Bridge Engineer (Staff / Project Engineer) Lehigh Valley or Wyoming Vallet, PA

Pennoni; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Pennoni Associates in Pennsylvania is seeking a Mid-Level Bridge Engineer (4-10 years) to join our Lehigh Valley or Wyoming Valley office. The role focuses on PennDOT bridge design and inspection, leading rehab/replacement projects, and coordinating with multi-disciplinary teams.

You will prepare proposals, perform designs, load ratings, calculations, and PS&E packages; oversee junior staff, interact with clients, and support construction services such as RFI responses and shop drawing reviews.

Qualifications

• E.I. / E.I.T required with ability to obtain P.E. license within 12 months.
• Knowledge of PennDOT bridge design, analysis, and rating software.
• Proficiency in MS Office.
• Driving is a requirement; clean driving record.
• Experience with PennDOT TS&L submissions is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead bridge and culvert rehabilitation and/or replacement design projects with limited supervision.
• Coordinate with roadway, traffic, geotechnical, civil and environmental disciplines.
• Provide supervision to project engineers and junior staff.
• Attend meetings and interact with clients; prepare proposals for new work.
• Complete bridge designs, load ratings, calculations, construction plans, specs, estimates and schedules for PennDOT submissions (TS&L, PS&E).
• Support construction services including shop drawing reviews and RFI responses.

Skills

Bridge design

Communication

MS Office

Driving

E.I.T eligibility

Education

E.I. / E.I.T

Tools

Microstation

Open Bridge Designer/Modeler

Job description

Pennoni Associates is currently seeking a Mid-Level Bridge Engineer (4-10 years of experience) to work in our Lehigh Valley or Wyoming Valley, PA office with experience consistent, but not limited to: PennDOT bridge design and inspection

Responsibilities

• leading bridge and culvert rehabilitation and/or replacement design projects with limited supervision and oversight from senior engineers
• Coordination with other disciplines (roadway, traffic, geotechnical, civil, environmental, etc.) will be required
• Will include some oversight and supervision of other project and junior level engineers
• Will be required to attend meetings and interact with clients
• Will assist in preparation of proposals for new work
• Specific job tasks will include completing bridge designs, load ratings, calculations, construction plans, specifications, estimates, and schedules required for project submissions (e.g. PennDOT Type, Size, and Location (TS&L) submissions, Final Plans submissions, and Final Plans, Specifications, and Estimate (PS&E) package)
• Tasks will also include construction services such as shop drawing reviews, responding to RFI's, and general consultation with project contractors

Required Attributes

• E.I. / E.I.T Required with the ability to obtain P.E. license with 12 months of joining Pennoni
• Working knowledge of PennDOT bridge design, analysis, and rating software
• Microstation CADD software
• Experience with Open Bridge Designer / Modeler a plus
• Candidate should have excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency in MS Office software
• Driving is a requirement of the position
• A clean driving record is required

Preferred Attributes

• Municipal bridge engineer experience a plus
• Public speaking and classroom instruction a plus
• Experience assisting with project management a plus
• Knowledge of PennDOT project management process a plus
• Experience with Finite element modeling software is a plus
• NBIS bridge inspection experience and certification a plus

Why Pennoni?

At Pennoni, we’re not just another multi-disciplinary engineering firm; we’re a vibrant team of innovators shaping the future! Founded more than five decades ago, Pennoni is an ENR Top 500 consulting engineering firm where individuality sparks innovation and growth. We’re all about helping you build your career while fostering a great workplace culture - here, you’ll work with supportive, talented teammates and find pride in your contributions. Join us to be part of a team that values your unique skills and drives excellence in every project!