Bridge Design Engineering Associate

Larson Design Group; Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Larson Design Group seeks an entry-level Engineering Associate to assist in applying engineering principles for design computations and preparing technical reports. Responsibilities include reviewing designs, supporting project submissions, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Candidates should have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in engineering and strong communication skills.

Preferred qualifications include experience with Microstation or similar software. This role provides an excellent opportunity for growth within a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's or Master's Degree in a relevant Engineering field from ABET accredited school.
• Experience: No previous relevant work experience is required. Prior internships in the A/E industry is preferred.
• Licensure/Certification: Engineer in Training (EIT) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and reviews design computations, plan designs, and drawings.
• Researches, reviews, interprets, and understands written regulations, code compliance, and permit requirements.
• Completes inspections and field work assignments as needed.

Skills

Proficiency with Microstation

Proficiency with Open Roads

Proficiency with InRoads

Strong oral communication skills

Strong written communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in a relevant Engineering field

Engineer in Training (EIT)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Your Opportunity + Impact

This Engineering Associate is an entry-level technical role who is on the professional Engineer license track that will apply basic to intermediate engineering principles to complete design computations, prepare written technical reports, design plans, and details. The Engineering Associate may be called upon to make minor project decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepares and reviews design computations, plan designs, and drawings.
• Reviews submittals and coordinates project submissions.
• Prepares and reviews specifications, draft letters, and written technical reports.
• Completes inspections and field work assignments as needed.
• Researches, reviews, interprets, and understands written regulations, code compliance, and permit requirements and applies them to design projects.
• Maintains appropriate documentation of work and project records.
• Possesses knowledge of Codes and Standards applicable to design of projects.
• Develops technically accurate, clean, and deliverable drawings.
• Promotes, utilizes, and supports quality assurance and quality control processes to improve the quality of deliverables and reduce design errors and omissions.
• Performs work within assigned budgets.

Education and Experience

• Education: Bachelor's or Master's Degree in a relevant Engineering field from ABET accredited school.
• Experience: No previous relevant work experience is required. Prior internships in the A/E industry is preferred.
• Licensure/Certification: Engineer in Training (EIT) preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency with Microstation, Open Roads, InRoads (Surfaces and Templates), and other related software programs preferred.
• Must have a strong desire to expand knowledge base and undertake new responsibilities.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Possess strong oral & written communication skills, and have strong organizational & time management skills
• Must be able to work both independently and as part of a project team.

EEO Statement

Larson Design Group, Inc. is an Affiant Action and Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization.