Structural Bridge Engineering Specialist
About The Position
STV is seeking a Structural (Bridge) Engineering Specialist to join their growing regional structural team. This role will contribute to bridge design, assessment, rehabilitation, and plan production of bridges, offering experience in both office and field settings. The position involves partnering with experienced engineers, project managers, and multidisciplinary teams, providing opportunities to expand engineering capabilities through design assignments, field experience, and increasing project responsibility. The position may be based in Frisco, Dallas, or Austin, TX, or Oklahoma City, OK, with potential for project-related travel.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
- Engineer-in-Training certification, or the ability to obtain it within a reasonable period after joining STV.
- Working knowledge of AASHTO, AISC, and ACI design codes.
- Foundational knowledge of structural analysis and the behavior and design of steel and reinforced concrete.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and a willingness to learn new technical tools.
- Clear verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, and a collaborative approach.
Nice To Haves
- Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification.
- FHWA-NHI 130055 Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges certification.
- An understanding of structural analysis and the design of prestressed concrete structures.
- Experience with structural analysis and design software such as OpenBridge Designer, LARSA, LEAP Bridge, CSiBridge, and STAAD.
- Experience contributing to Department of Transportation projects and familiarity with design manuals and standards.
- Experience using bridge and roadway design platforms such as OpenBridge Modeler, MicroStation, and OpenRoads Designer (ORD).
- Exposure to field assignments, construction support, or evaluation of existing structures.
Responsibilities
- Apply technical knowledge to perform structural engineering calculations and bridge load ratings.
- Prepare and review design calculations for new and existing bridges, retaining walls, culverts, and other transportation structures.
- Contribute to bridge assessments, evaluate repair options, and help develop construction drawings and specifications.
- Apply applicable AASHTO, AISC, ACI, and state transportation agency criteria to engineering assignments.
- Use structural analysis, design, modeling, and plan-production software to support project delivery.
- Collaborate with project managers and multidisciplinary team members to keep schedules, deliverables, and project activities moving forward.
- Participate in field assignments, site visits, bridge assessments, and any construction-related activities as needed.
Benefits
- Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable)
- Disability insurance
- Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
- 401(k) Plan
- Retirement Counseling
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Back-Up Dependent Care
- Parental Leave
- Continuing Education Program
- Professional Licensure and Society Memberships
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
