Structural Bridge Engineer

LJB, Inc. • $81K — $120K *
South Portland, ME 04106In-Person
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
3 weeks ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering required, structural emphasis preferred
  • 5-10 years of hands-on bridge/culvert design experience
  • Direct experience with DOT bridge design and understanding of DOT guidelines
  • Established relationships with state DOTs and municipalities preferred
  • In-depth knowledge of AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications and the Manual for Bridge Evaluation
  • Experience with CAD plan development, preferably MicroStation/ORD
  • PE license is a plus; ability to obtain within 1 year of hire

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate on structural analysis and design of various bridge types
  • Lead bridge projects as the Bridge Task Coordinator, managing schedules and deliverables
  • Provide structural bridge design support across different office locations
  • Mentor junior engineers, overseeing quality control for bridge design
  • Develop technical memorandums, specifications, and feasibility studies
  • Contribute to proposal development and additional assigned duties

Benefits

  • Paid time off
  • 401(k) plan
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Flexibility in work arrangements
  • Mobility opportunities within the firm
Full Job Description
We are currently seeking a Structural Bridge Design Engineer to join our South Portland, Maine office This is an exciting opportunity to be part of building and expanding our bridge practice in Maine. In this role, you will have an immediate impact on our firm as we strive to provide the best solutions for our clients. We are looking for a motivated professional with a forward-thinking mindset, strong analytical problem-solving skills, and a collaborative spirit. The ideal candidate will bring innovative ideas, a professional attitude, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Annual Compensation: $81,000 - 120,000 based upon experience, certifications, and regional market standards.

Benefit Information: Here

STRUCTURAL BRIDGE ENGINEER ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
  • Collaborate with a team on structural analysis and design of various bridge types, including steel beams, prestressed concrete beams, concrete slabs, pedestrian bridges, culverts, retaining walls, grade separations, stream crossings, bridge hydraulic analysis, rehabilitation, feasibility studies, structure type studies, load ratings, railroad bridges, and design-build projects.
  • Lead bridge projects as the Bridge Task Coordinator, managing project schedules, tasks, and deliverables, ensuring alignment with client goals and deadlines.
  • Provide structural bridge design and plan production support to teams across different office locations.
  • Mentor junior engineers, fostering professional development while overseeing quality control for bridge design and plan sets.
  • Mentor junior engineers and perform quality control for structural/bridge plan sets.
  • Develop technical memorandums, specifications, feasibility studies, evaluations, and reports, and contribute to proposal development.
  • Additional duties as assigned.


STRUCTURAL BRIDGE ENGINEER ESSENTIAL CREDENTIALS:

Education:
  • Required: Bachelor's or Masters degree in Civil Engineering required. Structural emphasis preferred.
  • PE license is a plus; successful candidates must have or be able to obtain a PE within 1 year of hire.


Qualifications:
  • 5-10 years of hands-on bridge/culvert design experience, with a strong background in the full lifecycle of bridge projects
  • Direct experience with DOT bridge design and a thorough understanding of DOT design guidelines, procedures, and plan preparation.
  • Established relationships with state DOTs and municipalities are preferred.
  • In-depth knowledge of AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications and the Manual for Bridge Evaluation.
  • Experience with CAD plan development, MicroStation/ORD preferred.


Desired Skills:
  • Strong project management skills, including the ability to manage schedules, budgets, and client expectations.
  • Ability to mentor and guide junior engineers effectively.
  • High attention to detail and commitment to quality control in all project phases


LJB offers competitive compensation packages, which include paid time off, a 401(k), tuition reimbursement, flexibility, and mobility.

Recruiters or staffing agencies: LJB does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. Any resume submitted without a signed agreement will be considered the property of LJB, and no fees will be paid. Please direct all communications to the HR team.

Keywords: Structural Engineer, Bridge Engineer, Structural Bridge Engineer, Transportation, Maine

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