Senior Design Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Senior Design Engineer in Houston. This role involves designing and managing complex civil engineering projects, ensuring compliance with standards, client requirements, and facilitating project success. Ideal candidates will have significant design experience and be detail-oriented, capable of overseeing projects from initiation to construction, while fostering team collaboration and compliance.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

401k

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Growth and Learning Opportunities

Qualifications

• 7-10+ years of experience in a similar role.
• Professional Engineer (PE) License required.
• Experience in TxDOT heavy civil transportation projects is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and manage construction projects from concept to completion.
• Ensure projects meet technical specifications and regulatory guidelines.
• Mentor less experienced staff and certify engineering design work.

Skills

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration skills

Time management

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Civil or Structural Engineering preferred

Tools

Engineering design tools

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

Are you a proactive and detail-oriented Engineer with a passion for infrastructure development? Bridgefarmer & Associates is seeking a skilled professional to contribute to the planning and design of civil engineering projects. If you excel in critical thinking, problem solving, and time management we invite you to apply! This is an opportunity to grow your career with an established engineering firm that values innovation and quality.

The Company:

Bridgefarmer & Associates Inc. was founded in 1976 and is headquartered in Dallas with multiple offices in Texas as well as Arkansas and Georgia. We are dedicated to being a leader in innovation of design and construction engineering for heavy civil engineering projects. Bridgefarmer is well versed in complex, major and minor highways, railroads, and bridge type projects. Our driving purpose is to create the most effective, reliable, and accessible outsourcing option available to meet the transportation needs of all agencies, and this translates into the core of our culture.

Location of Position:

Houston, TX

The Position:

The Senior Design Engineer will be responsible for designing, developing, and managing construction projects from concept to construction completion. The role ensures projects meet technical specifications, regulatory guidelines, and client requirements while adhering to safety, quality, and environmental standards.

Position Responsibilities:

• Understands varying client requirements, manages client relationships and oversees engineering projects.
• Monitors projects progress, reviews invoices, and prepares agreements.
• Coordinates design phases with various stakeholders.
• Successfully coordinates internally with Bridgefarmer staff.
• Mentors less experienced staff and will certify complex engineering design work, including layouts and specifications.
• Designs infrastructure systems (roads, hydraulics, bridges) and use computer aided software(s).
• Prepares and seals documents for bidding and construction.
• Provides construction support as projects advance from design into construction.
• Travels to other offices and projects sites for engineering reviews and technical support.
• Reviews construction plans, change orders, RFI's and estimates.
• Conducts site inspections and ensures design compliance.
• Ensures compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
• Provides technical advice and delivers compliance reports.
• Estimates cost, ensures compliance, and manages design timelines and budgets.
• Completes projects on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Apply project management principles to engineering projects.
• Assists with new business development.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• 7-10+ years of experience in a similar role.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering required, with a preference in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) License required.
• Experience in TxDOT heavy civil transportation projects is a plus.
• Proficiency in engineering design tools.
• Strong knowledge of AASHTO type design criteria, industry regulations, construction materials, and/or structural analysis required.

Desired Skills and Competencies:

• Critical thinking and problem solving
• Interpersonal and collaboration skills
• Time management
• Detail-oriented

Why Should You Apply?

• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• 401k
• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Growth and Learning Opportunities

Interested?

• Apply today and let us know why you would be a great fit for our Sr. Design Engineer position!

Bridgefarmer & Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to , , , , , , , , genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected status established by federal, state, or local laws.

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