Structural Graduate Engineer (Public Infrastructure)

Westwood Professional Services; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking a Structural Graduate Engineer to join our Fort Worth, TX office. In this role, you will be responsible for designing various structures including bridges, drainage structures, and foundations.

Applicants should have a Bachelor’s degree in civil/structural engineering, at least 1-4 years of experience, and comfort with design software such as AutoCAD. A supportive team environment and opportunities for professional growth are key aspects of this position.

Qualifications

• 1-4 years of relevant experience in structural engineering design.
• Familiar with applicable codes and standards for design.
• Design experience with reinforced concrete and steel structures is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural engineering design and project coordination tasks.
• Design structural elements for infrastructure projects.
• Prepare detailed design calculations and construction drawings.

Skills

Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills

Ability to make independent decisions

Strong attention to detail

Working knowledge of MS Office

Ability to proactively pursue design solutions

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil/structural engineering from an ABET accredited college

Master's degree in structural engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

MicroStation

Job description

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking a Structural Graduate Engineer to join our team in our Fort Worth, TX office. As a Structural Graduate Engineer, you will design various structures for our projects including bridges, TxDot and municipal designs, drainage structures, retaining walls, foundations, and other miscellaneous structures. Westwood has a highly experienced and dynamic team of individuals dedicated to providing high-level professional services to our clients. As part of our team, you will have an opportunity to shape local and regional infrastructure within the community you live. Candidates must have a willingness to perform a variety of structural engineering tasks supporting various project types and project managers.

Requirements

Under the direct supervision of a Licensed Professional Engineer, performs structural engineering design and project coordination tasks. Duties and level of responsibility on tasks will vary based on experience level but will include:

• Design of various structural elements (bridges, retaining walls, foundations, drainage structures, etc.) on infrastructure and private development projects
• Lead design tasks and won his or her work for minor projects under the supervision of a Professional Engineer.
• Manage and develop plans and models using AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroStation, OpenBridge Modeler, OpenRoads Designer, etc
• Prepare detailed design calculations and construction drawings for bridges, retaining walls, and other miscellaneous structures
• Identification of and adherence to governing codes for structural design of various elements
• Prepare construction cost estimates/quantity takeoffs
• Field reviews and construction inspections
• Creation and submission of technical reports, presentations, exhibits and design calculations
• Perform engineering calculations/analyses
• Coordinate with government entities, utility service providers and subconsultants
• Manage task assignments for budget and schedule adherence
• Reviews and approves project submittals, RFIs, and supports field activities during construction.
• Provide professional and technical support to multiple Westwood projects.
• Day-to-day support and input to internal and external Project Managers.

Required Skills

• Outgoing, friendly, approachable
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills
• Ability to make independent decisions
• Strong attention to detail
• Working knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, etc.)
• Ability to manage time and workload effectively, which includes planning, organizing, and prioritizing with attention to details
• Ability to identify and develop solutions to complex problems or seek guidance from more experienced engineers
• Ability to apply structural engineering principles to design of various elements
• Competent technical skills required to complete engineering tasks on schedule
• Able to proactively pursue design solutions
• Good reputation amongst peers, clients, and agencies
• Follow general directions and guidelines for the firm's policies, practices, and procedures
• A supportive team member with the ability to work both independently and within a collaborative environment
• Strong sense of urgency and self-initiative to meet project deadlines

Required Experience

• Bachelor's degree in civil/structural engineering from an ABET accredited college.
• Master's degree in structural engineering (Highly Preferred)
• 1-4 years of relevant experience in structural engineering design
• Familiar with applicable codes and standards and applying and conforming to code requirements for projects design. (AASHTO LRFD, AISC 360, ACI 318, IBC, ASCE 7)
• Design experience with reinforced concrete, steel, and masonry structures and facility with related design procedures is a plus

Preferred Experience

• EIT/FE certification or the ability to obtain certification within one year is preferred
• TxDOT familiarity and experience is a plus
• Strong AutoCAD and MicroStation drafting experience highly preferred
• Strong all-around theoretical knowledge of structural engineering principles
• Familiarity with structural engineering software, such as Mathcad, STAAD, RISA, LPile, Midas, Leap Bridge Concrete, and SPcolumn