Senior Bridge Engineer - Kiewit Infrastructure Engineers

Kiewit; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 123,000 - 152,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit Infrastructure Engineering (KIE) is seeking a dynamic Structural/Bridge Engineer to join our Seattle-area Design Engineering Group. You will lead design tasks across bridges, walls, and minor structures within a multi-disciplinary team and participate in design-build project delivery.

The role emphasizes seismic design, Code compliance, and collaboration with CAD teams, with opportunities for flexible work arrangements at large projects across North America.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Structural Engineering or Civil Engineering (Master’s preferred).
• 10+ years of relevant structural/bridge engineering design experience.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer in at least one state, with ability to obtain another.
• Experience with design of multiple bridge types in concrete and steel; walls and minor structures.
• Experience with Design-Build or other alternative delivery methods; seismic design preferred.
• Experience with engineering design software: CSiBridge, MIDAS, PGSuper.
• Familiarity with AASHTO LRFD, AISC, ACI codes.
• Excellent communication and teamwork; ability to travel.

Responsibilities

• Lead and perform engineering design tasks and coordinate with CAD teams for bridges, walls, and minor structures.
• Identify technical requirements and apply engineering principles to develop solutions.
• Ensure compliance with design standards and contract documents.
• Participate in technical meetings and propose strategies for complex problems.
• Develop schemes for key project pursuits and differentiate technical approaches.

Skills

Bridge engineering design

Seismic design

Team collaboration

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Structural/Civil Engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

CSiBridge

MIDAS

PGSuper

Job description

Position Overview

Kiewit Infrastructure Engineering (KIE) has an immediate opening for a dynamic Structural / Bridge Engineer in our growing Design Engineering Group. You will be part of our rapidly growing Infrastructure Design Department, which includes structural, geotechnical, MOT, civil, drainage, roadway, rail, traffic, and materials disciplines, is a multi-faceted and leading-edge division of Kiewit with best-in-class technical expertise focused on the design-build delivery of infrastructure projects.

At Kiewit, we build bridges, highways, transit systems and runways to connect the world. Our capabilities are reinforced by one of the largest privately-owned fleets of construction equipment in North America, which enables us to rapidly mobilize the necessary resources for any Design/Build project. Clients are turning to us for Design/Build and other alternative project delivery methods due to our successful track record in transportation design and construction!

District Overview

Kiewit Infrastructure Engineering's Design Build Management team are driving clients to turn to Kiewit during all stages of design-build projects to manage their multi-disciplined design teams to improve schedule, control costs and minimize risk. Our construction-driven engineers analyze root causes and resolve design issues before they impact schedule and budget. On large design-build projects, clients benefit from the proven processes and tools used by Kiewit to minimize project risk. We are an in-house resource that supports projects throughout the company. Our staff shares experiences gained, innovative concepts, and design best practices for all projects that we support.

Location

This role will be based out of our Seattle Area Offices. Opportunities for flexible work are available.

Responsibilities

• Lead and perform engineering design tasks and coordinate with CADD teams in developing plans, specifications, and estimates for preliminary and final design of standard bridges, walls, and minor structures (Culverts, Inlet structures, etc.)
• Identify and understand technical requirements of design projects and implement engineering principles to develop solutions
• Identify, interpret, and apply appropriate design standards and codes; ensure compliance with contract documents
• Participate in technical meetings and discussions; strategize solutions to complex or unique technical problems
• Identify technical differentiators and develop schemes for key project pursuits

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or greater in Structural Engineering or Civil Engineering (Masters Preferred)
• 10 or more years experience in relevant structural/bridge engineering design
• Registration as a Professional Engineer in at least one state, with the ability to obtain registration
• Strong all-around theoretical knowledge of structural engineering principles
• Experience with the design of multiple bridge types in concrete and steel, wall systems, and minor structures
• Experience with Design-Build or other alternative delivery methods, preferred
• Experience with seismic design and analysis, preferred
• Preferred experience with engineering design software, i.e. programs such as CSiBridge, MIDAS, PGSuper, etc.
• Experience with AASHTO LRFD, AISC, ACI, and other North American design codes
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Strong people skills and an ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team environment
• Ability to travel as business requires

Other Requirements

• Regular, reliable attendance
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required
• May work at various different locations and conditions may vary

Base Compensation: $123,000 - $152,000

(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Company: Kiewit