Senior Structures Engineer

Senior Structures Engineer – DRMP

Department:
Transportation

Location:

Charlotte, NC

We’re a fun, dynamic team that values collaboration just as much as technical excellence—where smart ideas are shared openly, support is real, and no one operates in a silo. You’ll have the opportunity to lead meaningful projects, mentor talented engineers, and keep growing your own expertise in an environment that trusts your judgment and encourages innovation.

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Senior Structures Engineering | DRMP.

• Develop structural calculations and produce engineering drawings for both Design-Bid-Build and Design-Build projects related to bridge and transportation structures.
• Perform and direct engineering alternatives investigations through the collection and analysis of data, performing calculations, and evaluation of alternate solutions.
• Prepare written technical reports.
• Support construction phase of projects, including responding to RFIs, review of shop drawings, problem solving, etc.
• Train and mentor junior engineers.

• Bachelor of Science from an ABET-accredited university in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Registration as a licensed Professional Engineer and/or Structural Engineer.
• 10+ years post-registration structural engineering experience.
• 15+ years of relevant bridge design and plans production experience, including reinforced concrete bridges, prestressed/post-tensioned concrete bridges, steel plate and box girder bridges, retaining walls, box culverts, sign/signal structures, sound barrier walls, and other transportation-related structures.
• Experience using a variety of bridge design software (FB Multi-Pier, Leap Bridge Concrete, Smartbridge, LARSA, CSI, STAAD, MDX, Shoring Suite, Atlas, and the NCDOT MathCAD analysis worksheets) and platforms (Microstation, GEOPAK, Open Bridge Modeler, AutoCAD and/or CADD).
• Proficiency in 3D modeling in Open Bridge Modeler (plus).
• Familiarity with AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications.
• Ability to guide junior staff and participate in design/value engineering of all aspects of full-scale multi-discipline bridge projects.
• Construction specialty engineering experience (plus).
• Experience with post-tensioning applications (plus).
• Experience with straddle bent design (plus).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs:
  Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.
• Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, and time management skills.
• Strong sense of urgency and self-initiative to meet client deadlines.
• Detail-oriented team player with an ability to contribute to a positive work environment.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving history.

• Master’s (MSE/MSCE) in Civil/Structural Engineering.
• PE and/or SE certification in North Carolina or ability to obtain North Carolina Registration.
• Familiarity with NCDOT Structures Manual and NCDOT Construction Specifications.

• Excellent compensation package.
• Outstanding holiday and paid‑time‑off programs.
• 401(k) Plan and Match.
• Career Path Development Program (Management & Technical Career Tracks).
• Mentorship Program.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Parental Leave.
• Competitive health and dental insurance premiums.
• Variety of voluntary benefit options.
• Short‑Term Disability/Long‑Term Disability.
• Company‑furnished life insurance.
• Employee Assistant Program (EAP).
• Flexible Spending Account.
• and More.

DRMP is a Drug and Alcohol Free workplace, an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and E‑Verify employer.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Engineering and Information Technology

Civil Engineering

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