Civil Engineer III - Bridge Design Project Engineer
About The Position
Collins is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Structural Project Engineer II to join its Chicago, Illinois team. The role focuses on structural design and inspection, with an interest in bridge engineering. The engineer will manage projects, work with clients and government agencies, and perform structural inspections and design. It offers an opportunity for career growth for a technically driven professional. The position is responsible for engineering projects of varying size and complexity in the field or office, in accordance with plans and specifications. The engineer plans and coordinates project work, supports project schedules and quality, monitors budgets and timelines, and informs the Project Manager of potential scope changes. The role also includes supervising staff, contributing to proposals and project planning, and promoting workplace safety. Relocation is available.
Requirements
- Bachelor's and/or master's degree in civil engineering from an accredited four-year university.
- 4–10 years of experience in structural engineering.
- Experience designing structures including, but not limited to, bridges, roadways, railroads, marinas, and/or ports.
- Professional Engineer (P.E.) and/or Structural Engineer (S.E.) license required.
- Proficiency with office software such as Word, Excel, and Bluebeam.
- Working knowledge of office automation, CADD, and engineering automation tools.
- Experience with MicroStation and OpenRoads/Bridge at a minimum.
- Working knowledge of structural design software and component-design automation software such as Excel and Mathcad.
- Experience with BrR and STAAD at a minimum.
- Strong technical verbal and writing skills, with the ability to read technical literature and engineering plans.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and ability to apply professional knowledge to routine and non-routine tasks and engineering activities.
- Ability to drive or operate a motor vehicle for company business and maintain a valid driver's license in the state of residence.
Responsibilities
- Independently perform engineering computations using conventional engineering practices.
- Provide technical engineering expertise to ensure projects comply with engineering standards, codes, specifications, and design instructions.
- Review, analyze, and resolve field and design issues.
- Prepare complete engineering plans or reports.
- Use computer-assisted engineering and design software and equipment to prepare engineering documents.
- Make design recommendations or adaptations.
- Work directly with clients and liaise with government agencies.
- Take responsibility for engineering projects of varying sizes and complexities in the field or office, in accordance with plans and specifications.
- Plan, schedule, conduct, and coordinate detailed phases of assigned project work.
- Monitor project budgets and timelines and apprise the Project Manager of potential or anticipated scope changes.
- Assist with project schedules and timely completion.
- Assist with proposal preparation, project scoping, cost estimating, planning, and quality.
- Attend meetings or events outside normal working hours as needed.
- Direct and supervise engineers, technicians, drafters, and administrative staff.
- Actively observe and act appropriately regarding safety.
- Ensure staff who need specialized health and safety training receive it, and discuss safety as an important aspect of their work.
- Participate in technical societies and publish engineering papers or articles.
Benefits
- Relocation is available.
- Benefits are referenced, but specific benefits are not listed in the supplied description.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
