Structures Engineer (Bridge)

Dewberry•Rancho Cordova, CA

1d•$115,000 - $150,000

About The Position

Dewberry is seeking a responsible, highly motivated, and detail oriented individual to join our structures department in Rancho Cordova, CA as a Structures Engineer (Bridge). The successful candidate will be part of a team designing simple and complex bridges (primarily of concrete and steel construction) and a variety of transportation related structures (retaining walls, culverts, sign structures, and other miscellaneous structures). The candidate will be involved in the development of Plans, Specifications, and Estimate (PS&E) packages, field inspections, and performing construction design support services. This position offers tremendous potential for professional growth in a great working environment and the opportunity to deliver important infrastructure projects for our clients as well as help them solve their most challenging problems. This position is ideal for a candidate looking to expand their technical skills on interesting and challenging projects, and have the upward mobility potential to advance their career. 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

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited 4-year engineering college
5+ years of experience in bridge and retaining wall projects
Experience designing transportation related structures projects to Caltrans and local agency standards
Familiarity with AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications with Caltrans Amendments
Proficiency using CADD (AutoCAD Civil 3D preferred)
Strong leadership skills and desire to deliver the highest quality projects to our clients
Proficient in MS Office (WORD and EXCEL)
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Strong desire to grow technical and project management skills

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree is preferred
California Professional Engineer (PE) License is preferred
Preference for knowledge of CTBridge, CSiBridge, VBent, CTAbut, LPile, and/or similar analysis programs

Responsibilities

Independently prepares project plan and estimate (P&E) packages including quantities, calculations, reports, and exhibits on small to mid level projects
Works as part of a team preparing project plan and estimate (P&E) packages including quantities, calculations, reports, and exhibits on large level projects
Prepares notes for specification writers
Works closely and coordinates with other disciplines including CAD drafters
Participates and leads efforts in utility, permitting, and subconsultant coordination on projects
Prepares QA/QC checklist packages per internal standards
Mentors younger staff
Assists in preparing proposal write-ups and exhibits
Participates and leads efforts in internal technical trainings
Prepares RE Pending Files and is involved with bidding and construction support services
Attends periodic site visits, structures observations, and other field meetings