Structural Engineer (Railroad Bridge Design)

Olsson; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading engineering firm as a Structural Engineer focused on railroad bridge design. Collaborate with clients and drafters, contribute to meaningful projects, and leverage your engineering degree and experience in the dynamic field of railroad structures. Benefit from a supportive work environment that emphasizes growth and positive community impact.

Benefits

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

401(k) match

Wellness program

Flexible work arrangements

Bonus system

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years prior experience working with Railroad Structures.
• Experience supporting railroad projects and clients.
• Ability to leverage software for modeling, calculation, automation, and rapid drafting.

Responsibilities

• Provide project design through CAD drafting for railroad bridges.
• Instruct drafters on design drawing creation.
• Prepare project schedules and conduct job site observations.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Engineer Intern (EI) certificate

Tools

MicroStation

Risa 3D analysis

Bluebeam Revu

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Company Description

We are Olsson, a team-based, purpose-driven engineering and design firm. Our solutions improve communities, and our people make it possible.

Company Description

We are Olsson, a team-based, purpose-driven engineering and design firm. Our solutions improve communities, and our people make it possible.

Our most meaningful asset is our people, and we are dedicated to providing an environment where they can continue to learn, grow, and thrive. Our entrepreneurial spirit is what has allowed us — and will continue to allow us — to grow. The result? Inspired people, amazing designs, and projects with purpose.

Job Description

As an Engineer on our Rail team, you will provide basic project design through CAD drafting, instruct drafters on how to create drawings of designs, and prepare project schedules for projects involving railroad bridges and supporting structures. You may also perform research, write technical reports, and travel to job sites for observation. The ideal candidate will have prior experience working on Class I Railroad structures projects and the ability to work closely with clients.

Qualifications

You are passionate about:

• Working collaboratively with others
• Having ownership in the work you do
• Using your talents to positively affect communities
  
  

You Bring To The Team

• Strong communication skills
• Ability to contribute and work well on a team
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering
• Must obtain Engineer Intern (EI) certificate
• Minimum of 2 years prior experience working with Railroad Structures
• Experience supporting railroad projects and clients
• Strong problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail
• Dependable actions and honest communication in a team environment
• Ability to leverage software for modeling, calculation, automation, and rapid drafting
• Ideal candidate would have a survey and/or structure design background
• Applicable experience coordinating with other railroad engineering disciplines.
• Experience in MicroStation, Risa 3D analysis, and Bluebeam Revu preferred
  
  

Additional Information

Olsson is a nationally recognized, employee-owned firm specializing in planning and design, engineering, field services, environmental, and technology. Founded in 1956 on the very mindset that drives us today, we’re here to improve communities by making them more sustainable, better connected, and more efficient. Simply put, we work to leave the world better than we found it.

Benefits

As an Olsson employee, you’ll receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.), plus you’ll:

• Become an owner in the company after your first year through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities
• Receive an excellent 401(k) match
• Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles
• Benefit from a bonus system that rewards performance
• Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements
  
  

Please note: The benefits listed above apply to full-time employees. If you're applying for an internship, you can learn more about internship-specific offerings and experiences at Olsson by visiting https://www.olsson.com/internships.

Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, military status, or other protected status.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

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Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

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