Senior Structural (Bridge) Engineer

Overview

Lead bridge design, analysis, and project oversight for Southeast FL region.

Key Responsibilities

• design review
• drawing review
• bridge analysis
• load rating
• client meetings
• solution development

Tasks

-Review calculations and design details developed by others -Review shop drawings and other construction related submittals -Perform/supervise calculations and analysis for designing bridge and transportation structures using various bridge design software programs -Attend meeting with clients and other professionals and organizations -Perform/supervise load ratings on bridges of various type size and complexity -Develop solutions to challenges presented by the client within budget, schedule and project constraints -Organize and maintain project files -Provide oversight and direction to junior engineering staff

Requirements

• p.e.
• autocad
• microstation
• aashto
• 10 years
• fdot

What You Bring

-Familiarity with rehabilitation of existing bridges and highway structures -A satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR). -Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening to ensure a safe and productive work environment. Volkert adheres to federal guidelines, which may include testing for substances such as marijuana. Please note that federal regulations may differ from state-specific guidelines. -Technical expertise for the layout & design of bridges and related highway structures -Extensive experience utilizing FDOT specific processes, manuals, or guidance on bridge projects is required, 10 years minimum -10 - 15 years of engineering experience in bridge design -Post-tensioned concrete design experience a plus -Valid Professional Engineering Licensure (P.E.) in Florida -Valid driver’s license. -Knowledge of AASHTO and other pertinent bridge design specifications -Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering. Master of Engineering preferred, but not required -Skilled in the use of MicroStation and AutoCAD, experience with OpenBridge Designer a plus

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Benefits

-Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays -Student Debt Retirement Match -Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) -Wellness incentives -Employer-Paid short-term disability and long-term disability -Medical, Dental, & Vision -401(k) retirement savings plan + employer matching -Employer-Paid Life/AD&D insurance

About Volkert, Inc.

-Engineered landmark projects like the Lake Pontchartrain Causeway, still the longest continuous bridge over water. -Expanded into ports, highways, and flood control—shaping major infrastructure from Sugar Bowl stadium expansions to interstate highway systems. -Typical projects include airport terminals, major bridges, urban roadways, transit systems, waterfront, and environmental restoration. -Specialist areas span transportation, water resources, energy, environmental consulting, aviation, and bridge design. -The team includes experts ranging from landscape architects to real-estate specialists, enabling full-service offerings.

Sector Specialisms

Security Clearance

-pre-employment drug screening required. -valid driver's license and satisfactory motor vehicle report required.