Bridge Civil Engineer (EIT)

Hanson Professional Services Inc.; Illinois; On-site; USD 76,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Performance bonuses

401(k) with matching contribution

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Comprehensive health & well-being plans

Financial wellness plans

Work-life balance programs

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Bridge Engineer (EIT) to assist in designing and inspecting bridges and structures. The candidate should possess a Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering and complete 18 credit hours in structural coursework. Experience with MicroStation, AutoCAD, and the ability to communicate technical concepts are essential. The salary ranges from $76,000 to $95,000, and the firm offers performance bonuses, 401(k), and various wellness programs.

Qualifications

• Must have a Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering.
• 18 credit hours in structural engineering required.
• Eligible to sit for the NCEES Structural exam.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design of bridges and structures.
• Participate in inspection of in-service bridges.
• Conduct analysis, prepare specifications and plans.
• Assist in construction engineering.
• Document construction activity for compliance.

Skills

MicroStation

MS Office Suite

AutoCAD

LPILE

RISA 3-D

Communication of technical concepts

Relationship building

Independent and team work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering

Structural engineering coursework (18 credit hours)

NCEES Structural exam eligibility

Engineer Intern registration

Job description

Overview

Hanson Values: Integrity | Commitment | Quality | Relationships | Innovation

If you’re looking for a firm that encourages innovative thinking and challenges you every day, with an opportunity to learn and advance, a career at Hanson is right for you. The belief in sustainability within our company’s practices creates a focus on client success and partnerships that are important to our communities and our environment.

Position

A Day in the Life of a Bridge Engineer (EIT) at Hanson

Here’s a snapshot of what you would do in this role:

• Assist and participate in design of bridges and structures
• Assist and participate in the inspection of in-service bridges and structures
• Conduct analysis and design, calculation, preparation of specifications, details, and construction plans
• Assist and participate in construction engineering
• Conduct observation and documentation of construction activity
• Conduct evaluation of construction for compliance with contract documents
• Interpret plans for design intent
• Other duties as assigned

What We’re Looking For

We feel the following qualifications would set you up for success in this role:

Skills

• Experience with MicroStation preferred
• Experience with MS Office Suite preferred
• Experience with AutoCAD, LPILE and RISA 3-D a plus
• Must be able to communicate complex technical concepts to engineers, clients, and/or public stakeholders
• Must be able to build effective relationships with internal and external client bases
• Must be able to work independently and as a team member to problem solve and learn new technical skills
• Interest in experiencing a variety of assignments is important

Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering
• 18 credit hours of structural engineering coursework (may include design project credit hours if your role was structural). For those 6 or fewer credit hours short of the 18 credit hour requirement, proof of class enrollment to achieve this level is required (reimbursable).
• The ability to sit for the 16-hour NCEES Structural exam
• Registration as an Engineer Intern (EI) with the Illinois Division of Professional Regulation required or the ability to obtain in 6 months, or an equivalent registration from another jurisdiction recognized by the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES)
• Demonstrated excellence in academia
• Candidate may be recent graduate or an experienced individual with up to 3 years of experience (salary commensurate with experience)
• Candidates with a master’s degree in structural engineering are preferred

Compensation range: $76,000 – $95,000

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Performance bonuses
• 401(k) with matching contribution
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Comprehensive health & well-being plans
• Financial wellness plans
• Work-life balance programs

Want to know more? Visit our benefits page for all the details.

Culture & Equal Opportunity

About: We understand that selecting a job is about more than the day-to-day tasks. It’s important to feel like you belong and safe to grow and progress along your career path. You’ll find that at Hanson. We have an inclusive, diverse workforce awaiting to connect with you and numerous opportunities to cultivate your career, including:

• Monthly educational webinars
• Leadership training
• Lunch & learn development sessions
• 24/7 access to thousands of skill-building courses
• Mentorship opportunities
• Award-winning internship program
• Employee recognition
• And so much more!

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EEO — EMPLOYER

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