Railroad Bridge Inspection Engineer – 60–70% Travel

CPKC; Bensenville (IL); On-site; USD 66,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible benefits package

Employee share purchase plan

Performance incentive plan

Annual fitness subsidy

Part-time studies program

Job summary

CPKC is seeking an Engineer Bridge Inspection to conduct scheduled, periodic, and emergency railroad bridge inspections. The role includes training and oversight of field crews, with a company vehicle and travel expenses provided.

Headquarters can be in Chicago, IL or other listed cities, supporting cross-border work into Canada and Mexico. Qualifications include a Civil Engineering degree (preferred), PE/EIT licensing (preferred), and railroad bridge inspection experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent.
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with emphasis in structural, geotechnical or construction management (preferred).
• Professional Engineer (PE) or Engineer in Training (EIT) licensing (preferred).
• Experience in railroad bridge inspection, maintenance or construction (preferred).
• Ability to inspect bridges at heights and wear fall protection.
• US passport (or able to acquire one) to travel cross border to Canada and Mexico.
• Valid driver’s license (with no restrictions).

Responsibilities

• Complete bridge inspections in accordance with FRA Bridge Safety standards and CPKC Bridge Safety Management Plan Policy.
• Audit bridge maintenance/renewal work for compliance with CPKC Structures Red Book.
• Make recommendations to territory Manager Bridge Maintenance in regards the inspection and maintenance of bridges.
• Complete inspections of railroad bridges, overhead highway structures, culverts, retaining walls, and turntables.
• Directing assignment, use, and operation of Bridge Inspection Vehicle.
• Establish/manage relationships with their Engineering counterparts on their geographic territory.
• Required to request and acquire all necessary track authorities to conduct on-track bridge inspections.

Skills

Bridge inspection experience

Height safety inspection

Cross-border travel readiness

Valid driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (preferred)

High School Diploma or GED Equivalent

Professional Engineer (PE) or Engineer in Training (EIT) licensing (preferred)

Job description

CPKC is seeking an Engineer Bridge Inspection to conduct scheduled, periodic, and emergency railroad bridge inspections. The role includes training and oversight of field crews, with a company vehicle and travel expenses provided.

Headquarters can be in Chicago, IL or other listed cities, supporting cross-border work into Canada and Mexico. Qualifications include a Civil Engineering degree (preferred), PE/EIT licensing (preferred), and railroad bridge inspection experience.