Bridge Engineer

Bridge Engineer

Benesch is hiring a Bridge Engineer to join our Colorado Division. As a Bridge Engineer, you will have the opportunity to work on vehicular bridges (simple and complex), pedestrian bridges, retaining walls, and other transportation-related structures. At Benesch we work on projects in the planning, design, construction, and in-service phases so you will get exposed to the full life-cycle of structures.

The ideal candidate will have a history of successfully completing bridge projects and the ability to mentor junior staff.

Location

This position offers flexibility within the front range of Colorado. Benesch is expanding our Colorado division, and we welcome candidates from diverse areas including but not limited to Greeley, Fort Collins, Johnstown, in addition to the Denver Metro area.

The Impact You Will Have

• Serve as lead engineer on a variety of bridge replacement and rehabilitation projects
• Mentor junior staff and assist with the growth and development of the structural staff
• Prepare and review structural and geometrical calculations for bridge design projects
• Assume responsibility for assigned design calculation files and plans assuring adequate independent QC reviews on that work
• Manage the process of compiling and coordinating plans, specifications, cost estimates and pay items per DOT standards
• Coordinate the above tasks with the Project Manager
• Lead structural designers on bridge design and rehabilitation projects

What You Will Need

• BS in Civil Engineering and/or Structural Engineering or related discipline, MS is a plus
• PE License in Colorado or ability to obtain through reciprocity
• 5 to 10+ years of bridge design experience
• Experience working with CDOT and/or municipalities
• Strong organization and leadership skills with a track record for adhering to design budgets and schedules
• Proven experience performing complex analysis and design
• Ability to assemble a complete design package and construction documents for assigned elements or projects
• Proven experience with various structural design and analysis software;
  Leap Bridge, LUSUS, Midas, and Open Bridge a plus
• Excellent communication and client relation skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment

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The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in accordance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. The final agreed-upon compensation is based on numerous factors, including but not limited to individual education, qualifications, prior work experience, and geographic location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary, overtime, and bonuses.

Benefits:

Our benefits package is designed to take care of our employees. Benesch offers a generous paid time benefits plan that increases throughout your career plus several paid holidays. Our benefits include medical, dental, and vision benefits. We also include company-paid life insurance, short term, and long-term disability plans. Benesch offers a 401K plan and profit-sharing contributions to the 401K plan. From insurance and retirement plan to our wellness programs, we provide employee benefits that meet your wants and needs.

Colorado Pay Range

$80,000 — $105,000 USD

Explore the Benefits of Working at Benesch!

At Benesch, we prioritize the health and wellness of our employees, understanding that their well-being is crucial for both personal and professional success. We offer a range of benefits for eligible employees, including insurance, retirement plans, and wellness programs. Our Total Rewards package is designed to support a healthy lifestyle and can be customized to meet the needs of our employees and their families.  

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Professional Development

• Opportunities for management and leadership development at all levels, including executive coaching and leadership development for Team Leaders, Group Managers, Division Managers, and Executive Leaders
• Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses
• Ongoing professional development through resources like Red Vector, Linked In Learning, technical team meetings, knowledge-sharing training sessions
• Personalized training and career development plans with your manager
• Funding for training, committee work, professional organization memberships, and licenses/certifications
• Support for active participation in professional organizations to foster leadership and community engagement

Retirement Benefits

• Access to valuable retirement planning tools, education, and individual meetings with plan advisors at no charge
• Potential for Benesch to contribute up to 9% of your gross compensation to your retirement plan (5% profit-sharing contribution to your 401(k) plan, regardless of your own contributions & 80% match on your contributions, up to a maximum company contribution of 4%)

Work/Life Balance

• Flexible work schedules and hours, including work-from-home options (dependent on the role)
• Generous Paid Time Benefits (PTB) that increase with your career
• Immediate use of annual…