Structural Design Engineer

Mead & Hunt; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 92,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Employee-owned firm

Career growth opportunities

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

Mead & Hunt in Columbia, MD; Herndon, VA; or Washington, DC seeks a Structural Design Engineer to contribute to bridge and highway sign structure projects across locations. You will lead design work, develop cost estimates, and monitor project progress with field site visits.

The role requires a Civil Engineering degree, 4+ years of experience, and a PE license with Maryland licensure within 6 months of hire; some travel is expected as part of project oversight.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum of 4 years of related experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in any state, with the ability to obtain Maryland licensure within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and oversee the preparation of bridge and highway sign structures designs, reports, studies, specifications, provisions, and construction documents
• Prepare engineering and design documents, computations, and quantity estimates
• Develop probable construction cost estimates for projects
• Perform condition inspections of bridge structures and highway sign structures
• Prepare condition inspections reports
• Manage bridge projects, including budgets, schedules, and deadlines
• Perform quality control and quality system tasks in accordance with the quality manual
• Be responsible for the timely completion of assigned tasks within projects
• Prepare, analyze, and modify engineering reports and plans
• Visit project sites to monitor progress and perform routine construction administration
• Assist with client contact and communication related to specific projects
• Provide assistance with bridge and other civil engineering projects in other locations, as needed

Skills

4+ years of related experience

Bridge design experience

DOT bridge design experience

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

STADD PRO

LEAP bridge design

MicroStation

OpenBridge

Job description

Responsibilities

Established in 1900, Mead & Hunt is a nationally recognized, employee-owned professional services consulting firm. Our planning, design, and construction services support clients across a wide range of markets, including transportation, water infrastructure, architecture, food and beverage processing, federal, and more. Through innovative methodologies and a people-first culture, we deliver cost-effective solutions that elevate both clients and communities.

At Mead & Hunt, our culture is built on taking care of people, doing the right thing, and doing what makes sense. We believe in flexibility, giving back to our communities, and investing in long-term relationships with our employees.

Mead & Hunt has a full-time opportunity available for a Structural Design Engineer in our Columbia, MD; Herndon, VA; or Washington, DC office locations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and oversee the preparation of bridge and highway sign structures designs, reports, studies, specifications, provisions, and construction documents
• Prepare engineering and design documents, computations, and quantity estimates
• Develop probable construction cost estimates for projects
• Perform condition inspections of bridge structures and highway sign structures
• Prepare condition inspections reports
• Manage bridge projects, including budgets, schedules, and deadlines
• Perform quality control and quality system tasks in accordance with the quality manual
• Be responsible for the timely completion of assigned tasks within projects
• Prepare, analyze, and modify engineering reports and plans
• Visit project sites to monitor progress and perform routine construction administration
• Assist with client contact and communication related to specific projects
• Provide assistance with bridge and other civil engineering projects in other locations, as needed

Some travel will be required

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Civil Engineering from an accredited college or university
• Minimum of 4 years of related experience
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in any state, with the ability to obtain Maryland licensure within 6 months of hire

Preferred Qualifications:

• Civil engineering and bridge design experience, including plan preparation
• DOT bridge design experience
• AASHTO Bridge LRFD Design Guidelines

• STADD PRO
• Experience with bridge design software (LEAP products preferred)

• Drafting software experience (MicroStation preferred; OpenBridge a plus)

Why Mead & Hunt?

• Strong company culture
• Employee-owned firm
• Flexible schedules
• Robust career advancement, training, and growth opportunities
• Diverse skillsets under one company
• Impressive benefits package

Mead & Hunt proudly offers medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off; paid sick leave; parental leave; a 401(k) plan with a generous company match; life and disability insurance; and an employee assistance program.

Mead & Hunt will not sponsor a visa (H-1B, etc.) for this position.

Salary Range: $92,000-$125,000 (annual) – Actual compensation may vary due to other factors such as: experience, skill set or location.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of applicable pre-employment screening requirements.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

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