Hybrid Mid-Level Structural Engineer – Bridges and Transportation

at AMT Engineering

• Job title: Mid-Level Structural Engineer – Bridges and Transportation
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Herndon, United States

About the role

• Structural Engineer with 4+ years experience designing bridges and transportation structures for AMT in Virginia. Responsible for managing projects and mentoring team members in structural engineering.

Responsibilities

• Prepares/performs and checks structural analysis, design plans, specifications, and estimates for bridge projects while working collaboratively with multi-discipline design teams
• Provides experience in project planning including general oversight, design, implementation, and ensures quality of work products
• Maintains knowledge of state DOT and local agency design standards and criteria, practices, and policies
• Performs structural analysis/design and leads/mentors team members through the design process
• Ability to serve in a lead technical role on bridge or structural design projects
• Analyzes deteriorated components, assesses remaining capacities
• Develops/prepares construction documents (drawings, specification, and cost estimate)
• Performs structural inspections/field investigations (if needed) and prepares related reports
• Prepares and coordinates structural technical reports, cost estimates, marketing, and fee proposals
• Performs QA/QC review of documents prepared by others in accordance with AMT’s Quality Management Plan
• Participate in business development, project pursuits including alternative delivery, and project meetings including the ability to lead and facility meetings with clients
• Reviews and processes contractor’s Request for Information (RFI) and shop drawing submittals
• Performs other duties as required

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited institution. Master's degree in Structural Engineering is preferred;
• Professional Engineer (PE) licensure required or the ability to obtain via reciprocity within 6 months of hire;
• 4+ years of experience in bridge design and analysis including concrete and steel structures;
• Experience that includes planning, inspection, design (new and rehabilitative), load ratings, contract documentation, and construction support services
• Knowledge of state DOT, local municipal, and county design standards and criteria, practices, and policies
• Willingness to perform hands-on bridge condition inspection and comfortable with heights
• Desired proficiency in any of the following software: LEAP Bridge Enterprise, LARSA 4D, LPile, MDX, Descus, AASHTOWare BrR, Merlin DASH, spColumn, PennDOT software packages, Bentley MicroStation and/or OpenRoads/Bridge software.
• Valid driver's license in good standing
• Ability and willingness to travel as required. Travel is primarily local and typically does not require an overnight stay. Some weekly travel may be required on occasion
• All new hires will be required to successfully complete and pass a pre-employment (post offer) background check
• Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, project managers, supervisors, and other team members.
• **Physical Requirements:**
• Majority of work is office based. Position requires ability to use standard office equipment. Some field work may be required, which may necessitate navigating unpaved or natural terrain while carrying equipment. Field work includes exposure to extreme heat, cold or inclement weather. Some travel may be required.

Benefits

• Tiered medical coverage
• Dental/Vision
• 401(k) - Generous 6% Company match!
• Employee Stock Ownership
• Short- and long-term disability
• College savings plan
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Holidays
• Training/Certifications