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VHB · 3 hours ago

Structural Bridge Engineer

Williamsburg, VA

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

3+ years exp

VHB is an inspired and innovative team of engineers, scientists, planners, and designers. They are seeking a Structural Engineer specializing in bridge design to focus on the planning, analysis, design, and detailing of bridge and other transportation-related structural projects.

Asset ManagementCivil EngineeringConstructionConsultingGraphic Design

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Review plans, specifications, reports, and analyses to ensure they meet scope, schedule, cost, and quality requirements

Support and implement structural planning, analysis, and the preparation of both preliminary and final design documents for bridge-focused projects

Develop design plans, technical specifications, design calculations, load ratings, cost estimates, reports, final bid packages, and more

Ensure production of plans, specifications, reports, and analyses meet scope, schedule, cost, and quality standards

Review and create structural inspections/evaluations, as well as associated load capacity ratings

Assist other engineers with a variety of assignments, such as the design and detailing of structures that support or resist loads (e.g., highway, pedestrian, and railroad bridges; commuter rail stations; marine structures; energy projects; retaining walls)

Perform project scoping studies and alternatives analysis

Prepare construction contract documents and technical reports

Qualification

Structural engineering knowledgeBridge design experienceProficiency with engineering softwareEngineering in Training certificationPE licensureTechnical writingAASHTO guidelinesCritical thinkingTeam collaborationDetail-orientedVerbal presentations

Required

3+ years of structural bridge design experience required

Engineering in Training (EIT) certification

Extensive knowledge of structural engineering concepts, practices, and procedures

Proven excellence in verbal presentations and technical writing

Collaborative team player with a strong ability to work independently

Strong technical and critical thinking skills

Highly detail-oriented with a focus on quality

Proficiency with structural engineering software (AASHTOWare, LARSA 4D, MDX, SP Column, MerlinDASH, Mathcad)

Familiarity with engineering standards and procedures, including AASHTO and DOT guidelines

Experience in bridge design and detailing (steel, concrete, prestressed concrete), as well as seismic analysis

Preferred

B.S. in Civil Engineering (structural emphasis preferred)

PE (Professional Engineer) licensure in the state of assigned projects preferred

Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D, Bentley OpenBridge, MicroStation v8 and Connect is a strong plus

Benefits

Diverse and inclusive culture of collaboration and innovation

Opportunity to work on complex, transformational projects

Community and social responsibility as sustainable stewards

Focus on learning, development, and career growth

Best-in-class benefits, including flexible, hybrid workplace

Company

VHB

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VHB offers civil engineering, site and transit planning, GIS mapping, consulting, analytics, design-build, and structure designing services.

Founded in 1979

Watertown, Massachusetts, USA

1001-5000 employees

https://www.vhb.com/

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