Senior Structural Engineer – Hudson Tunnel Project

NPAworldwide; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 135,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k)

Job summary

NPAworldwide, on behalf of a leading global consultancy, seeks a Senior Structural Engineer for the Hudson Tunnel Project in the NYC/NJ tri-state area. You will oversee bridge structures, review designs, and provide construction support for a high-profile transit infrastructure program.

The role requires a BS in Civil Engineering (MS preferred), 10–15 years of experience, PE in NJ and/or NY, and fluency with AREMA, AASHTO, IBC.

Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering; MS preferred.
• PE registration in NJ and/or NY.
• Experience with AREMA, AASHTO, IBC, NJDOT, Amtrak.
• Strong communication skills and local tri-state residency.

Responsibilities

• Oversee structural surveys of rail bridges and retaining walls.
• Review survey reports and repair details.
• Review bridge superstructure, abutments, and foundations per AREMA/NJ standards.
• Prepare design calculations and engineering reports.
• QA/QC of design calculations and reports.
• Provide construction support and field oversight.
• Attend meetings and conduct site visits with contractors.

Skills

10-15 years of experience

Professional Engineer (PE) NJ/NY

Excellent written and verbal comms

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Master of Science in Structural Engineering (preferred)

Tools

CSiBridge

LEAP Bridge

Job description

About the Company & Project

Our client is a leading global Consultancy renowned for delivering high-profile, complex, iconic, large-scale capital projects.

Job Description

We are currently seeking a dedicated and accomplished Senior Structural Engineer for the Hudson Tunnel Project (HTP). This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to contribute to this landmark project that is poised to deliver transformative impacts across economic, transportation, and environmental sustainability.

The busiest rail connection between New York, New Jersey, and the Northeast Corridor, the Hudson Tunnel Project will improve capacity, reliability, and resiliency of commuter and intercity rail transit serving 800,000 daily passengers from Washington, D.C. to New York and New England. This is a milestone project that is slated to receive nearly $12 billion in federal funding, the largest investment in a mass transit project in modern history.

As the Senior Structural Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in the delivery of this significant project. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a mission that aligns with our clients purpose: to create responsible places that bring transformative impact to their people, communities, and societies.

Responsibilities

• Oversee structural surveys of existing rail bridges, abutments, retaining walls, etc.
• Review structural survey reports, repair details, etc.
• Review structural design for bridge superstructure, abutments and foundations for rail bridges, soil retaining structures per AREMA requirements
• Review structural design for bridge superstructure, abutments and foundations for vehicular bridges, soil retaining structures per AASHTO requirements
• Review structural design for miscellaneous structures per IBC requirements
• Prepare design calculations and engineering reports to verify structural design of the bridges, abutments, foundations and soil retaining structures, etc.
• Perform constructability assessment of proposed structural systems of bridges, abutments, foundations, soil retaining structures, etc.
• QA/QC of design calculations and engineering reports prepared by others
• Perform construction support and field oversight during construction of bridges, abutments, foundations, soil retaining structures, etc.
• Attend meetings, work with contractors, perform regular site visits and provide engineering services during construction

Qualifications

• 4-year Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering. Master of Science degree in structural engineering preferred.
• 10 -15 years of related work experience preferably in northern New Jersey/NYC area
• Professional Engineer registration in State of New Jersey and/or State of New York
• Efficient in structural analysis of bridges, abutments, foundations, support of excavation systems, retaining structures with commonly used structural software such as CSiBridge, LEAP bridge, etc.
• Familiarity with AREMA, AASHTO, IBC, NJDOT and Amtrak codes, manuals, standards
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Local resident of NYC metro tri-state area

Why Is This a Great Opportunity

The estimated starting salary for this position is $150k. Starting salary may vary based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as experience, skills and qualifications.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Structural Engineer looking to work on the most challenging, high-profile and innovative projects. If you're an ambitious professional who thrives in a client-facing role and enjoys delivering solutions that drive project success,

Why this is a Great Opportunity

• Full-time position with competitive compensation
• Opportunity to work in a client-facing role delivering significant and impactful capital projects.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment with the opportunity for growth in your career
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, disability Insurance, 401(k).