Engineer II - Structures

Rk; Nashville (TN); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Paid time off

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Paid Holidays

Career growth

Job summary

RK&K is seeking a Structural/Bridge Engineer to join the Nashville, TN team. The role involves designing bridges and related structures, from concept to construction plans, and performing NBIS-compliant inspections.

You will work with a multi-disciplinary team, review calculations, and contribute to business development. A bachelor’s degree in civil/structural engineering and EIT is required, with 1+ years of bridge experience and proficiency in key structural software.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil or structural engineering.
• 1+ years experience in structural/bridge engineering.
• EIT registration (FE passed).
• Experience or willingness to learn software such as LARSA, LEAP Bridge Concrete/Steel, STAAD Pro, VBent, MicroStation, OpenBridge Designer.
• Effective, professional oral and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Design structural components of bridges, box culverts, retaining walls and related structures.
• Provide geometry layout and quantity development.
• Draft inspection reports.
• Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary RK&K team.
• Review design calculations, drawings, estimates and specifications produced by junior engineers.
• Perform NBIS bridge inspections.

Skills

Bridge experience

EIT certification

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil or structural engineering

Master’s degree in civil engineering or structures

Tools

LARSA

LEAP Bridge Concrete/Steel

STAAD Pro

VBent

MicroStation

OpenBridge Designer

Job description

RK&K has an opportunity for a Structural/Bridge Engineer to join our team in Nashville, TN. As a Structural Bridge Engineer with RK&K you will prepare designs for bridges and other transportation related structures for a variety of projects and clients. Provide preliminary concepts to final construction plans. You will also provide structural condition inspections of bridges and structures following NBIS guidelines.

Essential Functions

• Design structural components of bridges, box culverts, retaining walls and related structures
• Provide expertise in geometric layout and quantity development
• Draft inspection reports
• Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team across RK&K’s portfolio
• Review/check design calculations, drawings, estimates and specifications produced by junior engineers
• Willingness to engage in business development activities
• Perform bridge inspections in accordance with the NBIS

Required Skills and Experience

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or structural engineering
• Minimum of 1+ years experience in structural/bridge engineering
• Registration as an EIT (FE passed)
• Experience or willingness to learn software such as: LARSA, LEAP Bridge Concrete/Steel, STAAD Pro, VBent, MicroStation, OpenBridge Designer, various other structural programs
• Effective, professional oral and written communication

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Master’s degree in civil engineering or structures
• Registered Professional Engineer
• Previous experience in structural or transportation engineering
• NBIS/CBSI Bridge Inspection Training

Other Duties

Other duties are assigned as required.

What We Offer

RK&K offers excellentpotentialforcareer advancementand professional growth. We also offer attractive compensation packages commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Paid time off
• Hybrid work (home and office)
• Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurances
• Matching 401(k) plan
• Paid Holidays
• Much, Much more

Why RK&K?

As a full-service engineering and construction management firm, RK&K gives you the opportunity to directly impact the communities in which we live and work. What sets RK&K apart is an award-winning culture that has fostered a spirit of collaboration and trust for over 100 years. To its clients, the firm delivers concepts, processes, and outcomes that are designed for success. RK&K has earned its reputation as a trusted partner, responsive employer, and community steward.

RK&K is an Equal Opportunity Employer

RK&K ensures equal employment opportunity in accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. If you need more information or special assistance for persons with disabilities, you may contact Human Resources at 410-728-2900. Persons with hearing-and speech-impairments can contact RK&K by using the Virginia Relay Service, a toll-free telecommunication device for the deaf (TDD.) Call 711 for TTY/TDD or use the website at www.varelay.org.

If you need more information or special assistance regarding limited English proficiency, contact your RK&K office receptionist and they will be able to direct you to: 1) an individual within our company that speaks your language; 2) an outside service that can assist you in communicating with RK&K; or 3) you may also contact Human Resources at 410-728-2900.