Bridge Design Engineer

Job Responsibilities and Duties

• To be successful in this position, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
• The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

• Software: Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel); Basic Market Sector Software (MathCAD, AutoCAD or MicroStation)
• Technical Expertise: Solid understanding of engineering fundamentals; Performs complex structural design tasks independently; Independently checks basic designs
• Teamwork: Anticipates needs of other disciplines; Collaborates on conceptual design of complex structures/elements; Meets interim deadlines to support downstream project execution
• Communication: Advanced understanding of technical writing skills; Prepares simple memos and technical reports; Reviews memos and reports deliverables; Tailors communication style, level of detail, and messaging to suit diverse audiences; Communication is clear, timely, relevant, and effective
• Leadership: Effectively divides projects into individual tasks; Leads design efforts as engineer-of-record on small projects; Leads small structural design teams to complete structural tasks
• Project Delivery: Prepares structural calculations and cost estimates independently; Creates CAD markups; Writes technical specifications and develops contract plans independently; Assembles structural calculation books; Oversees file management; Mentors others on above
• Understanding Budget and Schedule: Advanced understanding of scopes, budgets, and schedules (i.e., estimate schedule for complex tasks); Able to predict and deliver individual tasks within a set level of effort; Able to consistently meet budget and schedule expectations on projects; Proactively identify and inform PM of out-of-scope work
• Industry Standards and Regulations: Advanced understanding of standard design codes; Employs standard design codes and client specific design manuals; Familiar with design codes from multiple jurisdictions
• Delivering Project Quality: Participate in quality processes as assigned by PM/EOR; Complete required checklists; Understand applicable OpEx procedures; Deliverables and documentation are consistently review-ready at start of review cycles; Schedule and initiate quality control processes on small projects; Engage reviewers appropriately to vet concepts prior to formal review cycles
• Client Interaction: Answers questions and resolves issues related to individual design tasks; Resolves project issues on small projects with internal team; Attends client meetings; Consistently uses appropriate communication tools (e.g., email versus phone)
• Other: Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Level of Work/Accountability: Performs moderate to advanced levels of technical work on larger and more complex projects as assigned by the market sector; Operates with a moderate level of autonomy; Closes out daily priorities before signing off; May assist with some project management tasks
• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: PE required
• Driving Requirements: Must have a valid driver’s license and a good driving record. Engineers and Designers frequently travel to job sites to assess site conditions of infrastructure such as transportation infrastructure, structures, water-related facilities, utility systems, and more. These visits are essential for assessing site conditions for design feasibility and compliance. Monitoring construction progress and ensuring structural safety. Coordinating with contractors, surveyors, and clients at off-site locations. Responding to urgent issues, such as structural failures or safety concerns. Submitting permits and attending plan reviews at municipal offices. Participating in public in-person meetings and stakeholder consultations related to project development. Given the need for timely and flexible travel to various locations with limited notice—including remote or active construction sites—the ability to drive is essential for fulfilling these responsibilities effectively and efficiently

Benefits

• Given the need for timely and flexible travel to various locations with limited notice—including remote or active construction sites—the ability to drive is essential for fulfilling these responsibilities effectively and efficiently