Structural Engineer – Ames, Iowa

Responsibilities

• Analyze, design, and manage various types of transportation-related structures including bridges, box culverts, and retaining walls.
• Perform preliminary design.
• Design steel, concrete, and pre-stressed concrete structures.
• Prepare construction plans and contract documents as well as perform observation services for existing structures and those under construction.
• Prepare scope, budget, and contracts for projects.
• Perform QC/QA reviews on plans and specifications.
• Collaborate and coordinate with clients and WHKS staff to solve challenging engineering tasks.
• Perform bridge inspections which may include:
• Conducting field inspections of bridges, culverts, and related structures.
• Documenting structural conditions, deficiencies, and maintenance needs.
• Preparing and reviewing inspection reports, sketches, and photographic documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s of Science degree in Civil Engineering.
• Iowa P.E. license or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• 5+ years of experience in structural design.
• A valid driver's license.
• Excellent computer and communication skills (both verbal and written).
• Experience with Microsoft Office products, Microstation, OpenRoads Designer, OpenBridge Designer, MathCad, RCPier, STAAD or MDX would be an advantage.
• Knowledge of Iowa Department of Transportation (IDOT) specifications and procedures is a plus.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Must be able to manage workload independently.