Senior Structural Bridge Engineer

Senior Structural Bridge Engineer

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Washington D.C.

VHB's structural engineering group enhances connectivity through infrastructure projects such as complex bridge and interchange designs, rehabilitation and inspection, pedestrian walkways, and transit stations. This diverse range of structural engineering services improves mobility for the traveling public.

• Perform structural modeling, design, and oversight for bridge and other transportation infrastructure projects
• Prepare construction documents, including plans, specifications, estimates, and calculation packages
• Provide technical and training support to structural engineering staff
• Conduct quality assurance reviews of project construction documents, engineering reports, etc.
• Assist in preparing qualification packages, proposals, and/or contracts involving technical approach, costs, and scheduling
• Provide project management support
• Lead structural inspections/evaluations and associated load capacity ratings
• Review fabrication drawings and provide construction plan reviews
• Assist project managers with coordination between various groups working on structural projects (e.g., highway, pedestrian, and railroad bridges; commuter rail stations; marine structures; energy projects; retaining walls)
• Participate in the proposal process, determining client requirements and developing plans, specifications, quantities of materials, construction cost estimates, reports, final bid packages, and related documents
• Prepare technical reports and sections of proposals and/or contracts

• Experience completing engineering studies, design reports, compiling contract documents, and developing contract plans in conformity with accepted engineering standards and procedures
• Strong familiarity with any of the following structural engineering software (e.g., Mathcad, FB-Multi Pier, ATLAS, STAAD Pro, LARSA 4D, AASHTOWare, MDX, SP Column, Merlin
  
  DASH, FDOT Structures Design Programs, etc.)
• Model-based design experience is a strong plus, including:
  • Bentley Open Bridge and Open Roads
  • AutoCAD Civil 3D and Revit/Infraworks/Inventor
• Self-motivated with excellent attention to detail and quality
• Strong technical skills in bridge/structural design and critical thinking
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Effective and comfortable in a highly collaborative team environment
• Demonstrated excellence in verbal presentations and technical writing
• Experience with and motivation to lead and mentor junior staff
• Project management and mentorship skills

• 8+ years of structural bridge/transportation design experience required
• B.S. in Civil Engineering required (structural emphasis preferred)
• PE license required

The base salary range for this position is $115,000 - $165,000 for the Washington, DC location. This offer is determined based on a number of job-related factors including internal comparators, skills, education, training, credentials, experience, scope and complexity of role responsibilities and geographic location. In addition, VHB offers a holistic benefits package.

• Diverse and inclusive culture of collaboration and innovation
• Opportunity to work on complex, transformational projects
• Community and social responsibility as sustainable stewards
• Focus on learning, development, and career growth
• Best-in-class benefits, including flexible, hybrid workplace

VHB is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of inclusion and belonging, supported by deep-rooted core values. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.