Structural (Bridge) Project Engineer

Dewberry•Bloomfield, NJ

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Dewberry is seeking a Structural (Bridge) Project Engineer located in the Bloomfield, NJ office. The successful candidate will manage structural teams and complete designs for simple and complex bridges (primarily of steel and concrete construction) and a variety of transportation related structures (retaining walls, culverts, sign structures and other miscellaneous structures) using applicable software for public clients. Bridge design work encompasses new and replacement bridges, bridge widening’s, and bridge rehabilitation. The candidate will be responsible for completing and overseeing all phases of project development including planning, scheduling, inspection, analysis, design, development of contract plans, cost estimates, and technical specifications and reports. The candidate must be able to successfully work independently as well as work with and/or lead a team of structural engineers and drafters, as well as coordinate with other project disciplines, working closely with clients to meet their objectives. The ability and willingness to mentor less experienced staff is required. Dewberry is a leading, market-facing professional services firm with more than 60 locations and 2,500 professionals nationwide. What sets us apart from our competitors is our people. At Dewberry, we seek out exceptional talent and strive to deliver the highest quality of services to our clients. Whether you’re an experienced professional or a new graduate, you’ll have the chance to collaborate with the best and brightest and work on innovative and complex projects at the forefront of the industry. Our commitment to excellence stems from our personal integrity and from other defining attributes, which we call “Dewberry at Work,” that have inspired our employees to be successful for more than a half-century.

Requirements

BS in Civil Engineering (MS in Structural Engineering preferred)
Minimum 5 years of experience
NJ PE license
Experience working on bridge transportation projects
Proficiency in structural analysis and design software
Strong skills in technical communication and plan preparation.
Ability to mentor less experienced staff
Driving is a requirement of the position. A clean driving record is required

Nice To Haves

Experience with NJDOT and NJTA design standards and current state of practice such as accelerated bridge construction and prefabricated bridge elements are preferred.

Responsibilities

Oversee the design of simple and complex bridges
Oversee all phases of project development including planning, scheduling, inspection, analysis, design, development of contract plans, cost estimates, and technical specifications and reports
Lead a multidisciplinary team of engineers and drafters as well as coordinate with clients to complete assignments
Perform Structural Analysis and design
Prepare calculations , drawings, and specifications using relevant codes and standards
Assist in project plans, schedule, and budget preparation
Utilize structural engineering Software (CSiBridge , etc.)