Entry Level Structural (Bridge) Engineer

Dewberry Engineers Incorporated; Merrifield (VA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Dewberry is seeking an Entry Level Structural (Bridge) Engineer to join our Fairfax, VA office. You will design bridges and a variety of civil structures using recognized software, contributing to steel and concrete bridge projects.

The role offers an entry-level development path with mentorship, engagement on real projects, and opportunities to learn bridge inspection and load-rating tasks as part of a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Masters degree in Civil Engineering with a concentration in Structural Engineering is preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation; collaborative team player.
• FE exam completion preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Design bridges and civil structural elements using applicable software.
• Perform bridge load ratings and develop reinforcing bar lists and quantities.
• Review shop drawings and assist with bridge safety inspections.
• Collaborate with project teams to deliver design solutions.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

FE exam

Education

MS in Structural Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Job description

Job Details

Job ID: 16240

Openings: 2

Location: Fairfax, VA

Category: Structural

Relocation Assistance: No

Service Line: IES

Job Description

Dewberry is seeking an Entry Level Structural (Bridge) Engineer to join our Fairfax, VA office. The candidate will design bridges and a variety of civil structures (primarily of steel and concrete construction) using applicable software. The candidate will be responsible for designing steel and concrete bridge elements, performing bridge load ratings, developing reinforcing bar lists and quantities, reviewing shop drawings and assisting with bridge safety inspections.

Dewberry is a leading, market-facing professional services firm with more than 60 locations and 2,500 professionals nationwide. What sets us apart from our competitors is our people. At Dewberry, we seek out exceptional talent and strive to deliver the highest quality of services to our clients. Whether you're an experienced professional or a new graduate, you'll have the chance to collaborate with the best and brightest and work on innovative and complex projects at the forefront of the industry. Our commitment to excellence stems from our personal integrity and from other defining attributes, which we call "Dewberry at Work," that have inspired our employees to be successful for more than a half-century.

Required Skills & Required Experience

• Masters degree in Civil Engineering with a concentration in Structural Engineering is preferred
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Proficiency using AutoCAD and/or Microstation and a desire to work in a team environment
• Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering exam preferred, but not required

Don't meet every single requirement? At Dewberry we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace for our employees. So if you're excited about this role, but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the position description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may just be the right candidate for this or other opportunities.

*At this time, Dewberry will not sponsor a new applicant for work authorization.

Dewberry is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation.

*Only recipients of an offer of employment from Dewberry, will be required to submit to a background screening which may include, but is not limited to, employment verification, educational and other credential verification, driving record check, criminal background check, and an investigative consumer report. These screenings will be conducted by Dewberry's background vendor of choice and will be conducted in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local law.

Salary Range

The projected range for this position is $82,500 - $85,000 annually. Depending upon other factors, i.e., skills, experience, location, market conditions, the range may vary slightly.

Program Information

As an entry-level hire, you'll be part of a class of peers with 0-1 year of professional experience. Our entry-level program comes together on a regular basis for professional development events and team building activities led by an advisory team to:

• Form lasting connections with peers in your class.
• Gain a better understanding of career growth and meaningful opportunities to align with your professional goals.
• Expand your knowledge of Dewberry and what we do.