrictions.

Safety 

·       Communicate company policy and goals to junior staff.

·       Provide mentoring, recognition and feedback as required.

·       Maintain training up to date in compliance of applicable laws and regulations.

·       Ensure safety rules are followed at work sites.

Working Conditions

The role has standard working conditions in an office environment with a regular workweek from Monday to Friday. Due to the nature of the role, the incumbent must be able to meet tight deadlines, handle pressure and manage stress.

Requirements

Experience

?Engineering

·       Between 10 to 15 years of railway bridge engineering experience

Education/Certification/Designation

·       Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering and/or Licensed Professional Engineer.

·       Master’s or PhD Degree in Civil Engineering*

·       Licensed Structural Engineer*

·       Designation as Railway Bridge Engineer

·       Valid driver’s license.

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

Competencies

·       Ability to manage complex issues and work independently.

·       Adeptness in communication, planning and problem solving.

·       Capacity to influence decisions at higher management levels

Technical Skills/Knowledge

·       Specialized knowledge of railway bridge analysis, design & rating principles and procedures.

·       Expert knowledge of railway bridge engineering and AREMA Guidelines.

·       Familiarity with railway operating rules.

·       Knowledge of engineering track standards.

·       Comprehensive knowledge of applicable regulatory requirements.

·       Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and dedicated structural analysis software such as SAP2000.

·       Fluency in English is required. Proficiency in French*

*Any knowledge for any of the above would be considered as an asset