Bridge & Structures Project Engineer; Mid to Senior level

Why DOWL?
DOWL is a top-ranked, multi-disciplined consulting firm with over 60 years of experience in civil engineering and related services. Our in-house expertise spans Civil and Land Development, Construction-Related Services, Transportation and Structures, and Water and Environmental Services. At DOWL, you’re valued—we support your growth, offer great benefits, and foster a culture of integrity, professionalism, and teamwork.

With thousands of projects under our belt, we're proud to be a regional leader in concrete, steel, and timber bridges. Whether it is a single-span concrete bridge, a multiple-span curved steel girder bridge, or a historic bridge rehabilitation, our proven approach provides clients with creative, efficient solutions. Our structural design team offers decades of experience in both new and existing construction, specializing in public infrastructure and industrial structures.

If you are inspired to create real-life structures stemming as far back as childhood when you created them out of popsicle sticks and rubber bands, we’d love you to be a part of our team!

Bring your structural expertise to a leadership role as a Bridge and Structures Project Engineer, where you'll take charge of design and analysis on impactful engineering projects. In this position, you'll serve as engineer-of-record and apply your strong knowledge of AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications, the International Building Code, and ASCE 7 standards to deliver high-quality, code-compliant solutions. You'll play a key role in mentoring junior staff while also collaborating with seasoned professionals to continually grow your expertise.

If you're a licensed engineer—either in your primary state of practice or able to obtain licensure within six months—and you're ready to lead with confidence, contribute to complex infrastructure, and expand your influence in a collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply. This position can be based out of our Lake Oswego, Oregon or Eugene, Oregon office locations.

To be successful in this position, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) - Basic
• Market Sector Software (MathCAD, AutoCAD or Micro Station) - Basic
• Advanced understanding of structural analysis software
• Independently model complex structures
• Model very complex structures with mentoring (i.e., multi-modal, non-linear)

• Solid understanding of engineering fundamentals
• Writes clear internal communications (emails, meeting minutes, etc.)
• Performs complex structural design tasks independently
• Independently checks basic designs
• Expert understanding of technical writing
• Prepares simple memos
• Divides complex projects into manageable tasks
• Leads design efforts as engineer-of-record on a variety of projects
• Leads complex technical reports
• Reviews memos and reports deliverables
• Mentors others on design tasks
• Contributes to proposals

Leads structural design teams (3-5 people) to complete structural tasks. Structures lead overseeing delivery of structures work on small multi-discipline projects.

• Prepares structural calculations and cost estimates independently
• Creates CAD markups
• Writes technical specifications and develops contract plans independently. Assembles structural calculation books
• Oversees file management
• Advanced understanding of multi-discipline project delivery
• Actively mentors others

Advanced understanding of scopes, schedules, and budgets (i.e., estimate schedule for complex tasks); able to predict and deliver individual tasks within a set level of effort. Able to consistently meet budget and schedule expectations on projects. Develops budgets and schedules for complex tasks. Breaks down complex projects into logical tasks. Mentors others on above. Able to prioritize multiple assignments to…