Structural (Bridge) Project Engineer

Dewberry Engineers Incorporated; Bloomfield (NJ); On-site; USD 97,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Profit Sharing Plan

Travel Assistance

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Benefits

Job summary

Dewberry is seeking a Structural (Bridge) Project Engineer in the Bloomfield, NJ office to lead designs for simple and complex bridges, primarily steel and concrete, for public clients.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of bridge experience, NJ PE license, and strong communication skills to mentor staff and coordinate with clients while managing project development from planning to reports.

Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering; MS preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of bridge experience.
• NJ PE license.
• Experience with NJDOT and NJTA design standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the design of simple and complex bridges.
• Lead a multidisciplinary team and coordinate with clients.
• Perform structural analysis and design.
• Prepare calculations, drawings, and specifications.
• Mentor junior staff.
• Contribute to project plans, schedules, and budgets.

Skills

Structural leadership

Mentoring staff

Technical communication

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Master of Science in Structural Engineering (preferred)

Tools

CSiBridge

Structural analysis software

Job description

Job ID: 16136 | # of Openings: 1 | Job Location: US-NJ-Bloomfield | Category: Structural | Relocation Assistance: No

Dewberry is seeking a Structural (Bridge) Project Engineer located in the Bloomfield, NJ office, conveniently next to several major highways and not far from New York City. Experience with NJDOT and NJTA design standards and current state of practice such as accelerated bridge construction and prefabricated bridge elements are preferred. The successful candidate will manage structural teams and complete designs for simple and complex bridges (primarily of steel and concrete construction) and a variety of transportation related structures (retaining walls, culverts, sign structures and other miscellaneous structures)using applicable software for public clients. Bridge design work encompasses new and replacement bridges, bridge widening's, and bridge rehabilitation.

The candidate will be responsible for completing and overseeing all phases of project development including planning, scheduling, inspection, analysis, design, development of contract plans, cost estimates, and technical specifications and reports. The candidate must be able to successfully work independently as well as work with and/or lead a team of structural engineers and drafters, as well as coordinate with other project disciplines, working closely with clients to meet their objectives. The ability and willingness to mentor less experienced staff is required.

Dewberry is a leading, market-facing professional services firm with more than 60 locations and 2,500 professionals nationwide. What sets us apart from our competitors is our people. At Dewberry, we seek out exceptional talent and strive to deliver the highest quality of services to our clients. Whether you're an experienced professional or a new graduate, you'll have the chance to collaborate with the best and brightest and work on innovative and complex projects at the forefront of the industry. Our commitment to excellence stems from our personal integrity and from other defining attributes, which we call "Dewberry at Work," that have inspired our employees to be successful for more than a half-century.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the design of simple and complex bridges
• Oversee all phases of project development including planning, scheduling, inspection, analysis, design, development of contract plans, cost estimates, and technical specifications and reports
• Lead a multidisciplinary team of engineers and drafters as well as coordinate with clients to complete assignments
• Perform Structural Analysis and design
• Prepare calculations , drawings, and specifications using relevant codes and standards
• Assist in project plans, schedule, and budget preparation
• Utilize structural engineering Software (CSiBridge , etc.)

Required Skills & Required Experience

• BS in Civil Engineering (MS in Structural Engineering preferred)
• Minimum 5 years of experience
• NJ PE license
• Experience working on bridge transportation projects
• Proficiency in structural analysis and design software
• Strong skills in technical communication and plan preparation.
• Ability to mentor less experienced staff
• Driving is a requirement of the position. A clean driving record is required

Don't meet every single requirement? At Dewberry we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace for our employee's. So if you're excited about this role, but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the position description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may just be the right candidate for this or other opportunities.

*At this time, Dewberry will not sponsor a new applicant for work authorization.

*Dewberry is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation.

Dewberry offers a comprehensive and very competitive package of insurance programs to regular full-time employees and their eligible dependents the first of the month following their date of hire. The insurance package includes medical, dental, vision, and supplemental life. Additional insurances, at no cost to the employee: life (employee only), accidental death and dismemberment, business travel and accident, and short- and long-term disability are also provided. Employees pay a share of Dewberry's premium expenses (on a pre-tax basis) for medical and dental insurance plans.

Dewberry offers a wide range of other employee benefits, including: 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan, 529 College Savings Plans, Travel Assistance, Tuition Reimbursement, Flexible Spending Accounts and Supplemental Life Insurance for employee, spouse, and children.

Positions within our officer program are also eligible for an annual bonus and monthly stipend. Both vary based on level within the program and bonuses are dependent upon company and individual performance. Certain positions are also eligible to receive overtime pay, whereas all non-exempt positions are eligible for overtime (subject to approval).

In addition, a host of discounted purchase programs are available to all employees.

Salary Range

The projected range for this position is $97,000 to $125,000 annually. Depending upon other factors, i.e., skills, experience, location, market conditions, the range may vary slightly. These ranges are for NJ only.