Bridge Engineer, for COWI in North America Edmonton, AB Application Deadline 07 March 2025

COWI A/S; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is looking for a highly motivated Bridge Engineer to join their Edmonton team. This role offers the chance to work on significant infrastructure projects across North America, collaborating with experts and clients to create sustainable solutions that enhance quality of life. You will prepare design calculations, conduct site inspections, and contribute to the development of engineering documents. With a strong focus on teamwork and professional growth, this position provides an exciting opportunity to shape a better future while being part of a supportive and dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangement

Top-up parental leave

Minimum 3 weeks' vacation

Floating holiday

Paid sick leave

Annual fitness spending account

Group RRSP program

Professional development fund

Parking or public transit allowance

Extended health coverage

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Bridge Design with a focus on structural analysis.
• Bachelor's degree required; Master's preferred, with P.Eng. license needed.

Responsibilities

• Prepare work plans, budgets, and perform analysis of complex structures.
• Conduct site inspections and prepare engineering reports and technical documents.

Skills

Bridge Design

Structural Analysis

Collaboration

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Structural Engineering

Master's degree in Structural Engineering

Tools

SOFiSTiK

CSiBridge

MIDAS

AutoCAD

Mathcad

Excel

Bluebeam Revu

Grasshopper

Dynamo

Job description

Bridge Engineer, for COWI in North America

Do you want the opportunity to co-create with our experts on some of the most prestigious infrastructure programs in North America? Can you work with limited to no supervision and as a part of a team located locally and remotely? And can you contribute with your expertise and get to learn from the best? Then, here is your chance to convert aspirations into actions.

Shape a future where people and societies grow and flourish

We are seeking a highly motivated Bridge Engineer to join our team in Edmonton. You will work closely with a team of experts working alongside our customers on some of North America's most significant projects. Together with customers, partners, and colleagues, we shape a future where people and societies grow and flourish. We do that by co-creating sustainable and beautiful solutions that improve the quality of life for people today and many generations ahead.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• Prepare work plans, schedules, and budgets along with performing analysis of complex structures
• Prepare design calculations and drawings in accordance with applicable design codes, and also prepare engineering reports and other technical documents
• Prepare standard construction documents, such as technical specifications and tender documents
• Conduct site inspections from time to time and perform other responsibilities as required

Your skills. Our team. Together we design the future

The first step to growth in this role is that you are eager to collaborate with the people around you, whether they are colleagues, partners, or customers. Developing ties with others is something you do by acting respectfully and delivering on your promises. And you never get set in your ways but keep exploring new insights and ways to improve.

On top of that, you will:

• Hold a bachelor's degree in Structural Engineering or higher (Master's degree preferred), be registered as an Engineer in the home province or can obtain within 12 months of employment, and with a minimum of 5+ years of related experience in Bridge Design, or an equivalent
• P.Eng. license, or ability to obtain within 1 year.
• Be familiar with the use of bridge design codes such as CHBDC and AASHTO along with having sufficient exposure to structural analysis software programs (ex: SOFiSTiK, CSiBridge, MIDAS)
• Be conversant in the use of engineering and drafting software such as Excel, Mathcad, AutoCAD and Bluebeam Revu to efficiently produce engineering calculations and coordination documents
• Be knowledgeable in parametric conceptual designs, the use of programming environments like Grasshopper and Dynamo would be beneficial
• Experience in bridge projects with Alberta Transportation and Economic Corridors, the City of Edmonton, and the City of Calgary

A place to work and so much more

At COWI, we work together with our customers to shape a sustainable and liveable world. We do it by applying our knowledge and curiosity – and sometimes even our courage – to create the solutions the world needs today to enable a better tomorrow. That is why we say no to fossil-based projects and aspire to have 100% of our revenue come from activities that move our customers towards sustainability.

We value differences and development and cultivate an environment of belonging and having fun. Because that is what brings out the best in you, at work and at home.

With offices primarily located in the Nordic region, the UK, North America and India, we are currently more than 8,000 people who bring their expertise in engineering, architecture, energy and environment into play.

What we also offer:

Being part of the COWI community offers more than just a competitive salary. We take care of our people both professionally and personally.

Some of our benefits include:

• Flexible working arrangement
• Top-up parental and childbirth recovery leave
• Fantastic close-knit team with a wealth of knowledge to share!
• Full-time hires get a minimum of 3 weeks' vacation to start
• Floating holiday to celebrate employee diversity
• Paid sick leave
• Annual Fitness spending account. Yes, you can use this for a ski pass, yoga or gym membership
• Group RRSP program with company matching
• Personal and professional development fund
• Parking or public transit allowance
• Extended Health coverage with 100% of premiums paid by us
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• STD, LTD, AD&D, and Life Insurance
• Referral incentive program
• Frequent social events

Got more questions?
Get to know us even better at our website, www.cowi.com, where you can learn more about our projects, our strategy, what we want to achieve, and what life is like at COWI.

Equal opportunity employer

COWI provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, COWI complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.