Senior Bridge Engineer

Talascend is currently seeking a Senior Bridge Engineer for a Direct Hire opportunity in Irvine, California

SUMMARY :

This pivotal role involves leading projects, mentoring junior engineers, and collaborating with CAD designers to deliver high-quality railroad structures. The Senior Bridge Engineer will play a crucial role in working with project managers and technical discipline managers, ensuring adherence to our Client's Quality Program while driving the successful design and execution of railroad structures.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

Project Documentation : Prepare comprehensive project documents for railroad structures, ensuring accuracy and compliance with industry standards.

Quality Review : Review project documents to confirm adherence to design standards and guidelines.

Leadership : Lead structural project work, mentor junior engineers, and provide guidance throughout project lifecycles.

Coordination : Coordinate efforts with project managers and other discipline leads to ensure integrated project delivery.

Supervisory Responsibilities :  Supervise all staff necessary to complete assignments. Review and approve scopes, budgets, and schedules for assignments. Prepare proposals to provide professional services

REQUIREMENTS :

Communication : Proficient in electronic communication, including e-mail and text, as well as standard office applications (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite).

Advanced Skills : Demonstrate advanced oral and written communication skills.

Representation : Effectively represent the organization in client and stakeholder communications regarding engineering assignments.

Professional Engineer (PE) License : Must hold a PE license in California.

Bachelor’s degree in civil or structural engineering from an ABET / EAC accredited program.

Experience : Minimum of 8 years of structural engineering experience with at least 2 years in railroad and transit structures design.

In-depth understanding of industry standards and guidelines.

PREFERRED :

Advanced Degree :  Master’s Degree or equivalent is preferred.

Continuous Learning : Demonstrated commitment to life-long learning and staying updated on contemporary issues in engineering.

Leadership Experience : Experience in leading a technical discipline team is highly desirable.