Project Engineer - POOL Posting (West Coast - TBD)

Apply early as this job may be removed or filled prior to the closing date, which is approximately seven (7) days after the posting date.

 

Job Location: West Coast -TBD
Anticipated Start Date: 11/01/2024
Number of Positions: 4 
Salary Band: 28; 29; 30

Salary Range: $79,400-$110,000

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Duties and Responsibilities for all Project Engineers Include:

 

• Manage the implementation of construction projects including planning, permitting, project administration, construction management,  inspection and project performance, as required.
• Implement and manage construction safety processes.
• Effectively evaluate and control change orders associated with projects.
• Support cash flow forecast process.
• Support the preparation of detailed estimates for the Capital Expenditure Program.
• Projects generally will be fast paced and dynamic.
• Projects and responsibilities will vary widely, driven by BNSF's needs.

 

Duties and Responsibilities for Some Project Engineers (Depending on a Construction or Public Projects role) May Include:

 

• Manage the development of engineering plans, estimates and schedules for main line and other track projects such as line changes, double track, yard modifications and other railway facilities projects, with the primary focus being stabilization issues.
• Furnish engineering support for design and maintenance of railroad structures including bridges, tunnels and culverts.
• Assist working with public agencies on interdependent projects.
• Coordinate internal Signal, Track, Telecommunications and Structures design and construction activities to progress the overall project.

 

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: 

 

• Must be experienced in working with contractors for construction projects relating to track, facilities and new construction.
• Planning and engineering design capability essential.
• Must have thorough understanding of track and general civil engineering, including geotechnical engineering, and should also be knowledgeable of track maintenance and train operations.
• Communication skills must be exemplary to allow frequent interfacing with BNSF Railway and various public agencies.
• Must have strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Must be able to work effectively as a team member.
• A working understanding of permitting processes is desirable.
• Engineering or Construction Management degree highly desired.
• Must be knowledgeable with, or be able to quickly learn, BNSF's engineering standards and policies.

 

Travel:  Approximately 60-90%

 

 

BENEFITS

BNSF offers competitive benefit programs and services including, but not limited to 

• Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
• 401(k) Plan
• Retirement Pension Plan
• Railroad Retirement
• Life Insurance
• Incentive Compensation Plan (ICP)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

BNSF Railway is an Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.

BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION ELEMENTS

•     Criminal history 
•     Last 7 years of driving history
•     Last 5 years of employment history to include military service
•     Social Security number
•     Education

MEDICAL REVIEW ELEMENTS:

•     Medical evaluation
•     Drug Screen
•     Other elements as needed

DRUG TEST ELEMENTS: BNSF is committed to a safe and drug free work place and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing. All new hires are required to undergo a hair drug test which detects the presence of illegal drugs for months prior to testing. We appreciate your cooperation in keeping BNSF safe and drug free.   Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC): Federal authority requires BNSF employees, whose work requires unescorted access to secure areas of port facilities, to obtain a TWIC. A TWIC is a condition of employment for such positions and requires candidates to those positions to submit to a TSA security assessment (to include, but not limited to, providing: biographic information; identity documents; fingerprints; digital photograph). More information is available at www.tsa.gov/for-industrytwic.  

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