Senior Structural (Bridge) Engineer

Volkert, Inc.; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to lead innovative bridge design projects. This role involves overseeing calculations, ensuring compliance with FDOT standards, and mentoring junior engineers. With a commitment to sustainability and community impact, this position offers a dynamic work environment and the opportunity to contribute to significant infrastructure improvements. Join a team that values creativity, collaboration, and professional growth, and be part of a century-long legacy of excellence in engineering.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Flexibility and positive work/life balance

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

Wellness incentives

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of engineering experience in bridge design.
• Valid Professional Engineering Licensure (P.E.) in Florida.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of construction bid documents.
• Perform/supervise calculations for bridge design.

Skills

Bridge Design

Load Ratings

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Project Management

Technical Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Master of Engineering

Tools

OpenBridge Designer

FDOT Manuals

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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 a talented Senior Structural (Bridge) Engineer to support our Southeast Region located in Maitland, FL.

The ideal candidate will lead the engineering team’s development of construction bid documents, design and assist with business development activities.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Perform/supervise calculations and analysis for designing bridge and transportation structures using various bridge design software programs
• Perform/supervise load ratings on bridges of various type size and complexity
• Review calculations and design details developed by others
• Attend meeting with clients and other professionals and organizations
• Develop solutions to challenges presented by the client within budget, schedule and project constraints
• Review shop drawings and other construction related submittals
• Organize and maintain project files
• Quantity take-off for bridge project engineer’s estimate
• Provide oversight and direction to junior engineering staff
  
  

What You Need To Have

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
• Valid Professional Engineering Licensure (P.E.) in Florida
• 10 - 15 years of engineering experience in bridge design
• Extensive experience utilizing FDOT specific processes, manuals, or guidance on bridge projects is required, 10 years minimum
• Skilled in the use of MicroStation and AutoCAD, experience with OpenBridge Designer a plus
• Technical expertise for the layout & design of bridges and related highway structures
• Familiarity with rehabilitation of existing bridges and highway structures
• Knowledge of AASHTO and other pertinent bridge design specifications
• Master of Engineering preferred, but not required
• Post-tensioned concrete design experience a plus
• 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 judgement 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
  
  

The words from our Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer, Thomas A. Hand, PE, capture best how you can make an impact while working for Volkert.

“ For a century, Volkert has done meaningful work that improves our infrastructure and quality of life throughout our communities. We are proud of our one-hundred-year legacy and humbled by the opportunities ahead of us as we look forward to our next century of service. With our commitment to employee ownership and sustainable growth, you can build a career here that really makes a difference .”

– Thomas A. Hand, PE, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer

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

Florida

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Design and Engineering

• Industries

  Civil Engineering

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