Structural Bridge Engineer

Powerwell; Bloomfield Hills (MI); On-site; USD 95,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Structural Bridge Engineer with extensive experience in bridge and culvert design. This role involves leading safety inspections, mentoring team members, and ensuring projects meet state and federal standards. You will work on diverse projects, including low-rise buildings and specialty structures, while utilizing your expertise in various design methodologies and structural engineering programs. Join a collaborative environment where your skills in project management and communication will be valued, and contribute to impactful projects that enhance infrastructure and community safety.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in bridge-related design and inspection.
• Registered Professional Engineer in Michigan required.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop contract documents for bridge and non-bridge projects.
• Perform routine and detailed inspections for various structures.
• Mentor team members on bridge-related projects.

Skills

Bridge Design

Inspection Skills

Communication Skills

Project Management

Problem Solving

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Structural Engineering

Tools

RISA-3D

LEAP Bridge Enterprise

AASHTOWare

LEAP Consys

Enercalc

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Bluebeam

Job description

Powerwell is a leading recruitment firm helping our clients discover top talent. We are recruiting for a Structural Bridge Engineer.

Base pay range

$95,000.00/yr - $100,000.00/yr

Candidate must be a registered Professional Engineer in the state of Michigan with 7 years of experience to be considered.

Job Description:

We are looking for a Structural Bridge Engineer who is experienced in bridge and culvert design using current State and Federal specifications, manuals, and philosophies. You will mentor fellow team members in the development of detailed plans, specifications, and cost estimates for bridge-related projects.

The Structural Bridge Engineer leads bridge/culvert safety inspections, provides scoping recommendations, and performs load ratings in accordance with current MDOT and AASHTO standards. You must be familiar with State and Federal regulations for conducting field inspections, preparing inspection reports, and Quality Control (QC) and Quality Assurance (QA) procedures.

Secondary responsibilities will include design of low-rise buildings, water/wastewater and specialty structures. The Structural Bridge Engineer must be proficient with steel, reinforced and prestressed concrete, timber and masonry design in accordance with current applicable standards and codes.

The Structural Bridge Engineer will be responsible for ensuring that their delegated projects are completed on time and within the budget provided. The Structural Bridge Engineer must have excellent communication skills and work well as a team member.

Experience/Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering.
• 7+ years of bridge-related design and inspection.
• Registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) in the State of Michigan.
• Ideally certified as an MDOT Qualified Team Leader (QTL) which includes:
• Successful completion of NHI-130055 Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges course.
• Successful completion of 18 hours of approved bridge inspection recurrent training over the last 5 years.
• Successful completion of the Field Proficiency Exam in the last 2 years.
• Knowledge of MDOT QA/QC policies and procedures.
• Analysis, inspection, design and development of contract documents for bridges, low rise buildings, water/wastewater and specialty structures in steel, reinforced and prestressed concrete, timber and masonry.
• Strong organizational, analytical and problem solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with various design methodologies such as ASD, LFD and LRFD.
• Experience with structural engineering programs such as RISA-3D, LEAP Bridge Enterprise, AASHTOWare, LEAP Consys and Enercalc.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel and Bluebeam.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities:

• Design and develop contract documents for bridge and non-bridge projects, including plans, technical specifications, reports and structural cost estimates.
• Perform routine and detailed inspections for various types of structures.
• Mentor fellow team members on bridge-related projects.
• Generate, explain and backcheck multiple rounds of detailed markups with CAD Technicians to bring drawings from start to finish.
• Oversee project development and scheduling.
• Assist with the development of proposals and budgets.
• Review and approve construction documents such as shop drawings, RFIs, and Change Orders.
• Seal and sign project documents.
• Interface with clients both during the project and upon completion to promote client loyalty and secure future work.

Qualifications:

Required Education:

• Bachelor's Degree or better in Civil Engineering.
• Bachelor's Degree or better in Structural Engineering.

Preferred Experience:

• 7 years: Bridge-related design and inspection.

Required Licenses & Certifications:

• Michigan Driver's License.

Preferred Licenses & Certifications:

• State of Michigan Professional Engineer (PE).

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Design, Analyst, and Strategy/Planning

Industries

Staffing and Recruiting