Structural Bridge Engineer / Inspector

Stantec Inc.•Laurel, MD

28d

About The Position

When faced with an impasse, do you look to bridge the gap? Our Bridges and Structures team does too. From local bridge rehabilitations that support our communities to iconic bridge designs that define a region, our opportunities will connect you to your career goals. A career in transportation is more than bridges, roads, and rail. As we plan, design, and manage projects that move people and goods from Point A to Point B, we create connections that transform our communities. Every airport, road, bridge, port, or transit project is an opportunity to make communities safer, cleaner, and more resilient. Together, we're making an impact around the world. If you're looking for a career that moves, join our team of professionals who are passionate about the future of transportation. Your Opportunity Stantec has an immediate need for talented, team focused Structural Bridge Engineers / Inspectors with bridge design and inspection experience. As a Structural Engineer, you will have the opportunity to grow in design knowledge and responsibility, as well as qualify as a team leader for inspection and/or a Project Manager for design related tasks. You will contribute to the design component of roadway and bridge projects throughout Maryland, Virginia, and the District of Columbia. Additionally, you will assist with bridge inspections. along with writing and reviewing inspection reports.

Requirements

4+ years of bridge design and inspection experience. Transportation Roadway/Bridge Design experience in Maryland, Virginia, and the District f Columbia is desired.
Ability to participate and collaborate in project team setting, engage in creative and critical thought, and effectively communicate ideas.
Experience with AASHTO Bridge Design Specifications is required.
A working knowledge of MicroStation or AutoCAD is preferred.
Understanding of national and state bridge inspection methods, evaluations, and report preparation is required.
Ability to travel within the Maryland, Virginia, and District of Columbia area.
Ability to climb ladders, and work at heights using various bridge inspection access equipment.
Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering with structural emphasis. Master's degree is preferred
Professional Engineering license, or ability to obtain within 6 months is highly preferred.
Valid driver's license and good driving record is required.
E.I.T. license is required.

Nice To Haves

Experience with MDOT SHA, MDTA, and VDOT design criteria and requirements is preferred.
Bridge load rating experience preferred.
Successful Completion of FHWA/NHI Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges training course is preferred.
Inspection experience including large complex bridges and bridges with fracture critical members is preferred.

Responsibilities

The majority of work will include bridge design and inspection projects for departments of transportation and municipalities in Maryland, Virginia, and the District of Columbia and may also include rail related projects.
Key design duties include preparation of design calculations, plans, CAD drafting, and construction cost estimates while assisting the project manager to develop special provisions and specifications for DOT and Municipal clients.
During construction, tasks will include the review of Contractor submittals and preparing responses to requests for information under the guidance of a more senior engineer.
Responsibilities include the evaluation of existing structures and development of load ratings.
Preparing engineering reports and technical studies, and assisting on other projects, as needed, including participation in roadway and site civil design activities.
Performs inspection of bridges at various levels along with preparing the inspection reports

Benefits

Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave.
Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year.
In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).
Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.

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