Structural Bridge Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Chipley (FL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering firm is seeking a Structural Bridge Engineer to support projects across Florida. The ideal candidate will have a B.S. in Civil Engineering and relevant experience in bridge design, with a deep understanding of structural principles. With opportunities for professional development, the role emphasizes collaboration within a dedicated Structures Team focused on enhancing infrastructure throughout the Southeast Region.

Benefits

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Medical, Dental, & Vision

401(k) retirement savings plan + employer matching

Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays

Employer-Paid Life/AD&D insurance

Wellness incentives

Student Debt Retirement Match

Qualifications

• 5 - 10 years of engineering experience in bridge design.
• Recent experience in steel and/or concrete bridge design.
• PE required along with FDOT experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform assignments requiring knowledge of structural engineering principles.
• Design and repair of highway bridges and retaining walls.
• Analyze structures using various structural engineering software programs.

Skills

Bridge design

Structural engineering

Communication

Analysis software familiarity

Education

B.S. in Civil Engineering

Tools

Open Bridge

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Leap Bridge

CSI Bridge

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

Are we the road to your future?

We are currently searching for an experienced Structural Bridge Engineer to support our Southeast Region located in Miami, Ft. Lauderdale, Tampa, Orlando, Jacksonville, Chipley, or Tallahassee, FL.

To be considered for this position, applicants musthave, at minimum, a Bachelor’s degree in Structural or Civil Engineering.

What you’ll be doing:

• Perform assignments requiring knowledge and application of structural engineering principles
• Projects may include design and repair of highway bridges and retaining walls, bridge load ratings, review of working drawings and cost estimating
• Analyze structures using various structural engineering software programs
• Prepare or check structural calculations and details of structural elements for various materials, predominantly steel and concrete
• Prepare structural drawings in Open Bridge, MicroStation and AutoCAD
• Coordinate with other disciplines such as roadway and drainage to perform checks of documents for conformance to structural drawings
• Work collaboratively as part of our Structures Team

What you need to have:

• B.S. in Civil Engineering or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 5 - 10 years of engineering experience in bridge design
• Recent experience in steel and/or concrete bridge design
• PE required
• FDOT experience required
• Familiarity with bridge design and analysis software such as Open Bridge and/or Leap Bridge, CSI Bridge, AASHTO BrR, other bridge analysis software
• Experience with preparing drawings in Open Bridge, Microstation, and/or AutoCAD
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening to ensure a safe and productive work environment. Volkert adheres to federal guidelines, which may include testing for substances such as marijuana. Please note that federal regulations may differ from state-specific guidelines.
• Valid driver’s license.
• A satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR).

Why Volkert?

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. At Volkert, we pride ourselves on providing all of our employees with competitive compensation, positive work/life balance, and professional development opportunities, as well as fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace in all of our offices nationwide.

Key Benefits:

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Medical, Dental, & Vision
• 401(k) retirement savings plan + employer matching
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
• Employer-Paid Life/AD&D insurance
• Employer-Paid short-term and long-term
• Wellness incentives
• Student Debt Retirement Match
• 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

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