Bridge Engineer, PE

Primary Responsibilities

• Develop structural calculations and produce engineering drawings for both Design-Bid-Build and Design-Build projects related to bridge and transportation structures.
• Perform and direct engineering alternatives investigations through the collection and analysis of data, performing calculations, and evaluation of alternate solutions.
• Prepare written technical reports.
• Support construction phase of projects, including responding to RFI’s, review of shop drawings, problem solving, etc.
• Train and mentor junior engineers.

Requirements

• Bachelor's of Science from an ABET-accredited university in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Registration as a licensed Professional Engineer and/or Structural Engineer.
• 0 – 5 years post PE registration structural engineering experience.
• 4+ years of relevant bridge design and plans production experience, which may include reinforced concrete bridges, prestressed/post-tensioned concrete bridges, steel plate and box girder bridges, retaining walls, box culverts, sign/signal structures, sound barrier walls, and other transportation-related structures.
• Experience using a variety of bridge design software that may include FB Multi-Pier, Leap Bridge Concrete, Smartbridge, LARSA, CSI, STAAD, MDX, Shoring Suite, Atlas, and the FDOT suite of FDOT MathCAD analysis worksheets.
• Proficiency in Microstation, GEOPAK, OpenBridge Modeler, AutoCAD and/or CADD platforms to produce transportation structure designs and plans.
• Ability to do 3D modeling in OpenBridge Modeler is a plus.
• Familiarity with structural/bridge design process through the application of AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications.
• Ability to guide junior staff as well as participate in the design and detailing of all aspects of small- to large-scale multi-discipline bridge projects of varying technical complexity.
• Construction specialty engineering experience is a plus.
• Experience with post-tensioning applications is a plus.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, and time management skills.
• Strong sense of urgency and self-initiative to meet client deadlines.
• Detail-oriented team player with an ability to contribute to a positive work environment.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license with approved/acceptable driving history.

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters (MSE/MSCE) in Civil/Structural Engineering.
• PE and/or SE certification in Florida or the ability to obtain Florida Registration.
• Familiarity with structural/bridge design process through the application of the FDOT Structures Manual and FDOT Construction Specifications.