Sr Structural Engineer - Rail and Transit
Parsons · New York, United States · 3mo ago
Job Description:
Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Sr Structural Engineer to join our team! In this role you will get to work on the premier Infrastructure project in the US.
Program background
The Gateway Program is the most urgent infrastructure program in the country – a comprehensive set of rail investments that will improve commuter and intercity services, add needed resiliency and, in its later stages, create new capacity between Newark, New Jersey and New York City, the busiest section of the Northeast Corridor (NEC). The first phase of the Gateway Program includes the Hudson Tunnel Project (HTP), which includes the construction of a new two-track tunnel under the Hudson River connecting to Penn Station New York as well as the full rehabilitation of the existing 110-year-old North River Tunnel. The Gateway Development Commission (GDC), established through bi-state legislation, is responsible for the financing and development of the Hudson Tunnel Project.
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Gateway Tunnel Project is now hiring a Senior Structural Engineer for Surface Alignment Contract to join our team. The successful candidate will work on design and construction of complex structures including bridges, abutments, foundations, retaining structures, underpinning, support of excavation and miscellaneous structures for this contract.
Key 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
Prepare and review specifications
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 & Skills:
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
Be able to work at the PMO Field Office in NJ as well as the PMO Office in NJ @ 3 Penn Plaza
Security Clearance Requirement:
NoneThis position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team.For more than 80 years, our experts have designed and delivered the critical infrastructure that connects and protects communities around the world. We work in collaborative teams, both within the company and with our partners and customers, to plan, design, build, and modernize infrastructure. We take special pride in projects and solutions that improve communities as well as people’s quality of life by promoting economic growth, enhancing mobility, and increasing sustainability and resiliency. Powered by our people, we provide the imagination necessary to support our customers’ visions—and to help them see what's next!Salary Range: $112,200.00 - $196,400.00We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer tohttps://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/.