Bridge/Structural Engineer

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Nashville (TN)

On-site

USD 85,000 - 130,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Collier Engineering seeks an experienced Bridge/Structural Engineer to support the Transportation Design Department in Tennessee. The role emphasizes bridges, retaining walls, and transportation structures with Open Roads and other analysis tools.

Requirements include 4+ years of relevant experience, strong analytical skills, and the ability to coordinate with engineers, designers, and technicians. A Tennessee PE license is required or pursued, with a master’s preferred for advanced projects.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Transportation/Structural Engineering required.
Experience in bridge design, inspections, and reporting.
License: Tennessee Professional Engineering preferred or required.

Responsibilities

Assist in designing highway and pedestrian bridge projects with project teams.
Participate in bridge inspections for routine and complex structures.
Prepare and review reports, designs, plans, specs, estimates, and contract documents.
Perform structural design calculations and finite element analyses.
Develop load rating analyses and bridge load rating reports.
Assist in quantity calculations and cost estimations for bridge reports.
Communicate with project team, clients, and review agencies to resolve issues.

Skills

Bridge design

Finite element analysis

Open Roads Designer

LEAP Bridge

Midas

CSi Bridge

Microstation CAD

Civil engineering principles

Data collection & analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Transportation/Structural Engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

LEAP Bridge

Midas

CSi Bridge

Microstation CAD

Open Roads Designer

Job description

Bridge/Structural Engineer

Collier Engineering is seeking an experienced Structural Engineer to support our Transportation Design Department and help develop the department to align with Collier Engineering’s Vision of improving Tennessee communities. We are looking for a driven individual with a background in structural design with an emphasis on bridges, retaining walls, and transportation structures. The ideal candidate will have experience with Bentley Open Roads Software Suite. The ideal candidate will demonstrate reliability, make independent judgment calls, take ownership of assigned tasks, and work well in a team.

Desired Skills and Experience

4+ years of relevant experience preferred
Assist in designing highway and pedestrian bridge projects, coordinating with engineers, designers, technicians, and CADD staff.
Participate in bridge inspections for routine and complex bridge structures.
Preparation and review of reports, designs, and preliminary, and final plans and technical specifications, contract documents, and estimates, and make recommendations for additions, deletions, and substitutions when modifications are necessary.
Participate in the collection and analysis of data.
Perform structural engineering design calculations and investigative analysis.
Develop finite element load rating analysis and compile bridge load rating reports.
Perform bridge load rating analysis and compile bridge load rating reports.
Assist in quantity calculations and estimating costs for bridge reports.
Communicate and interact with project team members, client representatives, review agencies, and others as appropriate to the project. Assist in resolving a variety of complex problems (e.g. conflicting design requirements, unsuitability of conventional materials, challenging coordination requirements).
Perform tasks that demonstrate strong attention to detail, strong organizational and time management skills, build and maintain excellent interpersonal relationships, and work independently on multiple tasks preferred. Strong written and verbal communication and collaborative skills.
Knowledge of civil engineering principles, practices, and construction specifications, plans, and regulations.
Ability to operate motorized equipment.
Attendance, punctuality, and reliability are essential requirements.
Flexible work schedule and ability to meet project deadlines.
Valid Driver’s License
The ability to qualify for insurance through our Fleet Program.

Additional Responsibilities

Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Transportation/Structural Engineering is required; Emphasis or concentration in structures is preferred. Master’s degree preferred.
Prefer 4+ years of experience in bridge design engineering, which includes project work on complex structures, finite element analysis, seismic analysis, and design.
Bridge Inspection experience/certification preferred.
Tennessee Professional Engineering license required.
Advanced knowledge of the practical applications of engineering principles, practices, and techniques, including AASHTO guidelines.
Experience in developing and modifying MathCAD programs.
Experience with bridge engineering software, including LEAP Bridge, is required. Refined analysis with Midas, CSi Bridge, or other finite element analysis software is preferred.
Experience in Microstation CAD, Open Roads Designer, and Microsoft Office applications, (particularly Word and Excel) preferred.
Maintain a culture of continuous improvement and problem-solving.

Collier Engineering Benefits Include:

Being part of a family-owned firm means treating our employees more like family. We aren’t just about work; from ping pong tournaments to annual cookouts, we aim to organize team-building and socializing events that strengthen our work family.