Senior Structures Engineer

Kisinger Campo & Associates, Corp. (KCA); Miami (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Kisinger Campo & Associates, Corp. (KCA) in Florida seeks a Lead/Senior Structural Engineer to lead design and plans production for transportation structures. You will mentor junior staff, manage client relations, and ensure QA across all design phases in a fast-paced, team-driven environment.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years of bridge and transportation project experience, a PE license, and a Master’s degree in structural civil engineering, with strong FDOT guidance knowledge.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in bridge design and plans production.
• Proven ability to manage projects and teams.
• Strong knowledge of AASHTO and FDOT guidelines.
• Experience with FDOT/local government bridge projects preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare design calculations, construction plans, and technical reports coordinating with roadway, geotechnical, and hydraulic disciplines.
• Design transportation projects from preliminary to final design including specifications, quantities, cost estimates, and final bid packages.
• Oversee projects through construction and provide post-design support.
• Work with a large team of engineers on projects across Florida.
• Apply AASHTO codes, FDOT guidelines, and structural analysis software.
• Contribute to proposals, client meetings, and identifying new opportunities.
• Fulfill project management responsibilities including procurement, staffing, budgeting, and invoicing.

Skills

Bridge design

Structural analysis

Project management

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Civil Engineering (Structural)

PE License

Tools

Open Bridge Modeler/Designer

Job description

Kisinger Campo & Associates, Corp. (KCA) has an opening in our Tampa and Miami Florida Offices for a Lead/Senior Structural Engineer. The ideal candidate will have 10+ years’ experience in design/plans production of bridges and miscellaneous structures associated with transportation projects. You will work under the guidance of Senior/Chief Structural Engineers while also mentoring junior staff, managing client relations and ensuring quality and accuracy across all phases of design.

Responsibilities:

• Preparing design calculations, construction plans, and technical reports while coordinating with roadway, geotechnical, and hydraulic disciplines.
• Designing and producing plans for transportation-related projects from preliminary to final design including specifications, quantities, cost estimates, and final bid packages, and coordinating with the design team to ensure project completion within defined schedule, budget, and quality.
• Oversee projects through the construction phase and provide associated post design support.
• Work at this level requires the candidate to be a proactive, self-starter that is willing to work with a large team of engineers on projects throughout the state of Florida.
• This role requires a solid understanding of applicable AASHTO codes, FDOT Guidelines and structural analysis software, with increased responsibility for project components and quality control.
• Opportunities to support proposal development and marketing initiatives, attend client meetings, and identify new project opportunities.
• Fulfill project management responsibilities for bridge related projects including procurement coordination, staff-hour development, budget oversight and invoicing.

Required Skills:

• Competent knowledge of structural engineering principles/practices and application to project work-related issues.
• Familiarity with all aspects of conventional bridge design including knowledge of structural design principles for steel, reinforced concrete, and prestressed concrete for both superstructure and substructure components.
• Knowledge of FDOT design guidelines, design standards, and plans preparation procedures.
• Ability to work on multiple projects in a dynamic, fast-paced team-oriented environment.
• Experience in using bridge focused structural analysis and design software such as Open Bridge Modeler/Designer.
• Ability to write, speak, and communicate clearly and effectively.

Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience
• PE License required
• Master’s degree in civil engineering with a structural focus is required
• Strong background in FDOT and local government bridge projects is preferred
• Project management experience on bridge projects is a plus