Senior Movable Bridge Engineer — Hybrid Work & Lead Designer

Jacobs; Reston (VA); Hybrid; USD 160,000 - 235,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Stock purchase plan

PPTO

7 paid holidays

Caregiver leave

Job summary

Jacobs seeks a Sr. Movable Bridge Engineer to lead electrical aspects of movable bridge projects, inspect and assess existing bridges, and develop rehabilitation strategies. Requires a PE in the US and 15+ years in movable bridge electrical engineering.

The role emphasizes CAD/ drawing with AutoCAD and Microstation, AASHTO LRFD and AREMA knowledge, and strong writing and communication skills. Hybrid work across multiple US locations is supported.

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical Engineering (ABET-EAC Accredited Degree); Specialization in Electrical Power Systems preferred.
• Professional Engineer (PE) in the US.
• 15+ years of experience in movable bridge Electrical Engineering.
• Substantial experience in bridge electrical design with a focus on movable structures.
• Substantial movable bridge inspection experience.
• Preferred experience designing and implementing industrial power distribution systems, instrumentation and process control.
• Experience with electrical controls for electric motors.
• Experience with CAD and drawing software, AutoCAD and Microstation (preferred).
• Must have a solid understanding of and practical experience applying the AASHTO LRFD Movable Bridge Design Specifications and AREMA Design Recommendations to transportation structures.
• Excellent writing and communication skills.
• Willingness to travel for short term assignments on an as-needed basis.
• Highly motivated individual with a strong work ethic and commitment to work as part of a team both in the office and in the field.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership and direction on movable bridge projects.
• Commit to quality and continuous improvement through innovation and creative thinking.
• Perform existing bridge inspection, and condition assessment, and develop rehabilitation strategies.
• Prepare contract drawings, technical specifications, design calculations, technical reports, and construction cost estimates.
• Develop preliminary details using CAD software and provide information to CAD technicians for development of contract plans directly related to design work.
• Serve as a technical resource to the project team and mentor young engineers.
• Develop technical reports, documents, client communication and technical memoranda.

Job description

Jacobs seeks a Sr. Movable Bridge Engineer to lead electrical aspects of movable bridge projects, inspect and assess existing bridges, and develop rehabilitation strategies. Requires a PE in the US and 15+ years in movable bridge electrical engineering.

The role emphasizes CAD/ drawing with AutoCAD and Microstation, AASHTO LRFD and AREMA knowledge, and strong writing and communication skills. Hybrid work across multiple US locations is supported.