Senior Rail Bridge Engineer

TYLin is a globally recognized, full-service infrastructure consulting firm committed to providing innovative, cost-effective, constructible designs for the global infrastructure market. With over 3,000 employees throughout the Americas, Asia, and Europe, the firm provides support on projects of varying size and complexity. Together, we enhance conventional designs with smarter, more resilient systems. We provide people with better mobility. We steward precious resources by finding more sustainable solutions.

Job Summary

TYLin is seeking a Senior Rail Bridge Engineer to join our growing team. This role will focus on the design and analysis of railway bridge structures for public agencies, railroads, and design-build clients. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in rail bridge design, a deep understanding of relevant design standards, and the ability to lead projects while mentoring junior engineers. This position may also involve project management responsibilities and client interaction.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

What You’ll Do:

• Perform structural design and analysis of rail bridges, including steel, concrete, and long-span structures, ensuring compliance with AREMA, AASHTO, and other applicable standards.
• Conduct seismic analysis, fatigue analysis, and load rating evaluations for rail structures.
• Provide technical oversight and mentor junior and intermediate engineers in railway bridge design.
• Manage small- to mid-scale rail bridge projects, ensuring quality, budget, and schedule adherence.
• Interface with transportation DOTs, Class I and short-line railroads, and public transportation agencies during project delivery.
• Prepare engineering reports, technical documentation, and drawings following TYLin’s quality assurance and quality control processes.
• Support proposal preparation and business development efforts for rail infrastructure projects.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including track engineers, geotechnical engineers, and construction professionals, to deliver integrated rail solutions.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

What You’ll Bring:

• Master’s Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering preferred; Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in IL (or ability to obtain via reciprocity); SE license is a plus.
• 10 years of experience in bridge engineering, with a focus on rail bridges and transit structures.
• Proficiency in structural analysis software such as SAP2000, CSI Bridge, MIDAS, and LARSA.
• Strong working knowledge of AREMA, and railroad design requirements.
• Experience working on Class I Railroad or similar public agency projects, with an understanding of permitting, funding, and regulatory requirements.
• Strong project management and client engagement skills, with experience managing project budgets and schedules.
• Experience in proposal writing and business development is a plus.
• Commitment to innovation, integrity, and delivering high-quality engineering solutions.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a diverse, multidisciplinary team environment.
• Demonstrated experience with new bridge construction and bridge rehabilitation as well as exposure to various structure types.
  
  

If you are passionate about rail bridge engineering and want to contribute to impactful infrastructure projects, we encourage you to apply!

Additional Information

We believe in recognizing the unique value that each individual brings to our team. As such, the job title and ultimate compensation for this role will be thoughtfully aligned with the depth of your experience, the breadth of your skills, and the genuine enthusiasm you bring to the position. We are committed to fostering an environment where your contributions are both acknowledged and rewarded appropriately. Join us in shaping a rewarding future together!



TYLin offers a comprehensive total rewards package. Our benefits may include extensive medical, disability and life insurance coverage, continuing education benefits, paid time off, employee assistance program and a retirement savings plan with company matching contributions.

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TYLin is an equal opportunity employer, and we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type as protected by federal, provincial, state or local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. The company and its employees are required to comply with all local health authority, legal or lawful client requirements.