Mid-Level Structural Engineer - Bridges and Transportation

Amtengineering

Mechanicsburg (Cumberland County)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Tiered medical coverage

Dental and vision

401(k) – 6% match

Employee stock ownership

Short- & long-term disability

College savings plan

Life insurance

Paid time off

Holidays

Training and certifications

Job summary

A. Morton Thomas and Associates, Inc. (AMT) seeks a Structural/Bridge Engineer with 4+ years of experience for our Mechanicsburg, PA office. You will design and analyze bridges, lead design teams and support a variety of transportation projects for state and local agencies.

You will mentor staff, develop cost estimates, and ensure designs meet standards while traveling as needed to project sites or affiliates. ABET degree required; PE license preferred or within 6 months of hire.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from ABET-accredited program.

Responsibilities

Prepare, perform and check structural analysis, design plans, specs and estimates for bridge projects.
Lead and mentor teammates through the design process on DOT and private projects.
Ensure compliance with state DOT and local agency standards and policies.
Develop construction documents and cost estimates.
Perform QA/QC on documents per AMT’s Quality Management Plan.
Assist in business development and client meetings.

Skills

Bridge design

Project leadership

Mentoring team

Travel readiness

Quality assurance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Master’s degree in Structural Engineering (preferred)

Tools

LEAP Bridge Enterprise

LARSA 4D

LPile

MDX

Descus

AASHTOWare BrR

Merlin DASH

spColumn

Bentley MicroStation/OpenRoads

Job description

A. Morton Thomas and Associates, Inc. (AMT) is seeking a Structural / Bridge Engineer with 4+ years of relevant experience in analysis and design of new and rehabilitation structures to join the structural engineering team in our Mechanicsburg, PA or other office locations.

As the successful new hire, you will have strong design skills, manage tasks and projects, mentor, and lead team members on highway (DOT) and pedestrian bridges; retaining walls; load rating, and other related structures. You will support a wide variety of structural transportation projects for state departments of transportation, county, municipal and private clients and will be offered the opportunity to work on related structures in other states as part of our interoffice staff utilization program.

Responsibilities

Prepares, performs and checks structural analysis, design plans, specifications and estimates for bridge projects while working collaboratively with multi‑discipline design teams.
Provides experience in project planning including general oversight, design, implementation and ensures quality of work products.
Maintains knowledge of state DOT and local agency design standards and criteria, practices and policies.
Performs structural analysis/design and leads/mentors team members through the design process.
Acts in a lead technical role on bridge or structural design projects.
Analyzes deteriorated components and assesses remaining capacities.
Develops and prepares construction documents (drawings, specifications and cost estimates).
Performs structural inspections/field investigations (if needed) and prepares related reports.
Prepares and coordinates structural technical reports, cost estimates, marketing and fee proposals.
Performs QA/QC review of documents prepared by others in accordance with AMT’s Quality Management Plan.
Participates in business development, project pursuits including alternative delivery and project meetings, including the ability to lead and facilitate meetings with clients.
Reviews and processes contractor’s RFI and shop drawing submittals.
Performs other duties as required.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited institution; Master’s degree in Structural Engineering preferred.
Professional Engineer (PE) licensure required or the ability to obtain via reciprocity within 6 months of hire.
4+ years of experience in bridge design and analysis including concrete and steel structures.
Experience that includes planning, inspection, design (new and rehabilitative), load ratings, contract documentation and construction support services.
Knowledge of state DOT, local municipal and county design standards and criteria, practices and policies.
Willingness to perform hands‑on bridge condition inspection and comfortable with heights.
Desired proficiency in any of the following software: LEAP Bridge Enterprise, LARSA 4D, LPile, MDX, Descus, AASHTOWare BrR, Merlin DASH, spColumn, PennDOT software packages, Bentley MicroStation and/or OpenRoads/Bridge software.
Valid driver’s license in good standing.
Ability and willingness to travel as required; travel is primarily local and typically does not require an overnight stay. Some weekly travel may be required on occasion.
All new hires will be required to successfully complete and pass a pre‑employment (post‑offer) background check.
Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with co‑workers, project managers, supervisors and other team members.

Physical Requirements

Majority of work is office‑based. Position requires ability to use standard office equipment. Some field work may be required, which may necessitate navigating unpaved or natural terrain while carrying equipment. Field work includes exposure to extreme heat, cold or inclement weather. Some travel may be required.

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