Structural Bridge Engineer

Description

In this position, you will serve in a technical role focused on the planning, analysis, design, and detailing of bridge and other transportation-related structural projects.

• Review and create structural inspections/evaluations, as well as associated load capacity ratings
• Support and implement structural planning, analysis, and the preparation of both preliminary and final design documents for bridge-focused projects
• Ensure production of plans, specifications, reports, and analyses meet scope, schedule, cost, and quality standards
• Review plans, specifications, reports, and analyses to ensure they meet scope, schedule, cost, and quality requirements
• Perform project scoping studies and alternatives analysis
• Assist other engineers with a variety of assignments, such as the design and detailing of structures that support or resist loads (e.g., highway, pedestrian, and railroad bridges; commuter rail stations; marine structures; energy projects; retaining walls)
• Prepare construction contract documents and technical reports
• Develop design plans, technical specifications, design calculations, load ratings, cost estimates, reports, final bid packages, and more

Requirements

VHB is expanding its Virginia region along I-64 and is seeking a Structural Engineer specializing in bridge design in our Richmond, Williamsburg or Virginia Beach location. By joining our team, you will become part of a highly successful and award-winning firm.

• PE (Professional Engineer) licensure in the state of assigned projects preferred
• Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D, Bentley OpenBridge, MicroStation v8 and Connect is a strong plus
• Highly detail-oriented with a focus on quality
• 3+ years of structural bridge design experience required
• Familiarity with engineering standards and procedures, including AASHTO and DOT guidelines
• Collaborative team player with a strong ability to work independently
• B.S. in Civil Engineering (structural emphasis preferred)
• Proficiency with structural engineering software (AASHTOWare, LARSA 4D, MDX, SP Column, MerlinDASH, Mathcad)
• Proven excellence in verbal presentations and technical writing
• Extensive knowledge of structural engineering concepts, practices, and procedures
• Experience in bridge design and detailing (steel, concrete, prestressed concrete), as well as seismic analysis
• Engineering in Training (EIT) certification
• Strong technical and critical thinking skills

Benefits

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

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance