Bridge Engineer (Entry Level)

Garver Engineering; North Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an entry-level Bridge Engineer to join their North Little Rock office. This role offers the opportunity to work alongside experienced engineers and contribute to the design and analysis of various bridge projects. As you gain experience, you will have the chance to take on more responsibilities, including project management roles. The firm emphasizes professional development, offering support for industry licenses and continuing education. Join a team that values a people-first culture and is committed to delivering quality design solutions in the transportation sector.

Benefits

Company-paid professional memberships

Support for industry licenses

Continuing education opportunities

Wellness programs

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• Design and detailing experience with prestressed concrete and structural steel.

Responsibilities

• Design and load rating of prestressed and steel bridges.
• Assist with design of retaining walls and sign support structures.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Design and detailing experience with prestressed concrete

Registered as an Engineer in Training (EIT)

Proficiency in MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Master's degree in civil engineering

Tools

MicroStation

Structural analysis software

Job description

Careers

Bridge Engineer (Entry Level)

North Little Rock, Arkansas

Garver's Transportation Design Center, an integrated team with proficiency and focus in delivering bridge and structural projects, is seeking an entry-level Bridge Engineer for our North Little Rock, AR office. This position will join our in-house engineers, designers, and technicians to provide technical expertise in all areas required to successfully deliver sound solutions and quality design.

This Bridge Engineer will perform a wide range of design tasks from basic to complex, as well as assist with tasks such as design of bridge components and other transportation-related structures, detailing for plan production, quantity calculation, report preparation, and site inspection.

Other responsibilities include but are not limited to:

1. Design and load rating of simple and/or continuous span prestressed bridges
2. Design and load rating of simple and/or continuous span steel bridges
3. Design of retaining wall and sign support structures
4. Bridge repair/rehabilitation design

As experience is acquired, responsibilities will lead into increased discipline lead or project management opportunities.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering from an ABET-accredited program
• Strong communication skills
• Proficiency in MS Office
• Registered as an Engineer in Training (EIT)
• Design and detailing experience with prestressed concrete, reinforced concrete, and structural steel
• Experience with MicroStation, structural analysis, and design software

Preferred Skills

• Master's degree in civil engineering from an ABET-accredited program with structural emphasis
• Registered as a Professional Engineer (PE)
• Familiarity with AASHTO Bridge Design Specifications
• Familiarity with ARDOT standards and manuals
• Experience in planning and design for bridges

Grow With Us

Garver offers programs such as company-paid professional memberships, support for industry licenses, and continuing education opportunities. We provide the tools, resources, and environment to develop leaders, stimulate ideas, and accomplish projects. Our competitive salary packages, benefits, and wellness programs support work-life balance.

Founded in 1919, Garver is an employee-owned firm focused on aviation, transportation, buildings, federal, water and wastewater services; surveying; advisory services; and construction engineering and inspection. Recognized in ENR's Top 500 Design Firms, with over 1,300 employees, Garver values a people-first culture and has been recognized as a top firm to work for by Zweig Group. Learn more at GarverUSA.com.

Garver is committed to equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees, based on capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category.