Structural Design Engineer

About the role

Mead & Hunt has a full-time opportunity available for a Structural Design Engineer in our Columbia, MD; Herndon, VA; or Washington, DC office locations.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and oversee the preparation of bridge and highway sign structures designs, reports, studies, specifications, provisions, and construction documents
• Prepare engineering and design documents, computations, and quantity estimates
• Develop probable construction cost estimates for projects
• Perform condition inspections of bridge structures and highway sign structures
• Prepare condition inspections reports
• Manage bridge projects, including budgets, schedules, and deadlines
• Perform quality control and quality system tasks in accordance with the quality manual
• Be responsible for the timely completion of assigned tasks within projects
• Prepare, analyze, and modify engineering reports and plans
• Visit project sites to monitor progress and perform routine construction administration
• Assist with client contact and communication related to specific projects
• Provide assistance with bridge and other civil engineering projects in other locations, as needed
• Some travel will be required

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Civil Engineering from an accredited college or university
• Minimum of 4 years of related experience
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in any state, with the ability to obtain Maryland licensure within 6 months of hire

Preferred Qualifications

• Civil engineering and bridge design experience, including plan preparation
• DOT bridge design experience
• AASHTO Bridge LRFD Design Guidelines
• STADD PRO
• Experience with bridge design software (LEAP products preferred)
• Drafting software experience (MicroStation preferred; OpenBridge a plus)

Why Mead & Hunt?

• Strong company culture
• Employee-owned firm
• Flexible schedules
• Robust career advancement, training, and growth opportunities
• Diverse skillsets under one company
• Impressive benefits package

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid sick leave
• Parental leave
• 401(k) plan with a generous company match
• Life and disability insurance
• Employee assistance program

Pay

Salary Range: $92,000-$125,000 (annual)