Bridge & Structures Project Engineer (Mid to Senior level)

DOWL; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 88,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Bridge and Structures Project Engineer 1, where your expertise in structural design will shape the future of engineering projects. This role offers the opportunity to lead design efforts, mentor junior engineers, and ensure project success through innovative solutions. You'll work with a collaborative team, applying your knowledge of engineering standards and software to deliver high-quality results. With a commitment to inclusion and integrity, this established firm values your contributions and supports your professional growth in a dynamic environment. If you're ready to make an impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 6 years of experience in structural engineering with a focus on design and analysis.
• PE license required; SE preferred for advanced roles.

Responsibilities

• Lead structural design and analysis for various engineering projects.
• Prepare structural calculations, cost estimates, and technical specifications.

Skills

Structural Design

Technical Writing

Project Management

Client Interaction

Team Leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Master's Degree in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MathCAD

Microsoft Office

Structural Analysis Software

Job description

For over 60 years, DOWL has thrived as an established, highly reputable, professional services consulting firm, recognizing that the foundation of our past, present, and our future is our people. DOWL’s foundation is built upon four core values: Inclusion, Integrity, Innovation, and Inspiration. These values are rooted in everything we do. As a valued partner on our team, you will be one of the People Who Make It Happen!

Summary

The Bridge and Structures Project Engineer 1 is responsible for leading the structural design and analysis efforts on a variety of engineering projects. The person in this position must be licensed to serve as engineer-of-record on assigned projects in the state of primary practice or should be licensed in a different state with the ability to get the required license within 6 months of hire. The person in this position should show a strong working knowledge in AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications; and/or the International Building Code and ASCE 7: Minimum Design Loads and Associated Criteria for Buildings and Other Structures. The person in this position is expected to work well with others, absorb and apply constructive criticism, and seek guidance from more experienced team members, and provide guidance to less experienced team members as necessary.

Job Responsibilities and Duties

To be successful in this position, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Software

• Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) - Basic
• Market Sector Software (MathCAD, AutoCAD or MicroStation) - Basic
• Advanced understanding of structural analysis software
• Independently model complex structures
• Model very complex structures with mentoring (i.e., multi-modal, non-linear)

Technical Expertise

• Solid understanding of engineering fundamentals
• Writes clear internal communications (emails, meeting minutes, etc.)
• Performs complex structural design tasks independently
• Independently checks basic designs
• Expert understanding of technical writing
• Prepares simple memos
• Divides complex projects into manageable tasks
• Leads design efforts as engineer-of-record on a variety of projects
• Leads complex technical reports
• Reviews memos and reports deliverables
• Mentors others on design tasks
• Contributes to proposals

Teamwork

Leads structural design teams (3-5 people) to complete structural tasks. Structures lead overseeing delivery of structures work on small multi-discipline projects.

Project Delivery

• Prepares structural calculations and cost estimates independently
• Creates CAD markups
• Writes technical specifications and develops contract plans independently. Assembles structural calculation books
• Oversees file management
• Advanced understanding of multi-discipline project delivery
• Actively mentors others

Understanding Budget and Schedule

Advanced understanding of scopes, schedules, and budgets (i.e., estimate schedule for complex tasks); able to predict and deliver individual tasks within a set level of effort. Able to consistently meet budget and schedule expectations on projects. Develops budgets and schedules for complex tasks. Breaks down complex projects into logical tasks. Mentors others on above. Able to prioritize multiple assignments to successfully deliver all assigned projects on time and on budget.

Industry Standards and Regulations

Expert understanding of standard design codes. Actively mentors others on interpreting design codes. Understands limitations of design codes.

Client Interaction

Answers questions and resolves issues related to individual design tasks. Resolves project issues on moderate to complex projects. Interacts with clients in project meetings. Consistently uses appropriate communication tools (e.g., email versus phone) and understands appropriate messaging. Understands legal risks.

Other

Other duties as assigned.

Level of Work/Accountability

Performs advanced levels of technical work on large, complex projects as a trusted technical member of the market sector. Operates with a high level of autonomy. Reviews the work of others. May perform some project management tasks.

Supervisory Duties

May be a supervisor:

• Oversees team operations and the daily workflow of the team
• Organizes workflow and ensures that employees understand their duties or delegated tasks
• Recruits and hires new employees
• Implements training for new hires and identifies training opportunities for current staff
• Communicates information from leadership to employees and vice versa
• Monitors employee productivity and provides constructive feedback and coaching
• Sets goals for performance and deadlines in ways that comply with company’s plans and vision and communicates them to employees
• Provides constructive and timely performance evaluations
• Decides on reward and promotion based on performance
• Handles discipline and termination of employees as needed and in accordance with company policy

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor's Degree required; Master's Degree preferred
• Years of experience required: 6 years
• Years of experience required with advanced degree: 5 years

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• PE required; SE preferred
• Must have a valid driver’s license and a good driving record

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and use hands. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Geographical locations are taken into consideration with respect to compensation.

Salary Range: $88,593.12 to $132,889.90 DOE

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities