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Senior Specialist Engineer Bridge Design

AB, Canada
Edmonton, AB, Canada

Full-time

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Job details

Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Nov 8, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 9, 2026

Original job description

Job Summary

The incumbent is responsible for creating designs and leading design projects assigned to consultants for bridges across CN's network in accordance with Company policies and American Railway Engineering and Maintenance of Way Association (AREMA) guidelines. The position is considered a Professional Engineer technical role and requires self-sufficient competencies in structural engineering principles and mastery of Company policies as well as Bridges and Structures (BandS) management procedures.

Main Responsibilities

Structures Design and Project Management

Prepare preliminary and detailed design of railway bridge structures in concrete, prestress concrete, steel, and timber
Work on projects that typically include steel plate girders, prestressed concrete, concrete box and steel pipe culverts as well as retaining walls
Perform railroad bridge analysis, design and detailing based on the AREMA Manual of Railway Engineering and CN Bridge Design Guidelines
Use CADD software, Microsoft Office Software, and structural analysis software to necessary to complete designs and design checks
Delineate appropriate steps in the bridge design and detailing process
Perform technical reviews of 3rd party initiatives impacting bridges and railway operations
Coordinate consultant design assignments and in-house bridge design activities to support project delivery
Resolve design-relate questions during construction and coordination technical responses with internal stakeholders and consultants
Develop costing information, schedules, and technical inputs for bridge design projects
Prepare and review of fabrication specifications, tender documents, and design standards documentation
Provide engineering support and training to staff members and to field forces during construction
Track outsourced service contracts, reviews and processes outsourced services invoicing
Coordinate with CN departments to obtain approvals, work windows, and project inputs required to meet program objectives

Safety

Verify that engineering drawings, specifications, and related design activities align with safety requirements and applicable standards
Coordinate and conduct in field visits and document audits of bridge inspection and design-related reports
Participate construction safety reviews and follow-up on design-related corrective actions as required
Complete and maintain current certifications and training requirements related to Road Worker Safety, Fall Protection, Railway Operating Rules, and other Company safety programs
Respond to critical incidents and events as required

Training and Development

Participate in field visits to develop familiarity with the Network, site conditions, and bridge infrastructure inventory
Maintain working knowledge of Bridge Management Plan policies, bridge design standards, and internal practices
Continue developing technical, project coordination, and railway knowledge relevant to bridge design activities
Assist with reviews of AREMA Manual for Railway Engineering technical content development and revisions
Assist in development of Junior Design Engineer/Officers/ interns
Maintain Railroad Bridge Engineer designation
Ensure proper adherence to requirements for maintaining licensure as a Professional Engineer

Working Conditions

The role has standard working conditions in an office environment with a regular workweek from Monday to Friday and is eligible to participate in CN's hybrid work model. The role involves managing priorities and delivering work within established timelines, with support from the team to ensure sustainable and effective workload management. The role requires minimal travel (5%) and occasional work outside the normal working hours.

Experience

Minimum 3 years of general engineering experience with a railway company, or engineering consulting firm
Experience in structural engineering, preferably in bridge designs or rating
Working knowledge of North American structural design codes, preferably AREMA Manual of Railway Engineering
Candidates with an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience will be considered

Education/Certification/Designation

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering with emphasis on civil/structural engineering
Hold professional engineering licensure
Valid Driver's Licence
Master's Degree in Engineering*
Candidates with equivalent practical experience, education, or training will be considered
Any requirement marked with (*) will be considered an asset (not mandatory).

Competencies

We Care About Each Other
We Strive for Excellence
We Succeed Together
We Lead Responsibly
Compliance
High
Planning
Coordination
Depth of analysis

Technical Skills/Knowledge

Knowledge of technical and engineering aspects of Railroad Bridges properties, behaviours, deficiencies and inspection procedures
Knowledge of Bridge Structural Engineering, Hydrology and Hydraulics, and Geotechnical Engineering
Technical report writing skills
General computer skills in MathCAD and Microsoft tools - Word, Excel and PowerPoint, Access and Project
Experience using AutoCAD and related CAD applications to support design, drafting, and project documentation activities
Proficiency with structural analysis software SAP2000, CSiBridge

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Responsibilities

Design and review railway bridges and related structures, manage consultant and in-house design work, and provide technical support through construction. Coordinate project schedules, costs, approvals, safety reviews, and staff development while ensuring compliance with company policies and AREMA standards.

Requirements

Requires a bachelor's degree in civil or structural engineering, professional engineering licensure, a valid driver's licence, and at least three years of general engineering experience with a railway company or engineering consulting firm. Candidates should have structural engineering experience, knowledge of North American design codes - preferably AREMA - and proficiency with structural analysis software; a master's degree is an asset.

Skills

Railway Bridge Design
Structural Engineering
Bridge Analysis
Bridge Detailing
Project Management
AREMA Standards
CN Bridge Design Guidelines
Structural Analysis
AutoCAD
SAP2000
CSiBridge
Hydrology and Hydraulics
Geotechnical Engineering
Technical Report Writing
Consultant Coordination
Professional Engineering Licensure

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Keywords

Railway Bridges
Bridge Design
Structural Engineering
AREMA Manual of Railway Engineering
CN Bridge Design Guidelines
Bridge Management Plan
Steel Plate Girders
Prestressed Concrete
Concrete Box Culverts
Steel Pipe Culverts
Retaining Walls
Bridge Inspection
Bridge Rating
Structural Analysis
SAP2000
CSiBridge
AutoCAD
MathCAD
Microsoft Office
Microsoft Project
Hydrology
Hydraulics
Geotechnical Engineering
Professional Engineer
Railroad Bridge Engineer
Road Worker Safety
Fall Protection
Railway Operating Rules
Fabrication Specifications
Tender Documents

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