Bridge Engineer

Overview

Design and analyze bridges using engineering software for various projects.

Key Responsibilities

• coordination
• load rating
• design review
• guidance
• calculations
• structural software

Tasks

-Coordinate with other disciplines such as roadway, drainage, and perform checks of documents for conformance to structural drawings -Perform Load Rating Analysis for different types of bridges -Perform the routine aspects of assignments requiring knowledge and application of basic engineering principles -Review drawings and documents and prepare technical clarifications -Guide designers/drafters to prepare structural designs and/or drawings -Prepare or check structural calculations and details of structural elements for various materials, predominantly steel and prestressed concrete -Projects may include highway or rail bridges, retaining walls, box culverts, and sign structures. Analyze structures using various structural engineering software programs such as SAP 2000, LARSA, RISA, MDX, MathCAD, EXCEL, LEAP, LPile, FB-Multipier, AASHTOWare, and/or MicroStation.

Requirements

• pe license
• civil engineering
• aashto
• sap 2000
• autocad
• 5-10 years

What You Bring

-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 -Strong interpersonal and communication skills -Valid driver’s license -Licensed PE -5 - 10 years of engineering experience in bridge design -A satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR) -Recent experience in steel and/or concrete bridge design using AASHTO LRFD standards -Bachelors or Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited engineering program -Must be dependable with the ability to work independently as well as part of a team to meet deadlines and provide high-quality work -Proficiency in using bridge analysis software programs such as Open Bridge Designer, SAP 2000, FB-MultiPier, RISA and LARSA 4D. Familiarity with drafting software such as MicroStation or AutoCAD and other bridge analysis software.

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Benefits

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

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Security Clearance

-pre-employment drug screening required. -post-offer fit‑for‑duty evaluation may be required.