Structural Bridge Designer

Benesch • Nashville, TN

10h • Hybrid

About The Position

Benesch is hiring a Structural Designer to join its Franklin or Nashville office on a hybrid work schedule. The position designs vehicular and pedestrian bridges, ranging from simple to complex, and supports project delivery under the guidance of a Project Manager. The work includes analyzing project elements, developing loads and design calculations, preparing structural calculations, and designing and drafting structural elements and details. The designer is expected to deliver complete, reviewable work on schedule and within budget.

Benesch describes itself as a growing, multi-disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm focused on enhancing infrastructure and communities. The company emphasizes an inclusive work environment, professional growth, mentorship, leadership training, and opportunities to contribute to meaningful projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering with a structural emphasis, or a related discipline.
• Engineer Intern (EI) credential or ability to obtain it.
• 0 to 2+ years of structural design experience.
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills.
• Progressive experience developing plans and specifications using MicroStation.
• Strong organization and leadership skills, with a track record of adhering to design budgets and schedules.
• Ability to perform complex analysis and design.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with TDOT.
• Experience with MicroStation.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic analysis of project elements.
• Perform load development and design calculations for project elements and check work.
• Prepare organized structural calculations.
• Design and draft structural elements and details.
• Develop task deliverables in a complete and reviewable manner.
• Perform assigned tasks on schedule and within budget.
• Work independently under the guidance of a Project Manager.
• Assemble complete design packages for assigned elements or projects.

Benefits

• Professional development, leadership training, mentorship, and opportunities to take on new challenges and greater responsibility.
• Up to 9% retirement contribution for benefit-eligible employees.
• Flexible work schedules that support professional and personal life.
• Generous paid time off for benefit-eligible employees.
• Parental leave for benefit-eligible employees.
• Opportunities to collaborate, contribute ideas, solve meaningful challenges, and see the impact of work.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level