Structural Project Engineer - Bridge Design

Lochmueller Group; Edwardsville (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Rich medical insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Basic life insurance

Short-Term and Long-Term disability

Generous vacation and sick leave

Student loan repayment benefit

Flexible scheduling and part-time tele

Job summary

Lochmueller Group is seeking a Structural Project Engineer / Project Manager to join our Illinois Structures team. This role focuses on bridge design for DOT and local agencies, requiring PE and extensive project leadership.

The firm emphasizes an employee-owned culture (ESOP) with comprehensive benefits. You will work on major bridge projects, coordinate design and construction documents, and support proposals while ensuring safety and functionality of structures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering with structural emphasis.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license is required or pursuing licensure.
• 8+ years of structural engineering experience with emphasis on bridge design.
• Experience as a project engineer and/or project manager on DOT/local agency bridge design projects.

Responsibilities

• Perform as a project engineer and/or project manager on DOT/local agency bridge design projects.
• Lead preparation of complete design and construction documents for bridge projects.
• Plan and coordinate aspects of the engineering work.
• Provide bridge inspection services.
• Assist with proposals and funding applications.

Skills

Bridge design

Project management

PE

Microsoft Office

Communication

Team collaboration

Excel

Education

Civil Engineering degree (B.S./M.S.)

Structural emphasis

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are looking for a talented Structural Project Engineer / Project Manager to join our Structural Engineering team in Illinois. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing firm that places a strong emphasis on fostering a positive workplace culture. The ideal candidate for this role will be a Professional Engineer with experience as a project engineer and/or project manager working on DOT or local agency bridge design projects.

Lochmueller Group is a regional engineering consulting firm with an emphasis on infrastructure. We provide multi-disciplined services for a variety of public agencies and private entities, including transportation design; water resources design; environmental analysis & permitting; construction engineering & inspection; traffic engineering & transportation planning; surveying; and land acquisition & appraisal. Our Structures team focuses on the design, analysis, and inspection of man-made structures such as buildings and bridges with the primary goal of ensuring the integrity, safety, and functionality of our built environment.

For over 40 years, Lochmueller Group has helped communities reinvent their future through thoughtful, actionable planning and design.

CARDIA:

Means “from the heart” – Creativity; Accountability; Respect; Dedication; Integrity; Achievement.

Lochmueller Group provides an excellent workplace culture established by our people who share these values. We are a 100% employee-owned company, and our people are invested in the success and continued development of each other and the firm. This is a great place to build a career and grow with a company that is dedicated to quality and service.

• Perform as a project engineer and/or project manager on a variety of DOT and local agency projects related to bridge design.
• Apply advanced, specialized knowledge of principles and practices in broad areas of bridge design.
• Work on a major project or several major projects of moderate scope with complex features.
• Leading the preparation of complete design and construction documents for bridge projects.
• Plan and coordinate aspects of the engineering work.
• Provide bridge inspection services.
• Assist management and staff as a technical specialist or advisor.
• Prepare scopes, budgets, and schedules for assignments.
• Assist with preparation of proposals and funding applications.
• As opportunities present themselves, this role may also be involved in other various responsibilities and projects.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering; Structural emphasis is helpful
• Professional Engineer (PE)
• 8+ years of Structural Engineering experience with an emphasis on bridge design projects
• Experience with project management and accounting software is beneficial
• Exceptional organization skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products including: Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work individually or as part of a team
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – Become an employee-owner!
• Rich coverage for major medical insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Basic life insurance (with option for additional voluntary life insurance)
• Short-Term and Long-Term disability insurance
• Generous vacation and sick leave
• Student loan repayment benefit
• Opportunities for flexible scheduling and part-time telecommuting

Lochmueller Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Lochgroup fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected by federal, state, and local laws.