Structural Bridge Engineer

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Powerwell is a leading recruitment firm helping our clients discover top talent. We are recruiting for a Structural Bridge Engineer.

Job Description:

We are looking for a Structural Bridge Engineer who is experienced in bridge and culvert design using current State and Federal specifications, manuals, and philosophies. You will mentor fellow team members in the development of detailed plans, specifications, and cost estimates for bridge-related projects.

The Structural Bridge Engineer leads bridge/culvert safety inspections, provides scoping recommendations, and performs load ratings in accordance with current MDOT and AASHTO standards. You must be familiar with State and Federal regulations for conducting field inspections, preparing inspection reports, and Quality Control (QC) and Quality Assurance (QA) procedures.

Secondary responsibilities will include design of low-rise buildings, water/wastewater and specialty structures. The Structural Bridge Engineer must be proficient with steel, reinforced and prestressed concrete, timber and masonry design in accordance with current applicable standards and codes.

The Structural Bridge Engineer will be responsible for ensuring that their delegated projects are completed on time and within the budget provided. The Structural Bridge Engineer must have excellent communication skills and work well as a team member.

Experience/Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering.
• 7+ years of bridge-related design and inspection.
• Registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) in the State of Michigan.
• Ideally certified as an MDOT Qualified Team Leader (QTL) which includes:
  • Successful completion of NHI-130055 Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges course.
  • Successful completion of 18 hours of approved bridge inspection recurrent training over the last 5 years.
  • Successful completion of the Field Proficiency Exam in the last 2 years.
• Knowledge of MDOT QA/QC policies and procedures.
• Analysis, inspection, design and development of contract documents for bridges, low rise buildings, water/wastewater and specialty structures in steel, reinforced and prestressed concrete, timber and masonry.
• Strong organizational, analytical and problem solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with various design methodologies such as ASD, LFD and LRFD.
• Experience with structural engineering programs such as RISA-3D, LEAP Bridge Enterprise, AASHTOWare, LEAP Consys and Enercalc.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel and Bluebeam.
• Valid driver's license

Responsibilities:

• Design and develop contract documents for bridge and non-bridge projects, including plans, technical specifications, reports and structural cost estimates.
• Perform routine and detailed inspections for various types of structures.
• Mentor fellow team members on bridge-related projects.
• Generate, explain and backcheck multiple rounds of detailed markups with CAD Technicians to bring drawings from start to finish.
• Oversee project development and scheduling.
• Assist with the development of proposals and budgets. 
• Review and approve construction documents such as shop drawings, RFIs, and Change Orders.
• Seal and sign project documents.
• Interface with clients both during the project and upon completion to promote client loyalty and secure future work.

Benefits: 

• Advancement opportunities
• Extracurricular activities (softball team, golf league, social activities, etc.)
• Medical, dental and vision insurance coverage
• Generous PTO available starting day 1
• Hourly position with time and ½ overtime pay
• 401K Plan
• Employer sponsored continuing education
• Referral Bonus Program
• Mentoring program
• Attend community-based events
• Employee Appreciation Committee

Qualifications:

Behaviors:

• Thought Provoking: Capable of making others think deeply on a subject

• Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them

• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Required Education:

• Bachelor's Degree or better in Civil Engineering.

• Bachelor's Degree or better in Structural Engineering.

Experience:

• 7 years: Bridge-related design and inspection

Required Licenses & Certifications:

• Michigan Driver's License

 Licenses & Certifications: 

• State of Michigan Professional Engineer (PE)

Company DescriptionPowerwell is a leading recruitment firm helping our clients discover top talent.Company DescriptionPowerwell is a leading recruitment firm helping our clients discover top talent.