Bridge Project Engineer I

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson, Inc.; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision

401K Retirement Plan

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Career Development Programs

Job summary

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson, Inc. is seeking a civil engineer with 5–10 years of bridge, culvert, and retaining wall design experience.

The role involves leading design work, coordinating with multiple disciplines, and preparing contract plans and estimates. The ideal candidate holds an ABET-accredited civil engineering degree and an Engineer-in-Training certification, with proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong written communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from an ABET accredited program.
• 5–10 years’ experience in bridge, culvert and retaining wall design.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Written and communication skills.
• Engineer-in-training certification.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, conduct or coordinate detailed phases of the engineering work on a project.
• Perform or check design computations.
• Design projects per client specs using design software and drawing tools.
• Prepare and compile contract plans, specs and estimates.
• Attend meetings with clients and assist taking meeting minutes.
• Coordinate with other disciplines and ensure integration into the design.
• Provide technical oversight and guidance to Design Engineers.

Skills

Communication skills

Written communication

Education

ABET-accredited civil engineering program

Engineer-in-training certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

MicroStation

Bentley Software

Job description

Position Summary

Responsible for engineering design using knowledge of general engineering principles and practices to interpret, organize, execute and coordinate assignments with limited supervision.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, conduct or coordinate detailed phases of the engineering work in a part of a major project or in a total project of moderate scope.
• Perform or check design computations
• Design projects in accordance with client specifications and guidelines, using design software and drawing tools
• Assist in the preparation of engineering documents for advertisement and construction
• Prepare and compile contract plans, specifications and estimates
• Attend meetings with clients and assist taking meeting minutes
• Coordinate with other disciplines and understand how they fit into the project and design.
• Quality review of project design in accordance with the Project Management Plan.
• Technical oversight and guidance/support of Design Engineers within department

Nonessential Functions and Responsibilities

• Perform other related duties as assigned

Required Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related field from an ABET accredited engineering program
• 5-10 years’ experience of Bridge, Culvert and Retaining Wall Design
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Written and communication skills
• Engineer-in-training certification

Preferred Experience

• South Carolina Professional Engineering License is a plus
• NBIS-compliant Bridge Inspection Team Leader
• 3+ years of bridge inspection experience
• Familiarity with SCDOT bridge inspection procedures and reporting requirements
• Proficient in MicroStation, Bentley Software (OBD, RCPIER and Conspan), ETCulvert and other structural analysis software packages
• Understanding of SCDOT guidelines, procedures, and plan preparation

Working Conditions

Work is performed within a general office environment 95% of the time. Work is generally sedentary in nature but may require occasional standing and walking. Lighting and temperature are adequate and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. within the office environment.

Field work is required on occasion where work may be conducted outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions. Some lifting (up to 25 lbs) may be required as needed.

Benefits

• Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Company paid Life and Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Caregiver Leave Program
• 401K Retirement Plan (Traditional and Roth options)
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Career Development Programs
• And more...
• Benefits | JMT

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.