Senior Bridge Engineer

Volkert; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Bridge Engineer to join their dynamic team in Texas. This role offers the opportunity to lead innovative bridge design projects while mentoring junior engineers. You will engage with clients, tackle engineering challenges, and ensure that projects adhere to budget and schedule constraints. With a commitment to sustainability and community service, this company fosters a culture of professional growth and inclusivity. If you are passionate about engineering and looking to make a significant impact in your field, this position could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Flexibility and positive work/life balance

Challenging and innovative projects

Employee referral program

Professional development

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

401(k) retirement savings plan + employer matching

Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays

Medical, Dental, & Vision

Employer-Paid Life/AD&D insurance

Qualifications

• 10+ years of engineering experience in bridge design.
• Valid Professional Engineering Licensure (P.E.) required.

Responsibilities

• Perform and supervise calculations for designing bridge structures.
• Develop solutions to client challenges within budget and schedule.

Skills

Bridge Design

Structural Engineering

MicroStation

Load Ratings

Client Communication

Project Management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Master of Engineering

Tools

Bridge Design Software

MicroStation

Job description

Are we the road to your future?

Volkert is employee owned and a Top 100 design firm, committed to providing clients with creative solutions for sustainability, including improvements to infrastructure, the environment, and natural resources. Founded in 1925, Volkert is celebrating a century of serving our employees, clients, partners, and communities.

We are currently searching for an experienced Senior Bridge Engineer to support our Southwest Region located in Texas.

What you’ll be doing:

1. Perform/supervise calculations and analysis for designing bridge and transportation structures using various bridge design software programs
2. Perform/supervise load ratings on bridges of various type size and complexity
3. Review calculations and design details developed by others
4. Attend meetings with clients and other professionals and organizations
5. Develop solutions to challenges presented by the client within budget, schedule, and project constraints
6. Review construction-related submittals
7. Organize and maintain project files
8. Supervise and mentor Structural EITs and Interns
9. Assist with marketing bridge and structure design work

What you need to have:

1. Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
2. Master of Engineering preferred, but not required
3. Valid Professional Engineering Licensure (P.E.)
4. 10+ years of engineering experience in bridge design
5. TxDOT experience is strongly preferred
6. Skilled in the use of MicroStation
7. Technical expertise for the layout & design of bridges and related highway structures
8. Familiarity with rehabilitation of existing bridges and highway structures
9. Knowledge of AASHTO and other pertinent bridge design specifications
10. Familiarity with TxDOT bridge standards and design manuals is strongly preferred

Characteristics of a successful Volkert team member:

• Be a brand ambassador for the company who engages in diversity and inclusion
• Be self-motivated to meet individual goals and maintain accountability in a team environment
• Exercise initiative and independent judgment in the solution of work problems
• Be able to communicate effectively - verbal and written
• Be able to multi-task in a team environment

Volkert Perks:

• Competitive compensation
• Flexibility and a positive work/life balance
• Challenging and innovative projects
• Employee referral program
• Professional development
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401(k) retirement savings plan + employer matching
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
• Medical, Dental, & Vision
• Employer-Paid Life/AD&D insurance
• Employer-Paid short-term disability and long-term disability
• Wellness incentives
• Additional voluntary benefits

Volkert does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies or fee-based recruitment services.