Structural Engineer 2 - Bridges

GAI Consultants•Albany, NY

About The Position

Creighton Manning, a GAI Consultants Company, is seeking an experienced Structural Engineer 2 to work on bridge and other transportation-related projects in Albany, Poughkeepsie, or Syracuse, New York. An Engineer 2 functions as a fully competent engineer in all aspects of assigned subject matter and develops and evaluates plans and criteria for projects and activities carried out by junior staff. The role assesses the feasibility and soundness of proposals and generally serves as a staff advisor and consultant in a technical specialty or program function. Typical work includes bridge and culvert rehabilitation and replacement, retaining wall design, miscellaneous structural design for transportation infrastructure, and construction engineering support. The position may require work outside normal business hours to meet client requests or attend meetings. The engineer serves as Project Engineer with autonomy over project-related tasks and as a designated client contact, and may contribute to multiple projects. The role plans, schedules, conducts, or coordinates engineering work; completes complex assignments using judgment and independent evaluation; and provides technical direction, quality oversight, and coordination across disciplines. The engineer also contributes technical guidance and strategy to proposals and concepts, develops practical approaches to technical issues within fiscal constraints, and troubleshoots project challenges. The position requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET/EAC-accredited program or an approved equivalent, 5–10 years of experience in a similar engineering role, and New York Professional Engineer licensure or the ability to obtain reciprocal licensure. The stated hourly pay ranges are $49.00–$56.00 in Albany and Syracuse and $53.90–$61.60 in Poughkeepsie. Pay is based on the applicant’s ability and experience and the labor market.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET/EAC-accredited program or an approved equivalent.
5–10 years of experience in a similar engineering role.
Professional Engineer (P.E.) licensure in New York or ability to obtain reciprocal licensure.
Experience progressing transportation infrastructure design projects in New York State, including culvert and bridge replacement or rehabilitation projects.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
Strong verbal and written communication, presentation, and client-relations skills.

Responsibilities

Prepare or check calculations and direct design procedures to ensure compliance with AASHTO and NYSDOT design standards.
Prepare design reports, specifications, plans, studies, permits, and designs for bridge projects.
Develop plan details for bridge replacement and rehabilitation projects in accordance with NYSDOT standards.
Work within assigned task scope and budget, coordinating with clients and teams to develop effective and efficient solutions.
Perform structural analysis or stability reviews of existing and new bridges and structures for proposed construction loading and temporary conditions.
Develop demolition and erection sequence plans, including stability analysis of structures at different construction stages.
Analyze and design temporary shoring towers and systems for gravity and lateral loads.
Design and detail hydraulic jacking and structural lifting systems.
Develop crane pick plans, including geometry and feasibility studies, site logistics, crane sizing and capacity checks, load-distribution mat design, and custom rigging.
Serve as Project Engineer with autonomy for project-related tasks and as a designated client contact; contribute to multiple projects as needed.
Plan, schedule, conduct, or coordinate detailed phases of engineering work requiring judgment and independent evaluation.
Apply standard technology and procedures, conduct analyses using appropriate applications, anticipate broader project objectives, and complete complex engineering assignments.
Review cost and quantity estimates prepared by others.
Attend project meetings and present specific aspects of engineering assignments.
Write reports for projects of all complexity levels and assume client relations for routine basic projects.
Delegate and supervise the work of Engineer I/II/III staff and technicians.
Coordinate multidisciplinary projects and provide technical guidance for complex problems.
Conduct QC and peer reviews, oversee quality and standards, and review product documents for technical quality assurance and compliance with standards.
Serve as a consultant and technical leader on proposals and projects; provide technical guidance and strategy for design or planning proposals and concepts.
Develop innovative approaches to technical issues within fiscal constraints, seek technical challenges, and troubleshoot project issues.