Engineering Designer

Colliers Engineering & Design • Waverly, MI

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About The Position

Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking a Bridge Designer in Lansing, Michigan, to contribute to bridge replacement, rehabilitation, and maintenance projects. The role works alongside experienced professionals with backgrounds in state departments of transportation, Class 1 railroads, and national technical committees. Candidates at both entry and experienced levels are encouraged to apply. The position includes design work and may include client-facing interaction. Employees may also have opportunities to participate in professional association committees and contribute to standards of practice.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• At least 1 year of bridge design or engineering experience, including internship experience.
• Ability to work and learn independently and as part of a team, with an emphasis on open communication, collaboration, and applying feedback.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English for comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering preferred.
• Prior DOT experience highly preferred.
• Experience with MicroStation, Midas Civil, Civil 3D, and LEAP Bridge is a plus.
• Familiarity with MS Excel, Mathcad, MS Outlook, and BlueBeam is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing designs for bridge projects, culverts, and load ratings.
• Perform quality assurance and quality control on project designs and drawings produced by drafters, designers, and/or design engineers.
• Apply engineering principles and practices to bridge engineering operations in Michigan and Ohio.
• May serve as the company contact for clients, other design professionals, and contractors.
• May serve on professional association committees focused on establishing policies, standards, procedures, and research at the local, state, or national level.
• Participate in interpreting, updating, and/or creating Standards of Practice.

Benefits

• Company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid pregnancy disability leave
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Company-matched 401(k)/Roth
• Paid time off, including parental and military leave
• Employee referral and professional license bonuses
• Straight-time compensation for exempt employees’ billable hours in excess of 40 within a work week
• Education reimbursement
• Free in-house educational and self-enrichment courses
• Mentorship program
• Wellness program
• Women’s Organization
• Philanthropic opportunities
• Safe and comfortable work environment
• Potential for career advancement

What This Job Offers

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