Structural Bridge Engineer in Training

Volkert Inc.; Florida; On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Medical, Dental, & Vision

401(k) retirement savings plan + match

Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays

Employer-Paid Life/AD&D insurance

Employer-Paid short-term & long-term +

Wellness incentives

Student Debt Retirement Match

Additional voluntary benefits

Job summary

Volkert Inc. is seeking an experienced Structural Bridge Engineer in Training (E.I.) for the Southeast Region, based in Tampa, FL or Orlando, FL. A Bachelor's degree in Structural or Civil Engineering is required, and an EIT certification is essential.

You will support a team on designs, studies, and deliverables for highway bridges and related structures. The role involves collaborating with the Structures Team, performing design tasks, and using MicroStation, AutoCAD, and Open Bridge to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Structural or Civil Engineering (or equivalent).
• EIT certification required for eligibility.
• FDOT experience is preferred but not required.
• Experience with MicroStation and AutoCAD.
• Strong understanding of structural engineering fundamentals.
• Willingness to work in a collaborative Structures Team environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform assignments applying basic structural engineering principles.
• Assist design and repair of bridges and walls; support load ratings and drawings.
• Aid in preparing quantities, estimates, and project deliverables.
• Analyze structures using structural software tools.
• Prepare calculations and drawings for steel and concrete elements.
• Produce structural drawings in Open Bridge, MicroStation and AutoCAD.
• Collaborate with the Structures Team on project tasks.

Skills

EIT Certification

FDOT experience

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Education

Bachelor's degree in Structural or Civil Engineering

Tools

Open Bridge

Job description

Are we the road to your future?

We are currently searching for an experienced Structural Bridge Engineer in Training (E.I.) to support our Southeast Region located in Tampa, FL or Orlando, FL.

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

The ideal candidate will assist a team of Engineers on a variety of projects such as structural design and engineering studies by performing engineering-related tasks including design, plans production and preparing deliverables on assigned project(s).

What you'll be doing:

• Perform assignments requiring knowledge and application of basic 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
• Assist in the preparation of project quantities and cost estimates
• Assist in the analysis of structures using various structural engineering software programs
• Assist and prepare structural calculations and details of structural elements for various materials, predominantly steel and concrete
• Prepare structural drawings in Open Bridge, MicroStation and AutoCAD
• Work collaboratively as part of our Structures Team

What you need to have:

• Bachelor's degree in Structural or Civil Engineering
• Emphasis in structural knowledge
• 1 - 5 years of structural engineering experience (preferably FDOT)
• Previous FDOT experience desired but not required
• EIT (E.I) Certification is required
• Experience with MicroStation
• 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 and 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.

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 disability and long-term disability
• 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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