Structural Engineer

Lochner•Raleigh, NC

13h

About The Position

Founded in 1944, Lochner is a trusted infrastructure services provider for aviation, surface transportation and water clients who need high-quality, forward-looking solutions to complex challenges. Our vision is to become a Top 100 leader in the A/E industry, centered on an agile, engaged, and empowered workforce coming together to embrace the art of the possible and make a lasting difference in our world. Are you ready to join us on this journey? As a people-centric company, Lochner’s purpose is to empower our team to put their knowledge to work, enhancing communities across the US. To achieve this, we hire candidates of all experiences and skillsets because amazing things happen when people with diverse backgrounds come together to solve problems. We believe collaboration is more than a buzz word — it is a guiding principle in which every point of view is valued and heard and is the driving force in delivering our best work. At all levels of the organization, we foster an entrepreneurial spirit and culture of autonomy to advance our strategic vision and continually seek our next success story. Lochner – learn more about us Your Impact: Infrastructure Design: Apply knowledge of engineering to assist in designing bridges, retaining walls, culverts, and other transportation-related infrastructure. Engineering Analysis: Perform engineering calculations from preliminary to final design. Plans & Specifications: Work with the project team to develop plans, specifications, reports, and cost estimates. Project Coordination: Coordinate with the project team to help maintain project timelines and ensure quality assurance in design deliverables. Communication: Clearly communicate through drawings, documents, reports, and verbal exchange. Problem Solving: Maintain a methodical approach to problem-solving and completing project requirements, while working as part of a team or independently. Collaboration: Participate in project meetings, providing input on design progress and assisting with project documentation. Professional Growth: Continuously develop professional skills through training, mentorship, and exposure to project-based engineering tasks.

Requirements

Education: Bachelor of Science (BS) in Civil Engineering is required.
Certification: Engineer-in-Training (EIT) Certification is required (or the specific ability to obtain within 1 year of hire).
Experience: 0–4 years of relevant experience in structural or transportation engineering.
Technical Knowledge: Demonstrated understanding of structural mechanics, steel design, and reinforced concrete design.
Software Proficiency: Familiarity with industry-standard design tools is preferred, specifically: Bentley OpenRoads / OpenBridge Designer Structural analysis packages (e.g., LEAP Bridge, LEAP Steel, or similar).
Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with both in-person and remote project teams.

Nice To Haves

Master of Science (MS) in Civil or Structural Engineering.
Previous internship or co-op experience with a DOT or transportation consulting firm.
Familiarity with NCDOT Structure Design Manual and submission standards.

Responsibilities

Infrastructure Design: Apply knowledge of engineering to assist in designing bridges, retaining walls, culverts, and other transportation-related infrastructure.
Engineering Analysis: Perform engineering calculations from preliminary to final design.
Plans & Specifications: Work with the project team to develop plans, specifications, reports, and cost estimates.
Project Coordination: Coordinate with the project team to help maintain project timelines and ensure quality assurance in design deliverables.
Communication: Clearly communicate through drawings, documents, reports, and verbal exchange.
Problem Solving: Maintain a methodical approach to problem-solving and completing project requirements, while working as part of a team or independently.
Collaboration: Participate in project meetings, providing input on design progress and assisting with project documentation.
Professional Growth: Continuously develop professional skills through training, mentorship, and exposure to project-based engineering tasks.