Senior Rail Bridge Engineer - Kiewit Infrastructure Engineers

Kiewit; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid time off

Job summary

Kiewit is seeking an experienced Heavy Rail Bridge Engineer to join our Structures group. You will lead design tasks, mentor junior engineers, and ensure compliance with technical standards. This position demands a strong background in structural engineering, with a minimum of 10 years of experience and a professional engineer's registration.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and generous paid time off. Join us in our mission to construct essential transportation infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years experience in structural/bridge engineering design.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer.
• Experience with seismic design and analysis preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering design tasks for various transportation structures.
• Mentor junior engineers and review their designs.
• Participate in technical meetings, strategizing innovative solutions.

Skills

Structural Engineering principles

Technical problem solving

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Structural or Civil Engineering

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

CSiBridge

MIDAS

PGSuper

Job description

Position Overview

At Kiewit, we build bridges, highways, transit systems and runways to connect the world. Our capabilities are reinforced by one of the largest privately‑owned fleets of construction equipment in North America, which enables us to rapidly mobilize the necessary resources for any Design‑Build project. Clients are turning to us for Design‑Build and other alternative project delivery methods due to our successful track record in transportation design and construction. We are looking for an experienced Heavy Rail Bridge Engineer for our Structures group who is an innovative problem solver with a passion for technical excellence, to add to our new office in the West Lake/Fort Worth area.

Location

• Westlake, TX
• Lenexa, KS
• Omaha, NE

We also offer excellent relocation assistance if you are interested in moving to the area.

Responsibilities

• Lead and perform engineering design tasks and coordinate with CADD teams in developing plans, specifications, and estimates for preliminary and final design of standard bridges, walls, substructures, foundations and other transportation structures (Culverts, Inlet structures, etc.). Mentor and lead other junior engineers and review/check designs of junior staff.
• Identify and understand technical requirements of design projects and implement engineering principles to develop solutions.
• Identify, interpret, and apply appropriate design standards and codes; ensure compliance with contract documents.
• Participate in technical meetings and discussions; strategize innovative solutions to complex or unique technical problems. Coordinate/communicate with clients, partners, and other disciplines.
• Identify technical differentiators and develop schemes for key project pursuits.
• May lead a subset/segment of a project where you have project engineering responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or greater in Structural Engineering or Civil Engineering (Masters Preferred).
• Minimum 10 years experience in relevant structural/bridge engineering design.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer.
• Worked on a variety of projects including Class I railroads, shortlines, industrial and transit clients.
• Perform bridge engineering/design calculations, developing structural details, inspecting bridges and performing load rating calculations.
• Demonstrated history of being a technical specialist or Project Manager on mid‑size projects, and supervise more junior engineers in the performance of engineering tasks.
• Strong all‑around theoretical knowledge of structural engineering principles.
• Experience coordinating work across a geographical area with multiple offices/projects.
• Experience with Design‑Build or other alternative delivery methods, preferred.
• Experience with seismic design and analysis, preferred.
• Preferred experience with engineering design software, e.g. programs such as CSiBridge, MIDAS, PGSuper, etc.
• Experience with AASHTO LRFD, AISC, ACI, and other North American design codes.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Strong people skills and an ability to work in a multi‑disciplinary team environment.
• Ability to travel as business requires.

Other Requirements

• Regular, reliable attendance.
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely.
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
• May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.

Benefits

We offer our full‑time staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top‑tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.