Senior Project Engineer - Structural/Bridge

Westwood Professional Services; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Westwood Professional Services is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to enhance their structural and bridge engineering department in Fort Worth, TX. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience, a PE license, and a strong background in bridge design and project management. Responsibilities include leading design efforts, conducting field reviews, and mentoring junior staff, all while ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of bridge/structural engineering experience.
• Licensed Professional Civil Engineer (PE) in Texas or capable of obtaining within 6 months.
• Experience creating TxDOT design plans.

Responsibilities

• Create, build, and grow a bridge engineering department.
• Responsible for structural design of bridges for TxDot and municipal clients.
• Mentor, train, and supervise less experienced engineers.

Skills

Bridge inspection experience

Excellent communication skills

Detail-oriented

Ability to work independently and in teams

Familiarity with TxDOT Bridge Manual

Proficiency in Microstation or AutoCAD

Experience with bridge engineering software

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Attention to detail

Sound engineering judgment

Effective time management skills

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil/structural engineering

Tools

Microstation

AutoCAD

Leap Bridge

Eriksson

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Senior Project Engineer - Structural/Bridge

Westwood Professional Services, Inc.

Overview

Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to join our team in our Fort Worth, TX office. Our ideal candidate will have 5+ years of bridge project experience and be willing to continue to build and grow a structural and bridge engineering department. Westwood has a highly experienced and dynamic team dedicated to providing high-level professional services to our clients.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Create, build, and grow a bridge engineering department.
2. Responsible for structural design of bridges and ancillary transportation structures for TxDot and municipal clients.
3. Conduct field reviews of existing bridges designated for replacement or rehabilitation.
4. Prepare preliminary bridge design and structure survey reports.
5. Coordinate project activities including geotechnical investigation, hydrology and hydraulics, environmental reports and permitting, survey, and roadway design.
6. Prepare or oversee structural design, specifications, and plans.
7. Provide professional and technical support to multiple projects.
8. Support and collaborate with Project Managers.
9. Communicate project details with clients, agencies, and the public.
10. Mentor, train, and supervise less experienced engineers and technical staff.
11. Ensure compliance with division, regional, and company policies.
12. Lead by example, demonstrating sound judgment, integrity, trust, and professionalism.

Required Skills

1. Bridge inspection experience is a plus.
2. Excellent communication skills.
3. Detail-oriented with a positive work environment contribution.
4. Ability to work independently and in teams.
5. Familiarity with TxDOT Bridge Manual, Facilities Development Manual, and AASHTO LRFD design code.
6. Proficiency in Microstation or AutoCAD.
7. Experience with bridge engineering software such as Leap Bridge or Eriksson.
8. Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
9. Attention to detail and quality assurance skills.
10. Sound engineering judgment.
11. Effective time and workload management skills.
12. Willingness to travel occasionally.

Required Experience

1. Bachelor’s degree in civil/structural engineering from an ABET-accredited college.
2. Experience creating TxDOT design plans.
3. Licensed Professional Civil Engineer (PE) in Texas or capable of obtaining within 6 months.
4. 5+ years of bridge/structural engineering experience.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering and Information Technology