Project Engineer - Bridge & Structures

BKF•Fresno, CA

9h•$99,000 - $135,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Project Engineer on the Bridges & Structures team supports the delivery of bridge and transportation structure projects across California by contributing to coordinated structural solutions that meet agency requirements, project constraints, and constructability needs from design through construction. We are seeking three Bridges & Structures engineers to support projects in the Northern California, Central California, and Southern California regions.

Requirements

Minimum of 3+ years of experience in bridge and structural engineering, including the design and analysis of highway structures such as bridges, overpasses, retaining walls, culverts, and associated structural elements
Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related field from an ABET-accredited program
Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and other similar design software
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment
Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external partners, including public agencies, consultants, and community stakeholders

Nice To Haves

Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification highly preferred; candidates with E.I.T. or Professional Engineer (P.E.) licensure will be prioritized

Responsibilities

Design and coordination of bridge and structural engineering projects, including highway and rail bridges, overpasses, underpasses, retaining walls, culverts, sound walls, and other transportation-related structures
Preparation of structural design plans, details, calculations, and specifications in compliance with Caltrans, AASHTO, local agency, and seismic design standards
Development of structural analysis and load rating calculations for new and existing bridge structures, including rehabilitation and retrofit projects
Design of foundations and substructures such as piles, drilled shafts, footings, abutments, and piers, considering geotechnical and seismic requirements
Preparation of structural quantity takeoffs, engineer’s estimates, and construction cost evaluations for bridge and structure projects
Coordination with roadway, geotechnical, drainage, utility, and construction engineering teams to ensure integrated and constructible designs
Preparation of technical reports, structural assessments, feasibility studies, and alternatives analyses to support bridge and structural projects
Application of Federal, State, City, and County codes, including permitting, seismic safety, and regulatory requirements for bridge and structural design
Review of shop drawings, RFIs, and construction submittals to ensure conformance with design intent and project specifications
Collaboration with transportation agencies, contractors, consultants, and external stakeholders throughout planning, design, and construction phases