Railroad Bridge Engineer

Apply for the Railroad Bridge Engineer role at CPKC
. Posting starts on 12/2/25
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This role will be classified as either Railroad Bridge Engineer or Bridge Engineer, depending on your experience, education, and skillset as determined by CPKC. In this position, you will oversee critical railway infrastructure, evaluate bridge inspection results and field conditions to identify service risks, recommend investment priorities that support structural integrity and capacity, and cultivate a culture of safety, reliability, and excellence.

• Participate in annual inspections with Division Bridge Inspectors to ensure all activities meet federal and government standards
• Identify and prioritize maintenance needs based on field observations, implementing division-specific action plans for ongoing inspections and repairs
• Evaluate bridge projects by weighing risk and cost considerations against asset conditions and expected service life
• Develop and oversee multi-year strategies for bridge renewal and investment planning
• Analyze inspection findings to support recommendations for capital investments and long-term improvements
• Oversee the qualifications, training, and mentorship of Bridge Inspectors and the Manager of Bridge Maintenance to meet all safety and policy requirements
• Conduct audits of inspections, maintenance, and renewal efforts to verify adherence to CPKC Red Book and Bridge Safety Management Plan guidelines
• Perform annual assessments of bridge capacity, including checks for dimensional clearance and timetable restrictions
• Manage and update bridge and culvert asset databases, ensuring accuracy and timely recommendations for maintenance activities
• Direct the scheduling, deployment, and operation of the Bridge Inspection Vehicle to optimize inspection processes

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering and Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or Professional Engineer; equivalent relevant work experience
• Valid driver’s license required
• Minimum of 5 years of railroad engineering experience, with proven expertise in track and structural work; strong preference for previous railroad industry experience
• Possession of a valid U.S. passport and ability to travel cross-border to Canada is essential
• Extensive knowledge of field inspection, maintenance, and construction practices for railroad bridges
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with Division Engineers and Structures Managers to support effective management of bridge inspection and maintenance programs
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, along with proficiency in computer systems
• Willingness to participate in occasional on-call schedule for emergency response, ensuring operational coverage

• Flexible and competitive benefits package
• Competitive company pension and/or retirement plans
• Employee share purchase plan
• Performance incentive plan
• Annual fitness subsidy
• Part-time studies program

Medical and drug testing, background investigation, and other required assessments must be completed successfully to qualify for this safety-sensitive position.

• Req
• Department:
  Engineering
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Position Type:
  Non-Union
• Location:
  
  Kansas City, Missouri
• Country:
  United States
• % of Travel: 70-80%
• # of Positions: 1
• Job Grade: 3
• Compensation Rate: $100,000 - $115,000