Structural Inspection Project Engineer

Overview

Want the resources and opportunities of a top structural engineering firm, while still retaining the connections of a small company? Collins Engineers, Inc. provides design and analysis services coupled with field experience to the transportation, marine, construction, and land development industries. As a growing and multi-disciplined civil engineering and professional services firm, Collins is a great place to grow your career and advance your passion.

As an ENR Top 500 Design Firm, Collins makes its people and culture a top priority, while providing the opportunity to work on a variety of interesting and unique projects. We pride ourselves in fostering collaboration and an environment where each employee is an integral part of a team, not just another number.

Collins has an opening for a Structural Inspection Project Engineer in our Lexington, KY office. The primary responsibility of this role is conducting bridge and ancillary structure safety inspections and preparing calculations and reports. This role offers the chance to work with industry leaders while using innovative technology. You will have the independence to solve technical problems and steward solutions through the delivery process.

This position is a combination of office and field work with some travel required. This position will provide the opportunity for growth, where continuing development and participation in professional societies will be encouraged and supported.

The Project Engineer I contributes to the successful execution of projects by performing the following duties.

• Provides technical engineering information to Project Manager to ensure the project complies with all engineering standards, codes, specifications, and design instructions.
• Reviews, analyzes, and provides recommendations on-field and/or design issues.
• Independently performs moderately difficult engineering computations involving conventional engineering practices.
• Prepares complete engineering plans or reports.
• Uses computer-assisted engineering and design software and equipment to prepare engineering and design documents.
• Keeps Project Manager informed of workload and any changes in project scope or additional services.
• Is active in technical societies.
• Responsible for small to moderately difficult projects from inception to completion
• Has limited communication with clients.
• Is available to attend meetings or events outside of normal working hours.
• Directs and supervises the work of entry-level engineers, technicians, drafters, and administrative staff
• Actively observes and acts in an appropriate manner related to safety.

• Bachelor's degree and/or master’s degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited four-year university
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience or the equivalent thereof.
• Experience in the inspection and/or design of, but not limited to, bridges, roadways, railroads, marinas, and/or ports.

• Engineer-In-Training (E.I.T.) or Professional Engineer (P.E.)
• Valid driver’s license

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

As a federal contractor, Collins Engineers is a drug and alcohol-free workplace.

Collins Engineers, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action/M/F/Vet/Disability Employer.

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