Senior Structures/Project Engineer (Bridge)

Dewberry; Rancho Cordova (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a Senior Structures/Project Engineer to join their dynamic team in Rancho Cordova. This role involves designing both simple and complex bridge structures, leading project engineering efforts, and ensuring compliance with local agency standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in civil engineering, with a focus on bridge and retaining wall projects, and will thrive in a collaborative environment that values professional growth. If you're passionate about delivering high-quality infrastructure projects and solving complex engineering challenges, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of experience in bridge and retaining wall projects.
• Familiarity with AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications.

Responsibilities

• Designing simple and complex bridges and transportation-related structures.
• Leading multidisciplinary teams and performing construction design support.

Skills

Bridge Design

Project Engineering

Utility Coordination

Leadership Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

California Professional Engineer (PE) License

Master’s Degree

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

MS Office (Word, Excel)

Job description

Job Description

Dewberry is seeking a responsible, highly motivated, and detail-oriented individual to join our structures department in Rancho Cordova or Long Beach, CA as a Senior Structures/Project Engineer (Bridge). The successful candidate will be part of a team designing simple and complex bridges (primarily of concrete and steel construction) and a variety of transportation-related structures (retaining walls, culverts, sign structures, and other miscellaneous structures). The candidate will also be involved in leading and developing Plans, Specifications, and Estimate (PS&E) packages, field inspections, and performing construction design support services. Project Engineering responsibilities include being the technical lead on multidisciplinary teams, utility coordination, right-of-way needs assessments, funding justifications, and other items needed for project development. This position offers tremendous potential for professional growth in a great working environment and the opportunity to deliver important infrastructure projects for our clients as well as help them solve their most challenging problems.

Required Skills & Required Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in civil engineering from an accredited 4-year engineering college is required
• California Professional Engineer (PE) License is required
• Master’s degree is preferred
• 10-15 years of experience in bridge and retaining wall projects
• Experience designing transportation-related structures projects to Caltrans and local agency standards
• Familiarity with AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications with Caltrans Amendments
• Familiarity with Project Engineering and Project Development to Caltrans and local agency standards
• Proficiency using CADD (AutoCAD Civil 3D preferred)
• Proficient in MS Office (WORD and EXCEL)
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong leadership skills and desire to deliver the highest quality projects to our clients

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Salary Range

The projected range for this position is $110,000 - $195,000 annually. Depending upon other factors, i.e., skills, experience, location, market conditions, the range may vary slightly.