Structural Bridge / Hydraulics Engineer - Charlotte, NC

LJB•Charlotte, NC

2d•$95,000 - $160,000

About The Position

Join a Growing National Engineering Firm Shaping the Future of Infrastructure! As a growing, forward-thinking firm, LJB Inc. is expanding our impact across the country by delivering innovative, community-focused engineering solutions. Founded in 1966, we specialize in civil and structural engineering, with additional expertise in geospatial, safety, and environmental services. Our broad technical capabilities and diverse client base have allowed us to deliver successful projects in all 50 states and several countries. Within our Transportation Practice , LJB has spent more than five decades designing infrastructure that connects people, supports communities, and improves quality of life. As a full-service team, we bring deep technical expertise and a collaborative mindset to every projectcreating safe, efficient, and forward-thinking transportation solutions. We are currently seeking an experienced Structural Bridge/Hydraulics Engineer to support and grow our Transportation Practice in our Charlotte, North Carolina office. In this role, you will have an immediate impact on our firm as we strive to provide the best solutions for our clients. We are looking for a motivated professional with a forward-thinking mindset, strong analytical problem-solving skills, and a collaborative spirit. The ideal candidate will bring innovative ideas, a professional attitude, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Annual Compensation: $95,000 - $160,000 based upon experience, certifications, and regional market standards. Benefit Information: Here STRUCTURAL BRIDGE HYDRAULICS ENGINEER

Requirements

Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering is required.
North Carolina PE is required.
5-10 years of bridge/culvert design experience.
NCDOT bridge design experience and thorough understanding of NCDOT design guidelines, procedures, and plan preparation.
Thorough knowledge of AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications and Manual for Bridge Evaluation.
Experience with CAD plan development, MicroStation/ORD, Open Bridge Designer.

Nice To Haves

A masters degree in Civil Engineering with a structural emphasis is preferred

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the team on the analysis and design of bridges and related structures, including steel and prestressed concrete beams, concrete slabs, pedestrian bridges, culverts, retaining walls, grade separations, stream crossings, bridge rehabilitations, and design-build pursuits.
Perform and review bridge hydraulic analyses, including HEC-RAS modeling, scour evaluations, and waterway adequacy assessments to support bridge and culvert design.
Coordinate with infrastructure teams to ensure compliance with FEMA, FHWA, and NCDOT hydraulic design criteria and to support state floodplain permitting and documentation.
Lead bridge projects and coordinate tasks as a bridge task coordinator, managing schedules, budgets, and deliverables.
Support teams in other offices with bridge and hydraulic design tasks and plan production.
Mentor junior engineers and perform quality control reviews of structural and hydraulic deliverables.
Develop technical memorandums, specifications, feasibility studies, evaluations, and reports, and support proposal development.
Other duties as assigned.