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We are excited to share once again TranSystems has been recognized as a top 100 design firm by Engineering News-Record in 2023. For more than 50 years, TranSystems has committed to a mission of performing engineering and architectural planning, design, and construction solution services in a manner that is both safe and in compliance with all applicable regulatory and client requirements. At TranSystems, we have established and continue to nurture a culture that is committed to providing quality services for our clients. Were looking for top talent to grow with our firm.

Responsibilities

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 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.

TranSystems has an immediate opening for a Bridge Engineer. 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.

General Responsibilities:

• 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.

Qualifications

What you bring to our firm:

• Masters degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline plus at least 3 years of related experience.
• Alternatively, the employer will accept a Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering, or related discipline plus at least 4 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 technolog 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.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Featured Benefits:

Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.

Access to company vehicle provided for inspection work.

Comprehensive health benefits package including wellness, maternity/paternity leave, and employer paid ADandD, STD, and LTD.

401(k) company match

Vacation accrual separate from sick time.

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