Structural Bridge Project Engineer
Structural Project Engineer
Our Kansas division is looking to hire a Structural Project Engineer. The ideal candidate will be a licensed PE in Kansas and/or Missouri and will work within a team of professionals designing, load rating and inspecting bridge structures preferably with MoDOT and KDOT. We are looking for someone who is highly and internally motivated, wants to work on complex and engaging projects, and desires increasing levels of responsibility. The successful candidate must be enthusiastic, a team player and looking to advance their career.
Location
This position will have a hybrid work schedule and, when in the office, will work from any of our Kansas/Missouri offices. This includes Kansas City, KS, Topeka, KS, Wichita, KS, Manhattan, KS, Lenexa, KS, or Kansas City, MO.
The Impact You Will Have
- Prepare and review structural and geometrical calculations for bridge design projects
- Manage the process of compiling and coordinating plans, specifications, cost estimates and pay items in accordance with DOT standards
- Prepare and review bridge load rating reports to MoDOT and KDOT design standards
- Plan and perform bridge and tunnel inspections to MoDOT and KDOT design standards
- Prepare and review bridge and tunnel inspection reports to MoDOT and KDOT design standards
- Coordinate the above tasks with the Project Manager
- Lead structural designers and inspectors on bridge design, load rating and inspection projects
- Assume responsibility for assigned design calculation files and plans assuring adequate independent QC reviews on that work
What You Will Need
- B.S. Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline required
- PE License in Missouri and/or Kansas or ability to obtain
- Minimum of 4 years of bridge design, load rating and/or inspection experience
- Successful completion of one or more of the following FHWA-NHI courses preferred but not required:
- Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges
- Fracture Critical Inspection Techniques for Steel Bridges
- Bridge Inspection Refresher Training
- Experience working with MoDOT, KDOT and/or municipalities
- Strong communication and client relation skills
- Progressive experience with developing design drawings and utilizing MicroStation and/or AutoCAD.
- Strong organization and leadership skills with a track record for adhering to design budgets and schedules.
- Ability to perform complex analysis and design
- Ability to assemble a complete design package for assigned elements or projects
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment