Senior Bridge Engineer

Bolton & Menk, Inc.; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Career development opportunities

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Bolton & Menk, Inc. in Iowa is seeking a Senior Structural Bridge Engineer to lead design teams on highway projects, including interchanges, river crossings, and related structures. You will mentor staff and contribute to business development.

The position requires a PE in Iowa and 8+ years of experience, with expertise in MicroStation and Civil 3D, and strong capabilities in project management, proposals, and client relations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering required.
• 8+ years progressive structural/bridge design experience.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Iowa.
• Experience mentoring staff.
• Experience with project management, proposals, and business development.

Responsibilities

• Lead design teams on bridge projects and coordinate with DOT.
• Mentor junior engineers and promote technical growth.
• Support business development and client relationships.
• Oversee design, plan preparation, and compliance with standards.

Skills

Mentoring staff

Project management

Business development

Proposal development

Client relations

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

MS in Civil/Structural Engineering

Registered Structural Engineer (S.E.)

Professional Engineer (PE) license in Iowa

Tools

MicroStation

Civil 3D

RCPier

Conspan

MathCad

Staad

Job description

Bolton & Menk has an exciting opportunity for a Structural Engineer - Bridges to join our team in Iowa. As a Top Workplace, this is a fantastic chance to work with a talented team of professionals and make a lasting impact on the communities we serve. With over 75 years of experience, Bolton & Menk specializes in providing community infrastructure solutions across the Midwest, Southeast, and beyond.

What You Will Be Doing:

As a Senior Structural Bridge Engineer, you will lead design teams in addition to assisting with team development and business development responsibilities. Projects will range from highway infrastructure projects such as various interchanges, pedestrian and river crossing bridges, to retaining walls and parking structures.

• Cultivate new client relationships in dynamic markets for transportation projects to position for growth of our business in the North Dakotamarket.
• Utilize your expertise on DOTproject management and bridge project design, including replacement and preservation design.
• Work with contractors and owners to develop innovative approaches to construction staging.
• Lead junior staff and promote the growth of their technical skills.

What We Are Looking For:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering from an accredited college or university
• 8+ years of progressive experience
• Licensed Professional Engineer in Iowa
• Experience managing and mentoring staff
• Experience with project management, proposal development, and business development

Preferred Qualifications:

• MS in Civil/Structural Engineering from an accredited college or University
• Experience in bridge design and plan preparation
• Registered Structural Engineer (S.E.)
• Knowledge and experience with AASHTO manuals LRFD Design Standards
• Working knowledge of MicroStation and/or Civil 3D software packages
• Experience with finite element analysis
• Proficiency in common bridge engineering software (RCPier, Conspan, MathCad, Staad, etc.)
• Bridge inspection training and load rating experience

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis, part-time basis or internship for any employer without restriction. Bolton & Menk does not provide visa sponsorship or immigration support for this position.

WHY BOLTON & MENK?

Bolton & Menk, Inc. specializes in providing community infrastructure solutions. Since 1949, we have been committed to improving quality of life through engineering excellence and client satisfaction. From advocating for our communities to designing their dreams to finding funding; we take pride in our work because we live in these same communities. Today, Bolton & Menk has more than 1,000 employees throughout more than 40 locations in Minnesota, Iowa, North Dakota, Wisconsin, Colorado, North Carolina and South Carolina providing services to more than 400 communities and agencies. Learn more about our history here: https://www.bolton-menk.com/about-us/

OUR BENEFITS

• peace of mind with our benefits package and competitive compensation plan
• flexible schedules
• career development opportunities

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this position, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Bolton & Menk does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party agencies in response to Bolton & Menk job postings. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers. Pre-approval from the Bolton & Menk Talent Acquisition team is required before any external candidate can be submitted and such candidate must be submitted to the Bolton & Menk Talent Acquisition team.

It is our responsibility and privilege to embrace the diversity of people, thoughts, and experiences necessary to develop infrastructure systems that serve all people. Bolton & Menk, Inc., is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affe rsive Action Employer including disability and vets.

Qualifications

Skills

Preferred

CIVIL3D

Expert

MicroStation

Expert

Microsoft Excel

Expert

Microsoft Word

Expert

Education

Preferred

Bachelors or better in Civil Engineering.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Professional Engineer

Equal Opportunity Employer
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