Bridge Engineer

Bridge Engineer (Finance)

RINA is currently recruiting for a Bridge Engineer to join its office in Houston, TX, Chicago or Lisle, IL within the Civil Engineering Division.

Join RINA as a Staff Bridge Engineer, where we believe our people are at the core of our success. You will have the freedom to evolve in a world full of opportunities. Enjoy the flexibility to excel in your work, with hybrid work options from various locations, including home, office, or client sites. At RINA, integrity, entrepreneurial spirit, and a pioneering mindset are celebrated in a dynamic work environment.

The Bridge Staff Engineer will assist in bridge inspections, structural design calculations, and drafting tasks using tools like Micro Station. This role involves working closely with licensed engineers, preparing reports, and contributing to the development of structural alternatives. As a Bridge Staff Engineer, you will collaborate with a team of engineers, maintaining effective communication within the team and with clients.

This is a developmental role where you will receive training to progress as a Bridge Engineer, under the mentorship of a Senior Structural Engineer.

• Perform field inspections to document current structural conditions and/or determine potential repair alternatives.
• Provide support in the preparation of material quantity takeoffs, cost estimates, and bidding documents.
• Assist in preparing structural engineering computations, surveys, and designs under the supervision of a licensed engineer.
• Utilize Micro Station and AutoCAD to develop engineering drawings.
• Assist in the compilation of project contract documents, including technical specifications, design calculation, material quantities, estimate of cost, and other construction documents.
• Review of as-built drawings for existing structures to assist in understanding actual conditions prior to doing field inspections.
• Observe safety and security procedures; report potentially unsafe conditions and use equipment and materials properly.
• Complete project responsibilities within scope, budget, and schedule.
• Perform other duties associated with this position as may be appropriate.

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Structural, or equivalent fields of study from an ABET accredited institution.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or ability to obtain within 1 year of hire date.
• Entry-level bridge inspection or design experience preferred.
• Basic Familiarity with common bridge design practices.
• Familiarity with Micro Station and/or AutoCAD.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

• Valid driver's license.
• 50% local or regional travel (i.e. job sites) anticipated based upon business need for the first year of employment.

• WORKPLACE DYNAMICS - Resourcefulness in shaping progress and working efficiently.
• PERSONAL EMPOWERMENT - Ownership for life, work and results, striving to grow professionally and personally.
• INTERPERSONAL INFLUENCE - Skills and strategies we use to interact effectively with others.
• DOMAIN & BUSINESS ACUMEN - Applying a scientific approach and critical thinking in operations and solution development within area of expertise.
• FORESIGHT & INSIGHT - Context awareness adopting a systemic perspective and informed decision making.

RINA is a multinational company providing a wide range of services in the energy, marine, certification, infrastructure & mobility, industry, research & development sectors. Our business model covers the full process of project development, from concept to completion.

RINA North America provides a comprehensive benefits package, including the following insurance options:
Medical, Dental, Vision, Medical Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Spending Account, Health Savings Account, Transit, Parking, Basic Life, Basic AD&D, Voluntary Life, Voluntary AD&D, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Voluntary Accident, Voluntary Critical Illness, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, and Employee Assistance Program. Additional benefits provided include paid time off, company holidays, tuition reimbursement, nursery grant, travel resource services, and 401K plan with company discretionary match.

At RINA, we endeavor to create a work environment where every single person is valued and encouraged to develop new ideas. We provide equal employment opportunities and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected and safe from discrimination or harassment of any kind. It is the policy of RINA to provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy) national origin, age, disabilities, marital status, sexual orientation, genetics, military status, disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, other protected veterans (veterans who served during a war or in a campaign or expedition for which a badge has been authorized), and Armed Forces service medal veteran, or any other…