Bridge & Structures Designer (Engineer 1)

DOWL • Bellevue, WA

11h • $73,642 - $110,643

About The Position

The Bridge and Structures Designer 1 performs engineering tasks related to structural design and analysis under the supervision of a licensed Engineer. The role calls for strong critical thinking, the ability to learn and apply technical concepts, teamwork, openness to constructive feedback, and seeking guidance from experienced team members. The designer may also assist with construction support, in-service inspections, transportation, and other civil engineering tasks. Work consists of basic technical assignments supporting more experienced staff, with minimal autonomy and close supervision.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• EIT/EI credential required within six months of hire.
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record.
• Solid understanding of engineering fundamentals.
• Basic design skills, technical writing skills, and clear internal communication skills.
• Basic understanding of standard design codes, including AASHTO, ACI, and AISC.
• Ability to work well with others, apply constructive criticism, learn technical concepts, and seek guidance as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Basic proficiency with market-sector software such as MathCAD, AutoCAD, or MicroStation.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic structural design and analysis tasks under the supervision of a licensed Engineer.
• Work on structural design teams, completing simple tasks with oversight.
• Prepare quantity calculations and structural calculations with oversight.
• Edit boilerplate special provisions.
• Develop contract plans and cost estimates with oversight.
• Perform requested client-related tasks with oversight and obtain approval before external communications.
• Recognize when simple tasks are taking longer than planned and understand their scope, schedules, and budgets.
• Assist with construction support assignments, in-service inspections, transportation, and other civil engineering tasks as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• High-Deductible Health Plan with Health Savings Account and employer contribution
• Flexible spending account
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Dependent care account
• Employee assistance program
• 401(k) plan with discretionary employer contributions for matching
• Profit sharing
• Student debt repayment
• Paid time off accruing at a minimum of 16 days per year, with accrual beginning on the first day of employment
• Nine paid holidays per calendar year

What This Job Offers

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