Bridge Engineer

Neel-Schaffer, Inc.; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Neel-Schaffer, Inc. in Columbia, SC is seeking a Bridge Engineer to join our transportation structures team.

The ideal candidate will lead bridge design efforts, including new bridges, rehabilitation, widening, and related structures, collaborating across offices to deliver projects for SCDOT and other DOT clients. The role requires a BS in Civil Engineering, PE in SC or ability within 1 year, 5+ years of bridge/structural design, and proficiency in MicroStation, OpenBridge, LEAP, CSI, and

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of progressive bridge/structural design experience.
• Strong verbal communication, technical writing, and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in MicroStation and OpenBridge for bridge layout, modeling, and plan production.
• Familiarity with SCDOT design standards and AASHTO LRFD specifications.
• Experience delivering bridge projects for SCDOT or other state DOT clients.

Responsibilities

• Structural analysis and design development for bridges, culverts, and retaining structures.
• Bridge plan production and load rating.
• Shop drawing review and quality control.
• Coordination with project teams and clients across offices.
• Support successful delivery of transportation structures projects.

Skills

MicroStation

OpenBridge

LEAP Bridge Steel

CSI Bridge

AASHTOWare Bridge Design and Rating

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Licensed Professional Engineer in SC or ability to obtain within 1 year

Tools

MicroStation

OpenBridge

LEAP Bridge Steel

CSI Bridge

AASHTOWare Bridge Design and Rating

Microsoft Office

Job description

Neel-Schaffer, an Engineering News-Record Top 180 Design firm with offices in nine states, has an exciting opportunity for a Bridge Engineer to join our growing transportation structures team in the Columbia office.

The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience in the design of bridges, culverts, and retaining structures, along with the leadership skills to collaborate effectively and provide guidance within a team environment of engineers and technicians on a variety of transportation and structures projects. This position will include active participation in the design and delivery of bridge projects, including new bridge design, rehabilitation, widening, and related transportation structures. The selected candidate will be part of a well-established regional bridge team across the Southeast and will work collaboratively with colleagues across offices to support project delivery and technical excellence. Responsibilities may include structural analysis, design development, bridge plan production, load rating, shop drawing review, quality control, and coordination with project teams and clients. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to meaningful transportation infrastructure projects while expanding technical and project delivery responsibilities within a collaborative team environment.

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
• Licensed Professional Engineer in South Carolina or ability to obtain within 1 year
• Minimum 5 years of progressive bridge/structural design experience
• Strong verbal communication, technical writing, and analytical skills
• Proficiency in MicroStation and OpenBridge for bridge layout, modeling, and plan production
• Proficiency in bridge analysis, design, and load rating software such as LEAP Bridge Steel, CSI Bridge, AASHTOWare Bridge Design and Rating, or similar tools used for SCDOT bridge projects
• Working knowledge of SCDOT design standards and AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products
• Experience delivering bridge projects for SCDOT and/or other state DOT clients
• Valid driver’s license

Neel-Schaffer offers an excellent employee benefits package that includes:

• Health insurance, including Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options
• Prescription Drug coverage
• Dental and vision insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Company-paid life insurance
• Voluntary life and accidental insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan, with robust company match and investment assistance