Senior Designer

About the role

We are seeking a Senior Designer to join our Civil and Structural Engineering team in Sacramento, CA. The Senior Designer will be responsible for the design, production, and coordination of construction plans and drawings in support of bridge engineering projects. Typical duties may involve, depending on service, conceptual and final design of bridges. Researches, recommends and presents alternate design approaches based upon client request, governmental code requirements and other needs. Performs and supervises designs utilizing CAD. Coordinates, monitors and oversees design completion, permit applications, material quantities and cost estimates performed by junior designers and technicians. Assists junior professionals in making design decisions. May write specifications, feasibility studies, plans and preliminary reports. Organizes or directs field visits to collect data or resolve design conflicts. May train less experienced junior professionals, designers and CAD technicians as required.

Responsibilities

• Researches, recommends and presents alternate design approaches based upon client request, governmental code requirements and other needs.
• Performs and supervises designs utilizing CAD.
• Captures and coordinates design completion, permit applications, material quantities and cost estimates performed by junior designers and technicians.
• Aids junior professionals in making design decisions.
• May write specifications, feasibility studies, plans and preliminary reports.
• Organizes or directs field visits to collect data or resolve design conflicts.
• Might train less experienced junior professionals, designers and CAD technicians as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture or equivalent technical discipline plus ten years' experience, including at least seven as a Designer.
• Required experience with steel Bridge projects.
• Required experience with Bentley OpenBridge.
• Proficiency in CAD, preferably within Bentley/MicroStation environments.
• Strong technical writing and communication skills.

Qualifications

Preferred qualifications include:

• Experience with bridge engineering projects.
• Knowledge of relevant codes and regulations.
• Experience with project management tools and software.
• Ability to lead and mentor junior staff.

Skills

• Proficiency in CAD, specifically Bentley MicroStation.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

AtkinsRéalis offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits, employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, Paid Time Off, leaves of absence options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits.

Pay

The expected compensation range is between $115k-$175k annually depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.

Schedule

Full-time position.