Structural Engineer - Bridge

Bolton & Menk has an exciting opportunity for a Project Engineer, PE to join our Structural team in any of our Des Moines or Ames, Iowa office locations. As a Top Workplace, this is a fantastic chance to work with a talented team of professionals and make a lasting impact on the communities we serve. With over 75 years of experience, Bolton & Menk specializes in providing community infrastructure solutions across the Midwest, Southeast, and beyond.

As a Structural Project Engineer you will work with project engineers and managers to complete preliminary and final design packages for various bridges and structures. You will create studies and reports, perform design calculations, assist in plan development, write specifications, review shop drawings, and make field visits. Projects will range from highway infrastructure projects such as various interchange, pedestrian and river crossing bridges, to retaining walls and parking structures, to industrial buildings such as water or wastewater treatment facilities.

• Perform detailed design computations
• Project layout and design in Microstation
• Prepare and/or present preliminary reports and feasibility studies
• Prepare, supervise and review the design and preparation of plans, specifications, cost estimates and quantity take-offs
• Travel to work sites and other project related locations as required
• Plan and organize project assignments by directing work of other engineers and technicians
• Assist in the training and development of professional staff
• Oversee the planning, scheduling and performance of multiple engineering projects
• Support business development opportunities
• Develop and maintain relationships with regulatory agencies

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited college or university
• Licensed Professional Engineer
• 6+ years' progressive experience in the civil engineering field, including bridge design experience
• Experience in plan and specification development with construction contract administration
• AutoCAD Civil 3D proficiency
• Knowledge of State DOT requirements
• Possess a valid driver's license as travel to various facilities and job sites may be required

• Professional Engineer (required)

• CIVIL3D (preferred)
• Micro Station (preferred)
• REVIT (preferred)

Bolton & Menk will currently not be providing visa sponsorship or Optional Practical Training Extensions for STEM Students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment without a need for current or future visa sponsorship.

Benefits:
At Bolton & Menk, we value our people and provide an exceptional Total Compensation and Benefits Package to protect our most valuable asset. We are committed to the well-being of our employees and their families. Perks of being a Bolton & Menk employee include peace of mind with our benefits package and competitive compensation plan, flexible schedules, and career development opportunities.

We embrace the diversity of people, thoughts, and experiences necessary to develop infrastructure systems that serve all people. Bolton & Menk, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affi Treaty Employer including disability and vets.

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