Apply early as this job may be removed or filled prior to the closing date, which is approximately seven (7) days after the posting date.

Job Location: Kansas City
Anticipated Start Date: 11/01/2024
Number of Positions: 1
Salary Range: $82,100 - $111,300

Who we are and what we do

Do you want to be a part of something that really matters? Team BNSF includes professionals focused on safety and service that play a vital role in delivering the nation's freight. Together, we help move goods and materials that sustain life and support local, national and global economies. Our rail network is one of the largest freight railroads, spanning 28 western states and serving three Canadian provinces.

What we believe

At BNSF, our Vision and Values drive who we are, not only in our words, but also our actions. BNSF is committed to our foundational values of equality and inclusion. As members of the BNSF community, our employees are entitled to:

be treated with dignity and respect.
have equal access to tools, resources, training and development opportunities.
have equal opportunity to achieve their full potential.

We model the way through our leadership, our BNSF Diversity Councils, our eclectic Business Resource Groups, our deep involvement and investment in the communities we serve and through training programs. Our actions create an inclusive, open and collaborative workplace that encourages diverse perspectives in all interactions.
-BNSF
This position has the potential to be a hybrid position with up to 50% remote work with department approval. Successful candidate must live within a reasonable distance of the Kansas City, KS office.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

Design, prepare and distribute plans and specifications for maintenance and replacement construction of railroad structures
Delegate to, supervise and manage design consultants who provide bridge engineering services including surveying, geotechnical investigations, permitting, structural design, construction plan preparation and specification writing
Requisition structural and construction materials per design plans and specifications
Prepare preliminary and final detailed construction cost estimates
Assemble contract bid documents and manage construction contracts
Provide technical structural engineering assistance to field supervision for major bridge construction projects, for assessments of damage following accidents involving structures and for complex maintenance work to aging structures

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or related degree program
Must have the ability to analyze engineering and design problems and establish and apply relevant criteria
Knowledge of structures construction standards and Maintenance of Way Standards, Maintenance of Way and Bridge Worker Safety Rules
Must have a thorough knowledge of structural analysis, steel and concrete design techniques, strengths of materials, and railroad bridge design requirements
Knowledge in the construction, inspection and maintenance of bridges and their component parts
Familiar with FRA and OSHA standards
Must be self-directed, motivated and have good interpersonal and communication skills
Must have a strong working knowledge of safe railroad operations and practices
Must have the ability to communicate well, one on one and in groups
Must be safety conscious and able to support and contribute to a strong safety process
Good supervisory and leadership skills
Must have basic CAD (computer-aided design) knowledge
Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Tier III certification from a Manager of Engineering Certification
A Professional Engineer's license in a state or states in which the BNSF operates is desirable
Previous work experience in structural engineering
Experience with movable bridges is a plus
Working knowledge of hydrology and stream flow hydraulics, surveying, permitting and steel bridge fabrication
Working knowledge of standards, requirements and specifications as outlined by BNSF, AREMA and governmental agencies

RELOCATION: May be offered based on business needs

TRAVEL: Approximately 10%

SHIFTS/HOURS:

Full-time
Subject to on call for emergency situations and may require some after-hours/weekend availability

BENEFITS

BNSF offers competitive benefit programs and services including, but not limited to

Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
401(k) Plan
Railroad Retirement
Life Insurance
Incentive Compensation Plan (ICP)
Tuition Reimbursement Program

BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION ELEMENTS

Criminal history
Last 7 years of driving history
Last 5 years of employment history to include military service
Social Security number
Education

MEDICAL REVIEW ELEMENTS:

Medical evaluation
Drug Screen
Other elements as needed

DRUG TEST ELEMENTS:
BNSF is committed to a safe and drug free work place and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing. All new hires are required to undergo a hair drug test which detects the presence of illegal drugs for months prior to testing. We appreciate your cooperation in keeping BNSF safe and drug free.

Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC): Federal authority requires BNSF employees, whose work requires unescorted access to secure areas of port facilities, to obtain a TWIC. A TWIC is a condition of employment for such positions and requires candidates to those positions to submit to a TSA security assessment (to include, but not limited to, providing: biographic information; identity documents; fingerprints; digital photograph). More information is available at https://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic.

BNSF Railway is an Equal Opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
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