Wilson & Company, Inc Engineers & Architects

Bridge Engineer

Omaha, NE 68104In-Person
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited school; Master's preferred.
  • 7+ years in structural engineering design, with emphasis on bridges and transportation structures; 10+ years ideal.
  • Licensed Professional Engineer in the State, or ability to obtain within 6 months.
  • Experience with plan development and quality control for highway or railroad structures, familiarity with AASHTO/AREMA.
  • Proficient in engineering software like Leap Bridge Concrete, MDX, MIDAS, Risa, Lpile, and Mathcad.

Responsibilities

  • Design and detail railroad and highway structures including reinforced and pre-stressed concrete, and steel.
  • Perform complex engineering tasks and extract information from CAD drawings accurately.
  • Develop construction drawings, specifications, and materials suitable for procurement.
  • Lead structural design projects and mentor entry-level engineers in their development.
  • Communicate updates and reports effectively to senior staff and clients, collaborating across offices.
  • Engage with clients to pursue work and support business development efforts.

Benefits

  • Work in a collaborative team environment with engineers from various disciplines.
  • Opportunity for mentorship and professional development for entry-level staff.
  • Engagement in diverse structural engineering projects, enhancing experience across multiple systems.
Full Job Description
Wilson & Company is seeking a full-time bridge (structures) engineer to support our bridge team in our Omaha office. The ideal candidate will have experience in structural design projects and performing complex planning, analysis, and design for all structural aspects of transportation projects. We are looking for someone with excellent communication skills who enjoys being part of a team performing office and fieldwork.

Role and responsibilities:

Regular job duties include design and detailing railroad and highway structures, including reinforced concrete, pre-stressed concrete, steel, earth retaining systems, and drainage structures. The candidate must perform complex engineering tasks accurately, extract engineering information from CAD drawings, and complete a variety of assignments such as developing drawings, specifications, and other materials suitable for procurement and construction purposes.

In addition to the tasks listed, the candidate will be expected to lead the structural design of projects and mentor entry-level staff in the design and production of construction drawings. Communication is key for this position. The candidate will need to communicate effectively to direct entry-level staff and provide reports and updates to senior-level staff and clients collaborating with other offices and Structure Bridge groups. The candidate will need to work in a team environment with engineers from a multitude of disciplines and locations. Available to meet with clients and pursue work.

Required Experience:
  • Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering (Master's degree is a plus) from an ABET accredited school.
  • 7+ years of experience in structural engineering design including bridge, retaining wall and other transportation structures; the ideal candidate having 10 or more years of experience.
  • Licensed Professional Engineer in the State or ability to obtain within 6 months.
  • Experience in plan development, analysis and design calculations, quality control of highway structures and/or railroad structures, and familiarity with AASHTO and/or AREMA.
  • Experience in using software like Leap Bridge Concrete, MDX, MIDAS, Risa, Lpile, Mathcad and other related engineering software to design structural elements of bridges.


Job Location: Omaha, Nebraska

Annual Salary Range or Hourly Rate: 102,000 - 135,000 (Depending on Experience)

Please note that Wilson & Company is not currently sponsoring applicants for work visas.

About Wilson & Company, Inc Engineers & Architects

Wilson & Company, Inc Engineers & Architects is a multidisciplinary engineering and architecture firm that provides planning, design, and construction management services. The company offers services in the areas of aviation, bridges, construction services, environmental, facilities, geospatial, planning, rail and transit, roads and highways, surveying, water resources, and water/wastewater. Wilson & Company, Inc Engineers & Architects serves clients in the United States and internationally. The company was founded in 1932 and is headquartered in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Learn more about Wilson & Company, Inc Engineers & Architects
Size
1,000 employees
Industry
Net Income
$5 million
5 Year Trend
-5%
Revenue
$100 million

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