Operations Engineer, Bridges and Structures - Homewood, United States - Disability Solutions

Description

At CN, everyday brings new and exciting challenges. You can expect an interesting environment where you're part of making sure our business is running optimally and safely-helping keep the economy on track. We provide the kind of paid training and opportunities that long-term careers are built on and we recognize hard workers who strive to make a difference. You will be able to thrive in our close-knit, safety-focused culture working together as ONE TEAM. The careers we offer are meaningful because the work we do matters. Join us


Job Summary

The Operations Engineer, Bridges and Structures (B&S) United States (U.S.) is responsible for working with B&S Managers and B&S Supervisors in the United States.

The incumbent is accountable for assisting with leading construction projects and maintenance programs for bridge, culvert and related structure projects.

Main Responsibilities

Office

• Lead structure projects performed by contractors
• Assist in leading structure projects performed by CN personnel
• Coordinate Region initiated consultant assignments
• Plan, estimate, coordinate and execute work while controlling project costs
• Review and prepare engineering drawings, tender documents and specifications
• Perform contract administration, advance progress and final payments
• Review structure inspection reports and assist with developing 5-year capital and maintenance plans
• Develop and maintain electronic structure files including drawings, correspondence, photos and related data

Field Technical Support

• Review drawings for construction and prepare material estimates
• Provide technical support to CN and contractor field personnel including site visits
• Perform site inspections to investigate inspection findings and develop repair plans
• Perform site safety inspections to ensure compliance with CN and regulatory regulations

Working Conditions

The role has standard working conditions in an office environment with a regular workweek from Monday to Friday. The role is partially performed outdoors in various types of weather and environmental conditions.

The incumbent must be available to work shifts and weekends when necessary, be available on-call 24/7 to respond to critical incidences, and have the ability to work at heights with appropriate protective gear.

The role requires occasional travel (25%) to remote locations.


Requirements

Experience

Construction, Engineering or Project Management

• Between 2 to 5 years of experience in construction, engineering or project management, preferably in a railroad environment

o Experience with structure design and structure construction activities
o Experience with steel and concrete structures and related repair work
o Experience in construction or municipal project management
o Experience will railway work procedures and related work environments*o Experience with timber structures and related repair work*o Experience with geotechnical engineering or foundation design*o Experience with environmental engineering or environmental protective legislation**Any experience for these above would be considered as an asset

Education/Certification/Designation

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, preferably with a Structural Engineering emphasis
• Engineer-In-Training (EIT) or Fundamentals of Engineering (FE)
• Professional Engineer (PE) or ability to obtain the license within 2 years
• Valid Driver's License

Competencies

• Identifies potential safety and security risks
• Leads by example for the safety and security of all
• Considers ESG principles in all operations
• Collaborates with others and shares information
• Sets direction and inspires others
• Communicates with impact
• Delegates and empowers others to create accountability
• Solves problems to create value
• Demonstrates active listening
• Applies critical thinking

Technical Skills/Knowledge

• Knowledge of construction safety, load charts, and scaffolding
• Knowledge of Systems, Applications and Products (SAP), AutoCAD and Microsoft Office
• Ability to learn new skills such as the U.S. Operating Rules (USOR) and fall protection
• Knowledge of American Railway Engineering and Maintenance-of-Way (AREMA) Manual

About CN'span data-ccp-para>

CN is a world-class transportation leader and trade-enabler.

Essential to the economy, to the customers, and to the communities it serves, CN safely transports more than 300 million tons of natural resources, manufactured products, and finished goods throughout North America every year.

As the only railroad connecting Canada's Eastern and Western coasts with the Southern tip of the U.S.

through a 19,500 mile rail network, CN and its affiliates have been contributing to community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919.

CN is committed to programs supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship.

At CN, we work as ONE TEAM, focused on safety, sustainability and our customers, providing operational and supply chain excellence to deliver results.

CN is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

It is our policy to fill vacant positions with qualified candidates without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, or disability, assuming an individual can perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation.

Only qualified candidates under consideration will be contacted. Please monitor your email on a regular basis, as communication is primarily made through email.