Bridge Engineer

Davita Inc.; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a qualified Bridge Engineer to support projects in Mobile, AL; Tallahassee, FL; or Nashville, TN. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Civil Engineering and significant experience in bridge design and analysis. The role involves analyzing structures, preparing calculations, and coordinating with various teams to ensure high-quality deliverables. Employees benefit from competitive compensation and a supportive work environment that fosters professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Flexible work/life balance

401(k) retirement savings plan with employer matching

Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays

Medical, Dental, & Vision coverage

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Wellness incentives

Qualifications

• 5 - 10 years of engineering experience in bridge design.
• Licensed PE required.
• Proficiency in using bridge analysis software programs.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine engineering assignments using basic principles.
• Analyze bridge structures and prepare structural calculations.
• Coordinate with other disciplines for project conformity.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Independence

Initiative

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

SAP 2000

Open Bridge Designer

FB-MultiPier

LARSA 4D

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Job description

Are we the road to your future?

Volkert is employee owned and a Top 100 design firm, committed to providing clients with creative solutions for sustainability, including improvements to infrastructure, the environment, and natural resources. Founded in 1925, Volkert is celebrating a century of serving our employees, clients, partners, and communities.

We are currently searching for an experienced Bridge Engineer to support our East Gulf Region located in Mobile, AL; Tallahassee, FL or Nashville, TN.

What you'll be doing:

• Perform the routine aspects of assignments requiring knowledge and application of basic engineering principles
• Projects may include highway or rail bridges, retaining walls, box culverts, and sign structures. Analyze structures using various structural engineering software programs such as SAP 2000, LARSA, RISA, MDX, MathCAD, EXCEL, LEAP, LPile, FB-Multipier, AASHTOWare, and/or MicroStation.
• Prepare or check structural calculations and details of structural elements for various materials, predominantly steel and prestressed concrete
• Review drawings and documents and prepare technical clarifications
• Guide designers/drafters to prepare structural designs and/or drawings
• Coordinate with other disciplines such as roadway, drainage, and perform checks of documents for conformance to structural drawings
• Must be dependable with the ability to work independently as well as part of a team to meet deadlines and provide high-quality work
• Perform Load Rating Analysis for different types of bridges

What you need to have:

• Bachelors or Master's Degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited engineering program
• 5 - 10 years of engineering experience in bridge design
• Recent experience in steel and/or concrete bridge design using AASHTO LRFD standards
• Licensed PE
• Proficiency in using bridge analysis software programs such as Open Bridge Designer, SAP 2000, FB-MultiPier, RISA and LARSA 4D. Familiarity with drafting software such as MicroStation or AutoCAD and other bridge analysis software.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening to ensure a safe and productive work environment. Volkert adheres to federal guidelines, which may include testing for substances such as marijuana. Please note that federal regulations may differ from state-specific guidelines
• Valid driver's license
• A satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR)
• Characteristics of a successful Volkert team member:
  • Be a brand ambassador for the company who engages in diversity and inclusion
  • Be self-motivated to meet individual goals and maintain accountability in a team environment
  • Exercise initiative and independent judgement in the solution of work problems
  • Be able to communicate effectively- verbal and written
  • Be able to multi-task in a team environment
  • Be able to collaborate with others in order to success as a Team

Volkert Perks:

• Competitive compensation
• Flexibility and a positive work/life balance
• Challenging and innovative projects
• Employee referral program
• Professional development
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401(k) retirement savings plan + employer matching
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
• Medical, Dental, & Vision
• Employer-Paid Life/AD&D insurance
• Employer-Paid short-term disability and long-term disability
• Wellness incentives
• Additional voluntary benefits

The words from our Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer, Thomas A. Hand, PE, capture best how you can make an impact while working for Volkert.

"For a century, Volkert has done meaningful work that improves our infrastructure and quality of life throughout our communities. We are proud of our one-hundred-year legacy and humbled by the opportunities ahead of us as we look forward to our next century of service. With our commitment to employee ownership and sustainable growth, you can build a career here that really makes a difference."

- Thomas A. Hand, PE, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer

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