Bridge Structural Engineering Designer

Description

• Gradually take part in project management tasks, such as monitoring budgets and schedules, interacting with clients, and leading junior engineers.
• Join client meetings and site visits to gain exposure to project development and stakeholder engagement.
• Collaborate with project managers and multidisciplinary teams.
• Build expertise in navigating federal, state, and local regulations, while aligning with KPFF’s and our clients’ standards and practices.
• Occasionally may be required to lift objects weighing up to 15 lbs.
• Assist in the design and analysis of bridges and heavy civil structures, including both new construction and rehabilitation.
• Apply core engineering principles and advanced mathematical techniques to tackle real-world challenges.
• Engage in technical and project discussions within the design team, contributing to collaborative problem-solving.
• Traveling to project sites or client meetings, which may involve driving or flying.
• Conduct structural analysis and prepare design sketches under the supervision of professional engineers.
• Participate in KPFF’s Forefront program, our commitment to mentorship, lifelong learning, and career development.
• Occasionally visiting project and construction sites may involve walking, standing, kneeling, or navigating uneven terrain.
• Perform inspection and fieldwork, supporting data collection and documentation.

Requirements

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• A master's degree with an emphasis on structural engineering (MSCE/MSE)
• Thrive in a vibrant, inclusive, and collaborative team environment that values creativity, curiosity, and excellence.
• Coursework and/or familiarity with structural analysis software such as SAP, CSI Bridge, or PG Super.
• Duties are primarily conducted in a standard office setting, requiring prolonged periods of sitting at a desk or computer table.
• 0-3 years experience working under a licensed professional engineer
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification, or scheduled date for the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam.
• An bachelor's degree in civil engineering with an emphasis on structural engineering

Benefits

• Vision insurance, with a no-premium option
• Medical insurance
• Travel accident insurance
• An excellent 401K retirement savings plan with employer contributions
• 10 vacation days annually, which increases with years of service.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Dependent care FSA option
• 10 days of personal and sick time to care for yourself and family members.
• Up to one-week (five business days) paid jury duty per year.
• Subsidized ORCA bus/rail pass
• Group life insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) option with employer contribution
• Six weeks of supplemental paid family leave
• Long-term disability insurance
• Short-term disability insurance
• Dental insurance, with a no-premium option
• Seven paid holidays and two floating holidays
• Medical Flexible Spending Account (FSA) option

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance