Bridge Structural Engineer

Overview

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• Passionate Problem Solvers

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Interested in joining our team? Great! We're looking for top talent to grow with our firm.

Responsibilities

What you'll be challenged to do:

The Cleveland and Columbus offices seek a highly motivated Structural/Bridge Engineer with 5-15 years of experience in bridge design to join our established transportation practice. This position offers the opportunity to work on exciting and challenging projects in a unique and dynamic work environment. In this role you will be responsible for the successful performance of structural design/analysis of bridges along with the preparation of construction plans, project specifications, and quantity/cost estimates. You will also work closely with other teams on multi-disciplinary projects, including bridge, roadway, traffic, rail, site, and public transit. It is expected that you will function as a lead technical design engineer and/or project manager, will work independently, will supervise the work of less experienced engineers and mentor them as you help to develop their technical and inter-personal skills.

You will also have the opportunity to participate in new project pursuits, including qualifications and technical proposal preparation, Scope of Service and Fee Proposal development, and networking opportunities through professional society events.

• Prepare or preferably direct the preparation and modification of reports, specifications, plans, construction schedules and designs for bridge design projects.

• Receive instructions from Senior Project Managers as to the general results expected.

• Review project design for general compliance with engineering principles, company standards, client contract requirements, and related specifications.

• Receive technical guidance on unusual or complex problems and supervisory approval on proposed plans for projects.

• Be responsible for accuracy of engineering design and plan preparation, quality presentation, thoroughness and follow-through, and efficient conformance to budgets, schedules, and company standards.

• Show understanding of team management, develop project scope of work, estimate manpower needs, prepare CPM schedules and track project progress.

• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.

• Perform as a staff advisor and consultant to technical specialty.

• Perform site inspections of existing bridges to determine conditions.

• Perform site inspections of bridge construction projects to evaluate conformance with contract plans and specifications.

Qualifications

What you bring to our firm:

• Bachelor of Science in Civil or Structural Engineering from an ABET accredited school or university.

• Minimum of 5 years of related bridge design experience.

• Working knowledge of MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc.), and experience with engineering design packages such as AutoCAD (desirable), MicroStation and ORD (required), Staad.Pro, MathCAD, LARSA and/or other structural analysis software systems.

• Registration as a licensed Professional Engineer in OH.

• No relocation assistance provided.

• Actively engages multiple perspectives when solving problems, seeks to learn from peers, and encourages reciprocal learning among team members.

• Actively advocates for full inclusion in the workplace, fostering an environment that welcomes diversity and values equity for all employees, partners, clients, and the communities that TranSystems serves.

What we'd prefer for you to bring to our firm:

• Masters degree (MCE / MSCE) in Structural Engineering.

• Strong background in the development of Type Study Reports and design of bridges for ODOT and other local transportation agencies.

• Familiarity with structural/bridge design process through application of AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications and ODOT Bridge Manual code requirements.

• Design-Build experience is a plus.

• Local candidates.

Featured Benefits:

• Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.

• Access to company vehicle provided for inspection work and site visits.

• Comprehensive health benefits package including wellness, maternity/paternity leave, and employer paid AD&D, STD, and LTD.

• 401(k) company match

• Vacation accrual separate from sick time.

• Eleven (11) paid holidays for 2024 with the option to substitute 2 holidays for employees to celebrate other day(s) of significance.

• Six (6) day winter break in 2024 that is included in the paid holiday schedule.

TranSystems is proud to be an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer and ensures nondiscrimination and equal employment opportunity in all programs and activities in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, age, national origin, pregnancy status, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status, disability, protected Veteran status or any other status protected by law. In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, we will hire only U.S. citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States (if the position is or will be one which is subject to U.S. law).

As the employer of choice, we are committed to action and strive for a company that reflects the vast diversity of our country and the communities we serve. TranSystems is committed to embracing diversity in all forms, including race, culture, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, thought and religious background. We acknowledge the impacts of prejudice and discrimination on historically underserved communities. We commit to establishing a more diverse, inclusive and positive work environment that drives innovation.

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