Structural Bridge Design Engineer

Kimley-Horn • Saint Paul, MN

15h • Onsite

About The Position

Kimley-Horn's Saint Paul, Minnesota (MN) office is seeking a Bridge Engineer with 4+ years of experience to join their Bridge Structures team. This role primarily focuses on bridge design, with opportunities to support in-service bridge inspections, load rating analyses, and various structural evaluations across Minnesota. While inspection and evaluation experience is beneficial, it's not a strict requirement. Individuals with strong design skills and an interest in expanding into inspection will find ample opportunities for growth and increased responsibility.

Requirements

• 4+ years of relevant engineering design experience
• Experience with AASHTOWare BrR for bridge load rating analyses
• Completion of NHI 130055 Safety Inspection of In Service Bridges training, or ability to obtain within 12 months
• Professional Engineering (P.E.) License (or ability to obtain within 12 months)
• Knowledge and experience in AutoCAD and OpenBridge with some ability to produce drawings and details, when needed
• Knowledge and experience in structural analysis and design software, such as STAAD, RAM, E-Tabs, MathCAD, TEDDS, ADAPT PT, and other structural related design software
• Strong sense of urgency and self-discipline to meet client deadlines
• Detail-oriented team player with an ability to contribute to a positive work environment
• Ability to multi-task and work on a variety of projects concurrently
• Excellent communication, leadership, and technical skills with a continuous mindset on personal and staff development
• Positive, can-do attitude and a strong work ethic

Nice To Haves

• Inspection and evaluation experience—or an interest in developing these skills—is considered a beneficial perk, not a requirement.

Responsibilities

• Serve in a technical role on bridge design projects
• Perform structural analysis, design, and planning on bridges and other transportation structures
• Develop full sets of structural drawings and technical specifications without guidance
• Projects could include bridge design, box culvert, and retaining wall design
• Train and mentor Engineers-In-Training (EITs) in structural engineering
• Perform structural design calculations, plan production activities, and prepare project document submittal packages, while maintaining a Quality Control program for the entire project
• Lead and provide support for construction phase efforts on building projects in structural engineering
• Support and participate in meetings and presentations with clients, contractors, and design team members
• Contribute to identifying project opportunities through networking with new and existing clients
• Conduct routine bridge safety inspections and prepare inspection documentation.
• Perform bridge load ratings using established methodologies and tools.
• Complete structural evaluations, including condition assessments and rehabilitation recommendations.

Benefits

• Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to-1 company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
• Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
• Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
• Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed