Senior Structural Bridge Engineer

Position: Senior Structural Bridge EngineerLocation: Chicago, IL (Hybrid)Duration: Full Time & Direct Hire

About the job:Performs transportation structural engineering assignments involving transportation related structural plans including bridges, retaining walls, and culverts, surveys, investigations, and equipment for private, public, and transportation projects. Work is reviewed for the application of sound professional judgment. On a task basis, is responsible for preparation and completion of discipline engineering designs that are responsive to project needs. Role Description:You’ll be an integral part of our structural team. As a technical expert, you’ll be responsible for designing bridge, culvert, and retaining wall structures as well as performing field investigations through the application of standard structural engineering practices and techniques for private and public projects. You’ll also assist in the preparation of structural plans, specifications, cost estimates, supporting documents, and permit applications. You’ll handle the overall project coordination. You’ll connect and collaborate internally and externally with coworkers, vendors, and clients, and maintain project documentation such as calculations and project filing. You’ll learn and grow. You’ll build upon an already impressive structural career. You will work on exciting projects and perform assignments designed to continue to develop your professional knowledge and abilities. You’ll both assist and learn from more senior structural engineers and mentor junior engineers, and you’ll exercise your good judgement in making preliminary selections and adaptations of engineering alternatives. You’ll enjoy what you do. You’ll work with great people, continue to learn and grow, and have a good time doing it. Requirements:You studied structural/civil engineering. You have a master’s degree in civil engineering with a structural emphasis and your PE.You’re a bridge and roadway structures expert looking to build on your expertise. You have between 6-10 years of experience in the transportation market, and you’re knowledgeable of relevant codes and standards (AASHTO, IDOT, ISTHA, AREMA) and key structural elements such as bridges superstructure and substructure, retaining walls, beams, columns/piers, connection and foundation systems. Experience with bridge inspection, including completed NHI training, will give you an edge. You are a multitasked with strong research and problem-solving skills and an enviable attention to detail. You’re proficient with business and engineering applications. Microsoft Office, Microstation and/or AutoCAD proficiency are a must. Experience with GeoPak/Open Bridge Modeler and/or Civil 3D is a plus. Knowledge of structural calculation software tools like Midas, DCalc, ConSpan, STADD, LEAP, MDX, LPile, etc. will help you stand out. You’re a people person with the ability to interface and collaborate effectively with team members. You’re comfortable working independently or with others. Your strong leadership, organization, and communication skills will contribute to your success.