Bridge Engineer

HNTB Corporation • Salt Lake, UT

3d

About The Position

The Bridge Engineer is responsible for producing and modifying design calculations, technical reports, engineering plans, and specifications for assigned projects. Working closely with project managers, the engineer performs research, development, calculations, design, and delivery, applying engineering techniques, procedures, and design criteria to projects of varying size and complexity. The role contributes technical knowledge, experience, and client relationships to project design execution and evaluation, and develops conceptual and detailed designs using current drawing and technical tools, programs, and software. The engineer may mentor, train, and review the work of junior engineering staff and provide constructive feedback. The position supports successful delivery of a diverse range of client projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and 4 years of relevant experience, or a Master’s degree in Engineering and 3 years of relevant experience, or a PhD in Engineering and 2 years of relevant experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with a structural emphasis.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Proficiency with bridge analysis and design software such as CsiBridge, SAP2000, LEAP Bridge, Lpile, and bridge load-rating software.
• Strong understanding of AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications and AASHTO seismic design requirements.
• Experience using MicroStation and/or OpenRoads Designer.
• Strong technical writing and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet project deadlines.

Nice To Haves

• 5–10 years of bridge and structural engineering experience.
• Master’s degree in Engineering.
• Structural Engineer (SE) license or ability to obtain one.
• Experience designing bridges for UDOT projects.

Responsibilities

• Complete assigned work within the provided schedule and hours.
• Assist in developing project specifications.
• Develop discipline-specific engineering project deliverables, including reports, designs, and plans.
• Aid in coordinating and supporting the productivity of project team members.
• Provide technical guidance to less experienced engineering project team members.
• Work closely with other disciplines on multidisciplinary projects.
• Perform quality-control reviews of discipline-specific engineering deliverables.
• Assist with coordination and planning of discipline schedules, hours, and work distribution.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Perform research, calculations, design, and project delivery in coordination with the project manager.
• Develop conceptual and detailed designs and calculations using current drawing and technical tools, programs, and software.
• May mentor, train, and review junior engineers’ work and provide constructive feedback.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level