Bridge Design Engineer

Summary

The Bridge Design Engineer is responsible for independently performing engineering tasks related to structural design and analysis. The person in this position must be licensed to practice civil engineering in the state of primary practice or should be licensed in a different state with the ability to get the required license within 6 months of hire. This person is expected to exercise strong engineering judgment and demonstrate strong structural engineering fundamentals.

The person in this position should show a strong working knowledge in AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications; and/or the International Building Code and ASCE 7:
Minimum Design Loads and Associated Criteria for Buildings and Other Structures. The person in this position should be able to quickly learn and apply other design codes as needed. The person in this position is also expected to work well with others, absorb and apply constructive criticism, and seek guidance from more experienced members of the team as necessary. This position requires a willingness to learn skills and perform a variety of tasks not directly related to the field of structural engineering, including, but not limited to: construction support assignments, in-service inspections, structural, roadway, and other civil engineering tasks.

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
• Model complex structures with mentoring

• Solid understanding of engineering fundamentals
• Performs complex structural design tasks independently
• Independently checks basic designs

Anticipates needs of other disciplines. Collaborates on conceptual design of complex structures/elements. Meets interim deadlines to support downstream project execution.

• Advanced understanding of technical writing skills
• Prepares simple memos and technical reports
• Reviews memos and reports deliverables
• Tailors communication style, level of detail, and messaging to suit diverse audiences
• Communication is clear, timely, relevant, and effective

• Effectively divides projects into individual tasks
• Leads design efforts as engineer-of-record on small projects
• Leads small structural design teams to complete structural tasks

• 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
• Mentors others on above

Advanced understanding of scopes, budgets, and schedules (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. Proactively identify and inform PM of out-of-scope work.

Advanced understanding of standard design codes. Employs standard design codes and client specific design manuals. Familiar with design codes from multiple jurisdictions.

Participate in quality processes as assigned by PM/EOR. Complete required checklists. Understand applicable OpEx procedures. Deliverables and documentation are consistently review-ready at start of review cycles. Schedule and initiate quality control processes on small projects. Engage reviewers appropriately to vet concepts prior to formal review cycles.

Answers questions and resolves issues related to individual design tasks. Resolves project issues on small projects with internal team. Attends client meetings. Consistently uses appropriate communication tools (e.g., email versus phone).

Other duties as assigned.