Senior Railroad Bridge Engineer (Remote)

We are Olsson, a team-based, purpose-driven engineering and design firm. Our solutions improve communities and our people make it possible.

Our most meaningful asset is our people, and we are dedicated to providing an environment where they can continue to learn, grow, and thrive. Our entrepreneurial spirit is what has allowed us — and will continue to allow us — to grow. The result? Inspired people, amazing designs, and projects with purpose.

As an engineer on our Railroad Bridge (Structural) team, you will be responsible for technical design and/or support on Olsson’s projects involving railroad bridges and supporting structures. The ideal candidate is a strong project manager with eight years (minimum) of experience working on Class I Railroad structures projects and the ability to work closely with clients. A primary responsibility will be overseeing staff and workload through the duration of projects and mentoring employees while also performing technical design and Quality Control reviews of project deliverables. You may also perform research, write technical reports, and travel to job sites for survey/observation.

You are passionate about:

• Implementing and/or carrying out strategic growth initiatives
• Solving challenging and complex problems through knowledge and creativity
• Project Management
• Working collaboratively with others
• Having ownership in the work you do
• Construction and Structural Engineering
• Heavy civil construction processes and techniques

You bring to the team:

• 8 years (minimum) of consulting experience, working with Railroad Structures
• Experience managing railroad projects and clients
• Strong problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail
• Motivated towards project execution and completion
• Dependable actions and honest communication in a team environment
• Ability to leverage software for modeling, calculation, automation, and rapid drafting
• Applicable experience coordinating with other railroad engineering disciplines.
• Survey experience and willingness to travel preferred (as required, but on a limited basis)
• Bachelor’s degree in structural or civil engineering; masters preferred
• Experience in Microstation, Risa 3D analysis, and Bluebeam Revu preferred
• Must have an active Professional Engineer (PE) license

Olsson is a nationally recognized, employee-owned firm specializing in planning and design, engineering, field services, environmental, and technology. Founded in 1956 on the very mindset that drives us today, we’re here to improve communities by making them more sustainable, better connected, and more efficient. Simply put, we work to leave the world better than we found it.

As an Olsson employee, you’ll receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.), plus you’ll:

• Become an owner in the company after your first year through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Engage in work that has a positive impact in communities
• Receive an excellent 401(k) match
• Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles
• Benefit from a bonus system that rewards performance
• Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements

Olsson is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.

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