Senior Bridge & Structures Project Engineer 1

Summary

The Senior Bridge and Structures Project Engineer 1 is responsible for leading the structural design and analysis efforts on a variety of engineering projects. The person in this position must be licensed to serve as engineer-of-record on assigned projects in the state of primary practice or should be licensed in a different state with the ability to get the required license within 6 months of hire. The person in this position should show a strong working knowledge in AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications; and/or the International Building Code and ASCE 7: Minimum Design Loads and Associated Criteria for Buildings and Other Structures. The person in this position should be able to quickly learn and apply other design codes as needed. The person in this position will lead bridge engineering efforts on highly complex projects and will be a contributing expert to the advancement of the field of structural engineering. The person in this position will provide leadership and guidance to less experienced team members, senior level review and oversight on a variety of simple to complex projects.

Job Responsibilities and Duties

To be successful in this position, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Software

• Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) - Basic
• Market Sector Software (MathCAD, AutoCAD or MicroStation) - Basic
• Expert understanding of structural analysis software
• Independently analyze very complex structures
• Actively mentor others

Technical Expertise

• Solid understanding of engineering fundamentals
• Writes clear internal communications (emails, meeting minutes, etc.)
• Performs complex structural design tasks independently
• Independently checks basic designs
• Provides unique solutions to complex challenges
• Expert understanding of technical writing
• Prepares simple memos
• Divides complex projects into manageable tasks
• Leads design efforts as engineer-of-record on a variety of projects
• Leads complex technical reports
• Conducts senior review of memos, technical reports, and proposals
• Mentors others on design tasks
• Leads internal mentoring sessions
• Contributes to proposals
• Demonstrates expertise via presenting at conferences or publishing articles
• Works with industry groups to advance the field of engineering
• Improves or develops internal processes (e.g., standards of engineering practice)

Teamwork

Leads large structural design teams (3-5 people) to complete structural tasks. Structures lead overseeing delivery of structures work on large, complex projects. Actively mentors others.

Project Delivery

• Prepares structural calculations and cost estimates independently
• Red lines plans for CAD
• Writes technical specifications and develops contract plans independently
• Assembles structural calculation books
• Oversees file management
• Advanced understanding of multi-discipline project delivery
• Actively mentors others and mentors CAD staff in plan development
• Improves or develops internal processes (e.g., checklists)

Understanding Budget and Schedule

Advanced understanding of scopes, schedules, and budgets (i.e., estimate schedule for complex tasks). Able to predict and deliver individual tasks within a set level of effort. Able to consistently meet budget and schedule expectations on projects. Develops budgets and schedules for complex projects. Breaks down complex projects into logical tasks. Able to prioritize multiple assignments to successfully deliver all assigned projects on time and on budget. Mentors others on above.

Industry Standards and Regulations

Expert understanding of standard design codes. Understands limitations of design codes. Understands when deviation from design codes is appropriate. Actively mentors others in design code deviations and interpretation. Improves or develops design code provisions (e.g., ODOT BDM, etc.).

Client Interaction

Answers questions and resolves issues related to individual design tasks. Resolves project issues on moderate to complex projects. Presents solutions on complex projects. Comfortable leading client meetings. Consistently use appropriate communication tools (e.g., email versus phone) and understands appropriate messaging. Understands legal risks. Develops concepts for pursuits. Participates in project interviews. Actively mentors others on above. Engages as industry expert on complex projects and pursuits.

Other

Other duties as assigned.

Level of Work/Accountability

Efficiently performs the most technically complex and demanding technical work without supervision. Reviews the work of others and mentors others on complex project tasks. May also perform project management duties as needed.

Supervisory Duties

May be a supervisor:

• Oversees team operations and the daily workflow of the team
• Organizes workflow and ensures that employees understand their duties or delegated tasks
• Recruits and hires new employees
• Implements training for new hires and identifies training opportunities for current staff
• Communicates information from leadership to employees and vice versa
• Monitors employee productivity and provides constructive feedback and coaching
• Sets goals for performance and deadlines in ways that comply with company’s plans and vision and communicates them to employees
• Provides constructive and timely performance evaluations
• Decides on reward and promotion based on performance
• Handles discipline and termination of employees as needed and in accordance with company policy

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor's Degree required; Master's Degree preferred
• Years of experience required: 15 years
• Years of experience required with advanced degree: 14 years

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• PE required; SE preferred (SE required where available in state of residence in area of primary practice)
• Must have a valid driver’s license and a good driving record

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and use hands. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Geographical locations are taken into consideration with respect to compensation.