Bridge Designer

Hanson Professional Services, Inc.; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Structural Designer to join their dynamic team in the Railroad Market. This role offers the opportunity to work on diverse bridge projects, providing design and construction engineering support. You will collaborate with engineers and clients, ensuring compliance with design specifications while also participating in inspections and evaluations. The position promises a stimulating work environment with opportunities for professional growth, including mentorship and educational programs. If you're passionate about structural engineering and eager to contribute to impactful projects, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Performance bonuses

401(k) with matching

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Health & well-being plans

Financial wellness programs

Work-life balance initiatives

Monthly educational webinars

Leadership training

Mentorship programs

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering with structural coursework.
• Registration as an Engineer Intern (EI) or equivalent required.
• Recent graduates or up to 3 years of experience welcome.

Responsibilities

• Assist in designing bridges and structures for various projects.
• Conduct analysis, design, and prepare specifications and plans.
• Evaluate construction for compliance with contract documents.

Skills

MicroStation

MS Office Suite

AutoCAD

LPILE

RISA 3-D

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Team Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Structural engineering coursework (18 credit hours)

Registration as an Engineer Intern (EI)

Master's degree in structural engineering

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD

LPILE

RISA 3-D

Job description

Position Profile

This position will work within our Railroad Market in the Bridge Discipline on rail bridge projects, as well as on bridge projects in our Infrastructure Market. The role involves providing design and construction engineering support for a broad range of structural engineering assignments, potentially including building and industrial projects.

A Day in the Life of a Structural Designer at Hanson

Here's a snapshot of your responsibilities:

1. Assist in designing bridges and structures
2. Participate in the inspection of in-service bridges and structures
3. Conduct analysis, design, calculations, and prepare specifications, details, and construction plans
4. Support construction engineering activities
5. Observe and document construction activities
6. Evaluate construction for compliance with contract documents
7. Interpret plans to understand design intent
8. Perform other duties as assigned

What We're Looking For

Qualifications for success include:

Technical Skills:

• Experience with MicroStation preferred
• Experience with MS Office Suite preferred
• Experience with AutoCAD, LPILE, and RISA 3-D is a plus

Soft Skills:

• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts effectively to engineers, clients, and stakeholders
• Ability to build effective relationships with internal and external clients
• Capability to work independently and collaboratively to solve problems and learn new skills
• Interest in diverse assignments is important

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering
• 18 credit hours of structural engineering coursework (including design project credits if applicable)
• Ability to sit for the 16-hour NCEES Structural exam
• Registration as an Engineer Intern (EI) with the Illinois Division or equivalent from another jurisdiction
• Proven academic excellence
• Recent graduate or up to 3 years of experience (salary dependent on experience)
• Master's degree in structural engineering is preferred

Working at Hanson:

• Ability to collaborate remotely
• Willingness to accept periodic out-of-town travel
• Willingness to work overtime to meet project deadlines

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits program including:

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

Learn more on our benefits page.

Culture

We value belonging and growth. Our inclusive, diverse workforce offers opportunities such as:

• Monthly educational webinars
• Leadership training
• Lunch & learn sessions
• Access to skill-building courses
• Mentorship programs
• Internship opportunities
• Employee recognition

We comply with all applicable regulations and encourage referrals of minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or staffing agencies unless a prior agreement is in place.