Bridge Engineer

Gcw,-Inc.; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

GCW, Inc. in Las Vegas, NV is seeking a bridge design engineer to lead planning, analysis, and delivery of transportation infrastructure projects.

The role provides technical leadership for bridges, retaining walls, and related structures, coordinating multidisciplinary teams and ensuring projects meet schedule, budget, and design standards. Requirements include BS in Civil Engineering, 4+ years in bridge design, Nevada PE license or eligibility within 6 months, and a MS preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's of Science in Civil Engineering required.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Nevada Professional Engineer license or ability to obtain within 6 months after hire.
• Minimum four years of bridge design experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform and oversee bridge design, load rating, rehabilitation, widening, and replacement projects.
• Prepare and review engineering calculations, plans, specifications, quantity takeoffs, cost estimates, and technical reports.
• Ensure compliance with AASHTO LRFD, NDOT requirements, and applicable codes.
• Coordinate project schedules and budgets.
• Review and approve engineering work products for quality, accuracy, and constructability.
• Coordinate with clients, agencies, contractors, and multidisciplinary design teams during development and construction.
• Participate in project meetings, respond to RFIs, review shop drawings, and support construction engineering services.
• Design bridges utilizing AASHTO LRFD; design buildings with IBC; design retaining walls; design flood control structures; water reservoirs and pump stations; perform structural analysis.

Skills

Bridge design

Load rating

Rehabilitation

Widening

Replacement

Calculations

Codes compliance

Project coordination

Construction support

Education

B.S. in Civil Engineering

M.S. in Civil/structural engineering

Job description

Description

Serves as a bridge and structural engineer responsible for planning, analysis, design, and delivery of transportation infrastructure projects. Provides technical leadership for bridge, retaining wall, and related structural projects; coordinates multidisciplinary teams; supports business development efforts; and ensures projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with applicable design standards and client requirements.

Essential Responsibilities

• Perform and oversee bridge design, load rating, rehabilitation, widening, and replacement projects.
• Prepare and review engineering calculations, plans, specifications, quantity takeoffs, cost estimates, and technical reports.
• Ensure compliance with AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications, NDOT requirements, and applicable ACI, AISC, and building codes.
• Coordinate project schedules and budgets.
• Review and approve engineering work products for quality, accuracy, and constructability.
• Coordinate with clients, agencies, contractors, and multidisciplinary design teams throughout project development and construction.
• Participate in project meetings, respond to RFIs, review shop drawings, and support construction engineering services.

Structural Division

• Design bridges utilizing AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Manual
• Design buildings utilizing IBC
• Design retaining walls
• Design flood control structures including detention basin infrastructure, junction structures
• Design water reservoirs and pump stations
• Perform structural analysis

Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and Experience Requirements

Bachelor's of Science degree in Civil engineering is required. A Master's of Science degree in an appropriate engineering discipline is preferred. Minimum four (4) years of experience in bridge design.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

This position requires a Nevada Professional Engineer license, or capable of acquiring in six (6) months after hire. Valid driver’s license.

*The responsibilities outlined in this job description are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. The employer reserves the right to modify this job description at any time or with or without notice.