Project Engineer - Structural Design (48428)

Collins Engineers•Fairfax, VA

14h

About The Position

Collins is an ENR Top 500 Design Firm. We have opportunities for you. Collins is seeking a self-motivated Structural Design-Project Engineer to be an integral part of our team. This position will provide the opportunity to work on a varied mix of structural design projects and load ratings. This person will support the Southeast Division of Collins, which has offices located in Fairfax; Newport News; Virginia Beach; Charleston, SC; Lexington, KY; and Port Arthur, TX . You can choose any of these locations to work from and flexible scheduling will be considered. Typical Duties and Responsibilities : Provides technical engineering expertise to project manager and/or client to ensure the project complies with all engineering standards, codes, specifications, and design instructions. Reviews, analyzes, and resolves field and/or design issues. Performs complex engineering computations involving conventional engineering practices. Prepares complete engineering plans or reports. Demonstrates strong proficiency in computer-assisted engineering and design software and equipment to prepare engineering and design documents. Makes design recommendations and/or adaptations. Responsible for engineering projects of varying size and complexity in field or office in accordance with plans and specifications. Plans, schedules, conducts, and/or coordinates detailed phases of assigned project work. Is familiar with project budgets and timelines and apprises the project manager of potential or anticipated changes in scope. Assists in coordinating project schedules and timely completion of projects. Assists in proposal preparation, project scoping, and estimating project costs. Directs and supervises the work of other engineers, technicians, drafters, and administrative staff. Other duties may be assigned. Relocation is available. Click HERE to see the variety of benefits Collins has to offer.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and/or master’s degree in civil engineering from an accredited four-year university.
4 years or more experience in project engineering.
Experience in the inspection and/or design of, but not limited to, bridges, roadways, railroads, marinas, and/or ports and load ratings.
Must have experience with AASHTO BrR software.
Professional Engineer (P.E.) certification required.
Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

Provides technical engineering expertise to project manager and/or client to ensure the project complies with all engineering standards, codes, specifications, and design instructions.
Reviews, analyzes, and resolves field and/or design issues.
Performs complex engineering computations involving conventional engineering practices.
Prepares complete engineering plans or reports.
Demonstrates strong proficiency in computer-assisted engineering and design software and equipment to prepare engineering and design documents.
Makes design recommendations and/or adaptations.
Responsible for engineering projects of varying size and complexity in field or office in accordance with plans and specifications.
Plans, schedules, conducts, and/or coordinates detailed phases of assigned project work.
Is familiar with project budgets and timelines and apprises the project manager of potential or anticipated changes in scope.
Assists in coordinating project schedules and timely completion of projects.
Assists in proposal preparation, project scoping, and estimating project costs.
Directs and supervises the work of other engineers, technicians, drafters, and administrative staff.
Other duties may be assigned.