Benesch · 21 hours ago
Structural Project Engineer
Wilkes-Barre, PA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
6+ years expBenesch is a growing, multi-disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm. They are looking for a Structural Project Engineer to lead bridge design projects, mentor junior staff, and ensure compliance with PennDOT and PTC standards.
Civil EngineeringConstructionRailroad
Responsibilities
Serve as lead engineer on a variety of bridge replacement and rehabilitation projects
Mentor junior staff and assist with the growth and development of the structural staff in the Pottsville office
Prepare and review structural and geometrical calculations for bridge design projects
Assume responsibility for assigned design calculation files and plans assuring adequate independent QC reviews on that work
Manage the process of compiling and coordinating plans, specifications, cost estimates and pay items in accordance with PennDOT/PTC standards
Prepare and review bridge load rating reports to PennDOT/PTC design standards
Plan and perform bridge inspections to PennDOT/PTC design standards
Prepare and review bridge inspection reports to PennDOT/PTC design standards
Coordinate the above tasks with the Project Manager
Lead structural designers and inspectors on bridge design, load rating and inspection projects
Qualification
Required
B.S. Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline required
PE License in Pennsylvania or ability to obtain through reciprocity
Minimum of 6 years of bridge design, load rating and inspection experience
Experience working with PennDOT, PA Turnpike, PTC and/or municipalities
Excellent communication and client relation skills
Progressive experience with developing contract and utilizing MicroStation Connects, Open Roads and Open Bridge Design software
Preferred
Certified Bridge Safety Inspector (CBSI) – not required, but preferred
Benefits
Insurance
Retirement plans
Wellness programs
Opportunities for management and leadership development at all levels, including executive coaching and leadership development for Team Leaders, Group Managers, Division Managers, and Executive Leaders
Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses
Ongoing professional development through resources like Red Vector, LinkedIn Learning, technical team meetings, knowledge-sharing training sessions
Personalized training and career development plans with your manager
Funding for training, committee work, professional organization memberships, and licenses/certifications
Support for active participation in professional organizations to foster leadership and community engagement
Access to valuable retirement planning tools, education, and individual meetings with plan advisors at no charge
Potential for Benesch to contribute up to 9% of your gross compensation to your retirement plan (5% profit-sharing contribution to your 401(k) plan, regardless of your own contributions & 80% match on your contributions, up to a maximum company contribution of 4%)
Flexible work schedules and hours, including work-from-home options (dependent on the role)
Generous Paid Time Benefits (PTB) that increase with your career
Immediate use of annual PTB; no accrual needed with the ability to bundle time-off plans for extended vacations or life events
Ten days of paid parental leave for birth, adoption, or foster placement
Community service
Student scholarships
Matching gift opportunities
Company
Benesch
Serving a broad range of markets, Benesch has played a role in shaping our nation’s infrastructure and local communities for decades.
501-1000 employees
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