Structural Engineer - Bridges

Description

Bolton & Menk has an exciting opportunity for a Project Engineer, PE to join our Structural team in any of our Des Moines or Ames, Iowa office locations. As a Top Workplace, this is a fantastic chance to work with a talented team of professionals and make a lasting impact on the communities we serve. With over 75 years of experience, Bolton & Menk specializes in providing community infrastructure solutions across the Midwest, Southeast, and beyond.

As a Structural Project Engineer you will work with project engineers and managers to complete preliminary and final design packages for various bridges and structures. They will create studies and reports, perform design calculations, assist in plan development, write specifications, review shop drawings and make field visits. Projects will range from highway infrastructure projects such as various interchange, pedestrian and river crossing bridges, to retaining walls and parking structures, to industrial buildings such as water or wastewater treatment facilities.

What You Will Be Doing:

• Perform detailed design computations
• Project layout and design in MicroStation CONNECT and/or OpenBridge
• Prepare and/or present preliminary reports and feasibility studies
• Prepare, supervise and review the design and preparation of plans, specifications, cost estimates and quantity take-offs
• Travel to work sites and other project related locations as required
• Plan and organize project assignments by directing work of other engineers and technicians
• Assist in the training and development of professional staff
• Oversee the planning, scheduling and performance of multiple engineering projects
• Support business development opportunities
• Develop and maintain relationships with regulatory agencies

What We Are Looking For:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited college or university
• Licensed Professional Engineer
  • We may consider candidates who are within 6-12 months of obtaining their Professional Engineer license
• 6+ years' progressive experience in the civil engineering field, including bridge design experience
• Experience in plan and specification development with construction contract administration
• MicroStation CONNECT, OpenBridge and/or OpenRoads proficiency
• Proficiency in structural design and analysis software
• Knowledge of State DOT requirements
• Possess a valid driver's license as travel to various facilities and job sites may be required

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis, part-time basis or internship for any employer without restriction. Bolton & Menk does not provide visa sponsorship or immigration support for this position.

WHY BOLTON & MENK?
Bolton & Menk, Inc. specializes in providing community infrastructure solutions. Since 1949, we have been committed to improving quality of life through engineering excellence and client satisfaction. From advocating for our communities to designing their dreams to finding funding; we take pride in our work because we live in these same communities. Today, Bolton & Menk has more than 1,000 employees throughout more than 40 locations in Minnesota, Iowa, North Dakota, Wisconsin, Colorado, North Carolina and South Carolina providing services to more than 400 communities and agencies. Learn more about our history here:

OUR BENEFITS
At Bolton & Menk, we value our people and provide an exceptional Total Compensation and Benefits Package to protect our most valuable asset. We are committed to the well-being of our employees and their families. Perks of being a Bolton & Menk employee include peace of mind with our benefits package and competitive compensation plan, flexible schedules, and career development opportunities. Learn more here:

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this position, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Bolton & Menk does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party agencies in response to Bolton & Menk job postings. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers. Pre-approval from the Bolton & Menk Talent Acquisition team is required before any external candidate can be submitted and such candidate must be submitted to the Bolton & Menk Talent Acquisition team.

It is our responsibility and privilege to embrace the diversity of people, thoughts, and experiences necessary to develop infrastructure systems that serve all people. Bolton & Menk, Inc., is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer including disability and vets.

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