Project Engineer - Rail Bridge

GFT is seeking a Rail Bridge Engineer II to join our Transportation Team in Omaha, NE ! This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at the Omaha office.

Working on the Transportation team at GFT offers the opportunity to engage in transformative projects that enhance transportation infrastructure and improve community connectivity. Whether working on highways and bridges or traffic engineering, our team excels in resilient, sustainable design and construction, delivering innovative solutions that address the complexities of modern, multimodal roadway systems and ensure safe, efficient, and reliable travel for all. Explore some of our signature Transportation projects here.

What you will be challenged to do:

This position will be joining the 2023 AREMA Hay Award winning team recognizing the most outstanding railway engineering project for the TRRA Merchants Bridge Replacement in St. Louis, MO. At Gannett Fleming TranSystems, we have established and continue to nurture a culture that is committed to providing quality services for our clients. We are looking for top talent to join our firm which has grown from 700 eployees in 2021 to 1800 employees in 2024.

This position includes structural design, rehabilitation, and inspection of bridges, and tunnels, overhead structures, retaining walls, and other structures along with the preparation of load ratings, construction documents, specifications, and estimates. In addition, duties may include construction inspection services. Day-to-day assignments and technical guidance will be provided by current staff. Applicants must possess strong technical skills, excellent verbal and written communication skills, the ability to travel for projects, the ability to work in the field conducting bridge inspections and must be able to work well in a team environment on multi-disciplinary projects.

In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

• Plan, design and direct transportation components primarily for freight railroad, passenger rail and transit, states and municipalities and federal government projects.
• Analyze information and data to perform routine design tasks.
• Make decisions independently on engineering problems and methods, and occasionally represent the organization in meetings to resolve important questions, and to plan and coordinate work.
• Receive instructions from Project Manager or Senior Project Engineers as to the general results expected.
• Receive technical guidance on unusual or complex problems and supervisory approval on proposed plans for projects. Responsible for accuracy of engineering design and plans, quality presentation, thoroughness and follow-through, and efficient conformance to budgets, schedules, and company standards.
• Research design options and document findings for Senior Project Engineer. Keep Senior Project Manager informed of workload and any changes in project schedule or scope or additional services.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies.
• Usually performs as a staff advisor and consultant to technical specialty.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What you'll bring to our firm:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, or related discipline plus a minimum of 8 years' professional, related experience.
  • Alternatively, a Master's degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline plus at least 5 years of related experience.
• Must have successfully passed the Professional Engineering exam.
• Related experience must include working in adherence to recommended best practices in the industry as identified in the AREMA Manual for Railway Engineering, AASHTO Manual, and other railroad and highway bridge codes and standards applicable to project specifications.
• Related experience required in technology platforms and software including LEAP Bridge Concrete, LPILE, MicroStation and Bluebeam Revu.
• Experience working with standard railroad plans preferred. Up to 5% regional travel required.
• Actively engages multiple perspectives when solving problems, seeks to learn from peers, and encourages reciprocal learning among team members.
• Actively advocates for full inclusion in the workplace, fostering an environment that welcomes diversity and values equity for all employees, partners, clients, and the communities that TranSystems serves.

Compensation:

• The salary range for this position is $95,000 - $135,000. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.

Featured 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.

At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships – that’s why we’re the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry’s brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more.

Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century’s experience, together we’re building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives. GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives™

GFT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law.

Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property of Gannett Fleming TranSystems.

Location: Omaha, NE

Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Employment Status: Full-Time

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