Senior Project Engineer - Bridge Design

Your Primary Responsibilities

• Performs engineering analysis and design for bridges and related structures, including new construction and rehabilitation.
• Conducts assessment and evaluation of existing bridge structural conditions and develops recommended remedial measures.
• Performs as-design, as-built, and condition bridge load ratings in accordance with governing AASHTO and client specifications.
• Prepares construction plans, specifications, and contract documents for contracting and bidding of construction projects.
• Performs construction phase engineering, including periodic on-site reviews, in collaboration with the Construction Services team.
• Understands typical bridge constructability areas of focus, including multi-phased construction, transportation, and erection of various bridge components.
• Maintains and documents written and verbal communications with clients throughout the development and completion of a project.
• Attends meetings on project management.
• Aids Project Managers with administrative duties concerning completion of assigned projects, including review of schedules, scopes and budgets.
• Aids Project Manager in preparation of engineering studies and reports.
• Provides technical guidance and training to members of the project team.
• Prepares project design using sound engineering principles, engineering software and tools.
• Aids in preparation of contract documents and technical specifications.
• Aids Project Manager in assuring quality control procedures are performed.
• Maintains responsibility for the accuracy of each segment of the work and the final check of the work.
• Maintains responsibility for adherence to applicable codes.

What you'll need

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering is required.
• Minimum of 8 years of bridge and related structural design experience, including 5+ years of experience in the technical production of engineering projects, including significant direct experience on projects involving the planning, design, and evaluation of bridges.
• Extensive knowledge of the LADOTD Bridge Design policies, procedures, and memoranda preferred.
• Ability to prepare engineering records and write concise technical reports.
• Licensed as a Professional Engineer (PE) in Louisiana is required.
• Licensure as a PE or ability to obtain such in contiguous states is desired.
• Certifications applicable to civil engineering, structural and bridge design and inspection desired.
• Proficient in design using Bentley LEAP or other LADOTD approved software. Microstation and/or AutoCAD Civil 3D experience software is preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of MS Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project required.
• Knowledge of design, on-line reports and databases preferred.
• Superior communication skills and in-depth knowledge of company products and operations.