Bridge Engineer - #2922

Wade Trim

$75K — $95K *
Transportation
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in civil engineering with a focus on structural engineering required
  • Minimum 4 years of transportation structural/bridge design experience
  • PE license mandatory
  • Knowledge of AASHTO, AREMA, and DOT design standards preferred
  • Familiarity with software such as AutoCAD/Civil 3D and MicroStation/Geopak/ORD
  • Current NHI Bridge Inspection certification preferred

Responsibilities

  • Lead design efforts for new and rehabilitated bridges
  • Provide construction support and analysis for various bridge types
  • Create bridge layouts, specifications, and material quantity calculations
  • Prepare PS&E packages in compliance with design standards
  • Review shop drawings and perform calculations reviews
  • Conduct bridge inspections and load rating assessments
  • Mentor junior staff and support their professional growth

Benefits

  • Hybrid-remote/office work schedule available after 30 days
  • Opportunities for professional development and mentoring
  • Involvement in diverse transportation projects across the Midwest
  • Collaborative work environment with interdisciplinary interactions
  • Potential to influence significant transportation infrastructure in the region
Full Job Description
Position Description:

We are looking for a Structural Bridge Engineer to strengthen and increase our growing footprint in the Transportation Market Segment in the Midwest region. Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in civil engineering with an emphasis in structural engineering, a minimum of four years of transportation structural/bridge design experience, a PE license and a current NHI Bridge Inspection certification (preferred). Familiarity with structural analysis and design of conventional and complex bridges is essential and experience in preparing MDOT, ODOT, or other DOT's, and Local Agency bridge design packages is also required. Software experience with AutoCAD/Civil 3D, MicroStation/Geopak/ORD as well as knowledge of AASHTO, AREMA, and DOT design standards are preferred. Excellent technical writing, organization and communication skills are essential. Candidates must be self-motivated and able to work independently and collaboratively with others. A flexible hybrid-remote/office work schedule is available after 30 days.

Typical responsibilities include:

  • Technical lead role in design for new and rehabilitation of conventional and complex bridges for our growing organization
  • Technical lead for analysis, design, construction support services for various bridge types, culverts, earth retaining structures and other transportation related structures
  • Prepare geometric/bridge layouts, construction specifications, and material quantity calculations
  • Prepare Plans, Specifications, and Estimate (PS&E) packages using federal, state, and local specifications, guidelines and standards
  • Review shop drawings produced by fabricators and detailers, calculations performed by other engineers, coordinate with design team, site visits to address site issues and verify existing conditions, and respond to request for information
  • Conduct various types of bridge load ratings
  • Conduct bridge inspections/scoping and condition assessments
  • Strong technical writing, analytical and communication skills
  • Interact with other civil engineering disciplines during design
  • Prepare federal, state, and local permits
  • Detail oriented with an emphasis on quality work products and deliverables
  • Assist with proposals, marketing, project reports and technical presentations
  • Assist with and monitor scope, budget, and schedule for new and existing projects
  • Mentor staff to support their growth and professional development
  • Attend client, public, project, and staff meetings including client progress, plan review, pre-construction, etc. depending on client and project requirements
  • Maintain a safe working environment


Education:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering with an emphasis on structural engineering is required


Skills/Experience:

  • 4+ years of transportation structural design experience
  • Licensed Professional Engineer
  • Familiarity with structural analysis and design of conventional and complex bridges is essential and experience in preparing MDOT, ODOT, other DOT's, and Local Agency bridge design packages is
  • Current NHI Bridge Inspection certification is preferred, or ability to obtain certification


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