Bridge Engineer - #2922

Wade Trim; Taylor (MI); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Performance bonuses

Employee stock program

Job summary

Wade Trim is hiring a Structural Bridge Engineer in Taylor, Michigan to enhance our presence in the Transportation Market Segment. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, a minimum of 4 years of bridge design experience, and a PE license. Responsibilities include leading design efforts, preparing construction specifications, and conducting inspections. We offer a competitive salary and benefits, plus a flexible hybrid work schedule after 30 days.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of transportation structural/bridge design experience.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE).
• Familiarity with MDOT and ODOT bridge design packages.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and rehabilitation of conventional and complex bridges.
• Prepare Plans, Specifications, and Estimate (PSE) packages.
• Conduct bridge inspections and load ratings.

Skills

Technical writing

Communication skills

Structural analysis

Bridge design

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD/Civil 3D

MicroStation/Geopak/ORD

Job description

What We Offer:

Our excellent salary and benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long‑term disability coverage, education reimbursement, 401(k), performance bonuses, and an employee stock program.

Position Description

We are looking for a Structural Bridge Engineer to strengthen and increase our growing footprint in the Transportation Market Segment in the Midwest region. Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in civil engineering with an emphasis in structural engineering, a minimum of four years of transportation structural/bridge design experience, a PE license, and a current NHI Bridge Inspection certification (preferred). Familiarity with structural analysis and design of conventional and complex bridges is essential and experience in preparing MDOT, ODOT, or other DOTs, and local agency bridge design packages is also required. Software experience with AutoCAD/Civil 3D, MicroStation/Geopak/ORD as well as knowledge of AASHTO, AREMA, and DOT design standards are preferred. Excellent technical writing, organization, and communication skills are essential. Candidates must be self‑motivated and able to work independently and collaboratively with others. A flexible hybrid‑remote/office work schedule is available after 30 days.

Typical Responsibilities

• Technical lead role in design for new and rehabilitation of conventional and complex bridges for our growing organization
• Technical lead for analysis, design, construction support services for various bridge types, culverts, earth retaining structures and other transportation related structures
• Prepare geometric/bridge layouts, construction specifications, and material quantity calculations
• Prepare Plans, Specifications, and Estimate (PSE) packages using federal, state, and local specifications, guidelines and standards
• Review shop drawings produced by fabricators and detailers, calculations performed by other engineers, coordinate with design team, site visits to address site issues and verify existing conditions, and respond to request for information
• Conduct various types of bridge load ratings
• Conduct bridge inspections/scoping and condition assessments
• Strong technical writing, analytical and communication skills
• Interact with other civil engineering disciplines during design
• Prepare federal, state, and local permits
• Detail oriented with an emphasis on quality work products and deliverables
• Assist with proposals, marketing, project reports and technical presentations
• Assist with and monitor scope, budget, and schedule for new and existing projects
• Mentor staff to support their growth and professional development
• Attend client, public, project, and staff meetings including client progress, plan review, pre‑construction, etc. depending on client and project requirements
• Maintain a safe working environment

Education & Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering with an emphasis on structural engineering is required
• 4+ years of transportation structural design experience
• Licensed Professional Engineer
• Familiarity with structural analysis and design of conventional and complex bridges is essential and experience in preparing MDOT, ODOT, other DOTs, and local agency bridge design packages is required
• Current NHI Bridge Inspection certification is preferred, or ability to obtain certification

Wade Trim is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.