Structures Engineer (Bridge)

About the role

Dewberry is seeking a responsible, highly motivated, and detail oriented individual to join our structures department in Rancho Cordova, CA as a Structures Engineer (Bridge). The successful candidate will be part of a team designing simple and complex bridges (primarily of concrete and steel construction) and a variety of transportation related structures (retaining walls, culverts, sign structures, and other miscellaneous structures). The candidate will be involved in the development of Plans, Specifications, and Estimate (PS&E) packages, field inspections, and performing construction design support services. This position offers tremendous potential for professional growth in a great working environment and the opportunity to deliver important infrastructure projects for our clients as well as help them solve their most challenging problems. This position is ideal for a candidate looking to expand their technical skills on interesting and challenging projects, and have the upward mobility potential to advance their career.

Responsibilities

• Independently prepares project plan and estimate (P&E) packages including quantities, calculations, reports, and exhibits on small to mid level projects
• Works as part of a team preparing project plan and estimate (P&E) packages including quantities, calculations, reports, and exhibits on large level projects
• Prepares notes for specification writers
• Works closely and coordinates with other disciplines including CAD drafters
• Participates and leads efforts in utility, permitting, and subconsultant coordination on projects
• Prepares QA/QC checklist packages per internal standards
• Mentors younger staff
• Assists in preparing proposal write-ups and exhibits
• Participates and leads efforts in internal technical trainings
• Prepares RE Pending Files and is involved with bidding and construction support services
• Attends periodic site visits, structures observations, and other field meetings

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited 4-year engineering college; Master's degree is preferred
• California Professional Engineer (PE) License is preferred
• 5+ years of experience in bridge and retaining wall projects
• Experience designing transportation related structures projects to Caltrans and local agency standards
• Familiarity with AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications with Caltrans Amendments
• Preference for knowledge of CTBridge, CSiBridge, VBent, CTAbut, LPile, and/or similar analysis programs
• Proficiency using CADD (AutoCAD Civil 3D preferred)
• Strong leadership skills and desire to deliver the highest quality projects to our clients
• Proficient in MS Office (WORD and EXCEL)
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong desire to grow technical and project management skills

Pay

$115,000 - $150,000 annually. Depending upon other factors, i.e., skills, experience, location, market conditions, the range may vary slightly.