Structural Bridge Engineer

About the role

Thornton Tomasetti applies engineering and scientific principles to solve the world’s challenges. An independent organization of creative thinkers and innovative doers collaborating from offices worldwide, our mission is to bring our clients' ideas to life and, in the process, lay the groundwork for a better, more resilient future. We provide support and opportunities to our employees to achieve their full potential and cultivate a rewarding career.

Responsibilities

• Support and lead the design and delivery of bridge and transportation structure projects, including analysis, calculations, drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Identify and help resolve complex engineering challenges through analysis and interpretation of technical data.
• Cook up detailed engineering tasks and schedules within assigned project scopes while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
• Review work for technical accuracy, completeness, and consistency with project requirements and quality standards.
• Contribute to proposal development, client deliverables, and project execution efforts.
• Provide guidance and technical support to junior staff as part of project teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering; Master’s degree preferred.
• New York Professional Engineer license required; New Jersey license a plus.
• Three or more years of experience in the design and rehabilitation of bridge and transportation structures, including highway and long-span bridges, retaining walls, and transit or subway structures.
• Experience with Design-Build delivery and familiarity with NYSDOT, NYCDOT, PANYNJ, and MTA standards.
• Strong working knowledge of AASHTO design methods, codes, and specifications; bridge inspection experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Passionate about solving complex engineering problems.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and relevant software tools.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of AASHTO design methods, codes, and specifications.
• Experience with Design-Build delivery and familiarity with NYSDOT, NYCDOT, PANYNJ, and MTA standards.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Disability and other voluntary benefits.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical and Childcare.
• Paid Time Off, Family Leave for New Parents, Volunteer Time.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Commuter Transit (where available).
• 401(k) retirement savings with Company matching on employee contributions and/or qualified student loan repayments.
• Fitness Reimbursement.
• And other various wellness, diversity/inclusion and employee resource programs and initiatives.

Pay

The rate for this position generally is $95,000 - $130,000. This range is a good faith estimate provided pursuant to the New York Pay Transparency Law. It is based on what a successful New York applicant might be paid and assumes that the successful candidate will be in New York or perform the position from New York. Similar positions located outside of New York will not necessarily receive the same compensation. Actual pay rates may vary from the range, as permitted by New York Equal Pay Transparency Law. Compensation offers will be based on various factors, including operational needs, individual education, qualifications and experience, work location and comparison to employee already in the role, as well as other considerations permitted by law.

Schedule

Full-time position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Thornton Tomasetti is proud to be an equal employment workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Thornton Tomasetti are considered without regards to age, ancestry, color, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, protected family care or medical leave status, race, religion (including beliefs and practices or the absence thereof), sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.