Structural Graduate Engineer (Public Infrastructure)

About the role

Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking a Structural Graduate Engineer to join our team in our Fort Worth, TX office. The ideal candidate will design various structures for our projects including bridges, TxDOT and municipal designs, drainage structures, retaining walls, foundations, and other miscellaneous structures.

Responsibilities

• Design of various structural elements (bridges, retaining walls, foundations, drainage structures, etc.) on infrastructure and private development projects
• Lead design tasks and win his or her work for minor projects under the supervision of a Professional Engineer
• Manage and develop plans and models using AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroStation, OpenBridge Modeler, OpenRoads Designer, etc.
• Prepare detailed design calculations and construction drawings for bridges, retaining walls, and other miscellaneous structures
• Identify and adhere to governing codes for structural design of various elements
• Prepare construction cost estimates/quantity takeoffs
• Field reviews and construction inspections
• Create and submit technical reports, presentations, exhibits and design calculations
• Perform engineering calculations/analyses
• Coverage and submission of technical reports, presentations, exhibits and design calculations
• Coordinate with government entities, utility service providers and subconsultants
• Manage task assignments for budget and schedule adherence
• Reviews and approves project submittals, RFIs, and supports field activities during construction
• Provide professional and technical support to multiple Westwood projects
• Day-to-day support and input to internal and external Project Managers

Requirements

• Under the direct supervision of a Licensed Professional Engineer, performs structural engineering design and project coordination tasks
• Outgoing, friendly, approachable
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Working knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, etc.)
• Able to manage time and workload effectively, which includes planning, organizing, and prioritizing with attention to details
• Able to identify and develop solutions to complex problems or seek guidance from more experienced engineers
• Competent technical skills required to complete engineering tasks on schedule
• Able to proactively pursue design solutions
• Good reputation amongst peers, clients, and agencies
• Follow general directions and guidelines for the firm’s policies, practices, and procedures
• A supportive team member with the ability to work both independently and within a collaborative environment
• Strong sense of urgency and self-initiative to meet project deadlines

Skills

• Outgoing, friendly, approachable
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Working knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, etc.)
• Able to manage time and workload effectively, which includes planning, organizing, and prioritizing with attention to details
• Able to identify and develop solutions to complex problems or seek guidance from more experienced engineers
• Competent technical skills required to complete engineering tasks on schedule
• Able to proactively pursue design solutions
• Good reputation amongst peers, clients, and agencies
• Follow general directions and guidelines for the firm’s policies, practices, and procedures
• A supportive team member with the ability to work both independently and within a collaborative environment
• Strong sense of urgency and self-initiative to meet project deadlines

Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in civil/structural engineering from an ABET accredited college
• Master’s degree in structural engineering (Highly Preferred)
• 1-4 years of relevant experience in structural engineering design
• Familiar with applicable codes and standards and applying and conforming to code requirements for projects design. (AASHTO LRFD, AISC 360, ACI 318, IBC, ASCE 7)
• Design experience with reinforced concrete, steel, and masonry structures and facility with related design procedures is a plus
• EIT/FE certification or the ability to obtain certification within one year is preferred
• TxDOT familiarity and experience is a plus
• Strong AutoCAD and MicroStation drafting experience highly preferred
• Strong all-around theoretical knowledge of structural engineering principles
• Familiarity with structural engineering software, such as Mathcad, STAAD, RISA, LPile, Midas, Leap Bridge Concrete, and SPcolumn