Senior Structural Bridge Engineer

1w1 week ago

VHB

Washington, US · Full-time · $115,000 – $165,000

About this role

VHB's structural engineering group plays a vital role in enhancing connectivity through infrastructure projects such as complex bridge and interchange designs, rehabilitation and inspection, pedestrian walkways, and transit stations. This diverse range of services helps improve mobility for the traveling public. Join VHB’s dynamic Washington D.C. Structural Team as a Senior Structural Bridge Engineer.

Work on diverse and impactful bridge projects across the region. Utilize state-of-the-art tools and technologies to design and develop digital models of bridges. Contribute to transformative infrastructure solutions.

Perform structural modeling, design, and oversight for bridge and transportation infrastructure projects. Coordinate between groups on highway, pedestrian, railroad bridges, commuter rail stations, marine structures, energy projects, and retaining walls. Participate in a highly collaborative team environment.

Lead structural inspections, evaluations, and load capacity ratings. Provide technical support, training, and quality assurance reviews to staff. Mentor junior staff while advancing in an expanding and innovative group.

Requirements

8+ years of structural bridge/transportation design experience required
B.S. in Civil Engineering required (structural emphasis preferred)
PE license required
Experience completing engineering studies, design reports, compiling contract documents, and developing contract plans
Strong familiarity with structural engineering software (e.g., Mathcad, FB-MultiPier, ATLAS, STAAD Pro, LARSA 4D, AASHTOWare)
Model-based design experience with Bentley OpenBridge, OpenRoads, AutoCAD Civil 3D, Revit
Strong technical skills in bridge/structural design and critical thinking
Experience with and motivation to lead and mentor junior staff

Responsibilities

Perform structural modeling, design, and oversight for bridge and other transportation infrastructure projects
Prepare construction documents, including plans, specifications, estimates, and calculation packages
Provide technical and training support to structural engineering staff
Conduct quality assurance reviews of project construction documents, engineering reports
Lead structural inspections/evaluations and associated load capacity ratings
Review fabrication drawings and provide construction plan reviews
Assist project managers with coordination between various groups working on structural projects
Participate in the proposal process, determining client requirements and developing plans, specifications, and cost estimates