Structural Project Engineer

Beta Group•Norwood, MA

12h•$89,000 - $116,000•Hybrid

About The Position

BETA Group, Inc is looking to bring on a Structural Project Engineer to join our growing team. This role will help to expand the structural team. The candidate will have the opportunity to lead bridge and culvert projects for MassDOT, RIDOT, and other state agencies. In addition, they will design structures for municipalities, oversee the preparation of contract plans and documents, and mentor junior staff. The projects BETA works on offers a wide variety of opportunities to broaden your skillset and gain valuable experience. Preferred location is BETA’s Norwood, MA office. Candidates should have flexibility to work from our other office locations. BETA also offers a hybrid work schedule, allowing employees to request working remotely up to 2 days per week. Growth Opportunities: BETA encourages and promotes employee advancement and career development Leads to potential advancement to more senior technical positions and project management

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering
Massachusetts or Rhode Island Professional Engineer (PE) License
8+ years of bridge design or related engineering experience
MASSDOT/RIDOT design experience
Strong background in structural analysis and theory
Strong technical and critical thinking skills with excellent attention to detail
Strong AutoCAD skills
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
Enthusiasm to learn and willingness to take on responsibility
Willing to work in a collaborative team environment
Must be able to lift/move objects weighing up to 40 pounds
Must be able to perform field work in both hot and cold weather (rain and/or snow)
Must be able to stand or sit for long periods of time
Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
Applicants must be eligible for employment in the USA without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Finite element analysis skills
Culvert experience

Responsibilities

Contribute to the preparation of bridge and structural design documents, including design calculations, AutoCAD plans, specifications, and quantities
Provides technical engineering expertise to project manager and/or client to ensure the project complies with all engineering standards, codes, specifications, and design instructions
Plans, schedules, conducts, and/or coordinates detailed phases of assigned project work
Analyze new and existing concrete gravity dams, arch dams, buttress dams, spillways, powerhouses, intake towers, penstocks, dam gates, and similar structures for stresses, stability, and performance under extreme loads
Develop and evaluate alternatives for new facilities and upgrades to existing projects
Complete detailed design calculations and prepare contract documents and technical specifications
Prepare formal written reports, give presentations, and participate in internal and client meetings
Coordinates plans, schedules, and detailed phases (scopes of work, budgets, and milestones) of assigned project work
Engage junior staff by piloting structural inspections with field crews
Collaborate across internal disciplines and office locations