Civil Engineer - Bridge Design

Woolpert; Naples (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Woolpert, a global leader in architecture, engineering and geospatial services, seeks a Bridge Design Engineer to join our Transportation team in Florida. You will work on diverse projects, including steel and concrete bridges, retaining walls and culverts, collaborating across disciplines and locations.

The role requires ABET accreditation, a civil engineering degree, 8+ years of bridge experience, Florida PE license or eligibility, and proficiency with design software such as OpenBridge

Qualifications

• ABET Accreditation is required for eligibility.
• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering is required.
• Minimum 8 years of bridge design experience.
• Florida PE license or eligibility within 6 months of employment.
• Experience with steel and concrete bridge design.
• Experience with bridge analysis software (OpenBridge Designer, FEA, line girder).
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil3D or Bentley MicroStation/OpenRoads Designer.
• Knowledge of Florida DOT and AASHTO design standards.
• Willing to relocate to listed Florida cities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and perform design for bridge, retaining wall, and culvert projects.
• Prepare project analyses, load ratings, structural studies, construction plans, and reports.
• Review or check design calculations, estimates, and plans developed by others.
• Perform hydraulic studies related to bridge design development.
• Provide mentorship and support to other engineers.

Skills

Bridge design

Communication

Autonomy

Mentorship

Education

ABET Accredited

B.S. in Civil Engineering

Florida PE License or eligibility

Tools

OpenBridge Designer

Finite Element Modeling

Line Girder Analysis

AutoCAD Civil3D

Bentley MicroStation/OpenRoads Designer

Job description

We seek to move the world forward through innovative thinking.

Woolpert is an award-winning, global leader in architecture, engineering, and geospatial services. We blend design excellence with cutting-edge technology to deliver exceptional client value. Our team is passionate about their work and committed to building the next generation of industry leaders, and as a certified Great Place to Work®, Woolpert embraces progress and innovation to create limitless opportunities for career growth.

Position Overview

Woolpert is seeking a Bridge Design Engineer to join our growing Transportation team in one of our Florida locations. As a bridge engineer, you will be involved in diverse transportation projects spanning multiple locations, clients, complexity, and size. In addition to steel and concrete bridges, you will be exposed to work involving retaining walls, culverts, and other unique specialties, including pedestrian timber suspension bridges and covered bridge rehabilitations. Given the wide range of markets within Woolpert, our engineers often collaborate with disciplines outside of the transportation group, providing structural design support for our Energy, Aviation, and Water Resources practices.

We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Applicants must already possess work authorization in the country the job is located.

What You Will Do:

• Work as part of a diverse team of Licensed Professionals, EITs, and interns to complete bridge and other transportation tasks.
• Lead and perform design for various aspects of bridge, retaining wall, and culvert design.
• Prepare project analyses, load ratings, structure type studies, construction plans, and reports related to infrastructure projects.
• Demonstrate knowledge and application of engineering principles and ability to complete design and analysis calculations.
• Review or check design calculations, engineering estimates, and plans developed by others.
• Perform hydraulic studies in relation to bridge design development.
• Provide mentorship and support to other engineers.

What You Will Bring:

• Must be ABET Accredited
• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering.
• Minimum of 8 years of professional experience with understanding of bridge design and engineering principles.
• Florida PE License (or can be obtained within 6 months of employment).
• Experience in steel and concrete design.
• Experience with bridge analysis software (OpenBridge Designer, finite element modeling, line girder analysis).
• Strong written and oral communication skills and report writing ability.
• Florida is an emerging territory for Woolpert transportation; therefore, the ability to work autonomously is required. In addition, sales support or industry involvement may be required to assist in growing the region.
• Ability to work in AutoCAD Civil3D or Bentley MicroStation/OpenRoads Designer.
• Strong knowledge of Florida DOT and AASHTO design standards.
• Must be located or willing to relocate to one of the cities listed in the job posting.

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Benefits You Will Love

Certified as a Great Place to Work, Woolpert is one of the fastest-growing architecture, engineering, and geospatial companies in the world. With over 75 offices and countless projects around the globe, you’ll work on meaningful assignments that improve quality of life around the world. In addition to offering competitive pay, we provide employees with a robust set of unique benefits, including:

• Freedom to Work program: Set your own schedule and location (as appropriate).
• Principal program: Earn the opportunity to become an owner of the firm.
• Flexible paid time off/vacation: Take time off when it makes sense for you and your team.
• Career development: Explore a wide range of learning and growth opportunities within and across industries.
• Health, life, vision, and dental insurance: Cover all your medical bases.
• Paid sick time, retirement plan, fitness reimbursement, pet insurance, identity protection, technology stipend, employee assistance program, and more!

Base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

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