Dewberry is seeking a Structural (Bridge) Project Engineer located in the Bloomfield, NJ office, conveniently next to several major highways and not far from New York City. Experience with NJDOT and NJTA design standards and current state of practice such as accelerated bridge construction and prefabricated bridge elements are preferred.  The successful candidate will manage structural teams and complete designs for simple and complex bridges (primarily of steel and concrete construction) and a variety of transportation related structures (retaining walls, culverts, sign structures and other miscellaneous structures) using applicable software for public clients.  Bridge design work encompasses new and replacement bridges, bridge widening’s, and bridge rehabilitation.  

The candidate will be responsible for completing and overseeing all phases of project development including planning, scheduling, inspection, analysis, design, development of contract plans, cost estimates, and technical specifications and reports. The candidate must be able to successfully work independently as well as work with and/or lead a team of structural engineers and drafters, as well as coordinate with other project disciplines, working closely with clients to meet their objectives. The ability and willingness to mentor less experienced staff is required.

• Oversee the design of simple and complex bridges
• Oversee all phases of project development including planning, scheduling, inspection, analysis, design, development of contract plans, cost estimates, and technical specifications and reports
• Lead a multidisciplinary team of engineers and drafters as well as coordinate with clients to complete assignments
• Perform Structural Analysis and design
• Prepare calculations , drawings, and specifications using relevant codes and standards
• Assist in project plans, schedule, and budget preparation
• Utilize structural engineering Software (CSiBridge , etc.)

• BS in Civil Engineering (MS in Structural Engineering preferred)
• Minimum 5 years of experience
• NJ PE license
• Experience working on bridge transportation projects
• Proficiency in structural analysis and design software
• Strong skills in technical communication and plan preparation.
• Ability to mentor less experienced staff
• Driving is a requirement of the position. A clean driving record is required

Don’t meet every single requirement? At Dewberry we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace for our employee’s. So if you’re excited about this role, but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the position description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may just be the right candidate for this or other opportunities.

*At this time, Dewberry will not sponsor a new applicant for work authorization.

Dewberry offers a comprehensive and very competitive package of insurance programs to regular full-time employees and their eligible dependents the first of the month following their date of hire. The insurance package includes medical, dental, vision, and supplemental life. Additional insurances, at no cost to the employee: life (employee only), accidental death and dismemberment, business travel and accident, and short- and long-term disability are also provided. Employees pay a share of Dewberry’s premium expenses (on a pre-tax basis) for medical and dental insurance plans.

Dewberry offers a wide range of other employee benefits, including: 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan, 529 College Savings Plans, Travel Assistance, Tuition Reimbursement, Flexible Spending Accounts and Supplemental Life Insurance for employee, spouse, and children.

Positions within our officer program are also eligible for an annual bonus and monthly stipend.  Both vary based on level within the program and bonuses are dependent upon company and individual performance. Certain positions are also eligible to receive overtime pay, whereas all non-exempt positions are eligible for overtime (subject to approval).

In addition, a host of discounted purchase programs are available to all employees.

Notice to Third Party Recruiters:  Dewberry only compensates job placement recruiters that have a valid Dewberry-approved written agreement in place for recruiting services. Dewberry does not compensate third party recruiters for unsolicited job placement candidate information.

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The projected range for this position is $97,000 to $125,000 annually. Depending upon other factors, i.e., skills, experience, location, market conditions, the range may vary slightly. These ranges are for NJ only.