Bridge Engineer 5

Job Description

• Creates innovative structural analyses and designs for bridges, throughout New England, delivering solutions that meet rigorous client requirements and regional specifications.
• Directs the development of models, drawings, and specifications.
• Reviews draft designs for compliance with federal, state and local regulations and signs off on completed designs.
• Coordinates designs with other engineering disciplines.
• Ensures that firm policies and practices are followed on all designs.
• Performs structural condition assessments and confined space entries for existing bridge infrastructure throughout the New England region.
• Contributes to firm's technical knowledge management by developing white papers and case studies on innovative bridge design solutions, advanced structural systems, and lessons learned from New England infrastructure projects.
• Submits technical papers and designs for publishing to technical journals.
• Collaborates with sales staff to create proposals in response to current and potential client requests for proposal (RFPs).
• Reviews draft proposals for adherence to firm, industry, state, local and federal regulations and best practices.
• Meets with current and potential future clients to review their current and future design needs.
• May attend conferences, symposia, etc.
• To improve the visibility of the firm's products and services in collaboration with applicable sales staff.
• Performs other duties as required.
• Provides technical guidance and training to more junior staff.
• Mentors more junior staff and develops them for future growth within the discipline and firm.
• May supervise the work of junior engineers on project work.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Civil, Architectural or Structural Engineering or related discipline. Professional engineering (PE) license. 7 years of related experience. Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands. Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

Driving Requirements

An appropriate and valid driver's license is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineering (PE) license in Connecticut or willingness to obtain licensure.
• 7+ years of professional experience in structural design, with at least 3 years of progressive responsibility in bridge design and transportation infrastructure projects within the New England region or similar climates.
• Regional travel throughout New England may be required for site assessments, client meetings, and project inspections, with occasional travel outside the region as project work demands.
• Equivalent additional directly related experience in bridge engineering will be considered in lieu of a degree.

Skills & Abilities

• Expert knowledge of structural engineering principles and advanced bridge design methodologies, including live load analysis, fatigue considerations, and regional construction practices specific to New England.
• Proficiency in 3D/4D CADD and BIM (Building Information Modeling) software.
• Advanced skills in structural analysis and design software (e.g., STAAD, RISA, Revit).
• Strong understanding of AASHTO standards, federal highway regulations, and Connecticut/New England state and local codes as they apply to bridge and transportation projects.
• Demonstrated ability to design structural systems for optimal strength, stability, constructability, and cost efficiency.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for technical documentation and client presentations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other project management tools.

Amount of Travel Required

10% or less

EEO Statement

We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity/affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Background Check and Drug Testing Information

CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as “CDM Smith”) reserves the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. In addition, CDM Smith may conduct drug testing for designated positions. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment has been made in the United States. The timing of when background checks will be conducted on candidates for positions outside the United States will vary based on country statutory law but in no case, will the background check precede an interview. CDM Smith will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant's criminal history. If this position is subject to a background check for any convictions related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate. In addition, during employment individuals may be required by CDM Smith or a CDM Smith client to successfully complete additional background checks, including motor vehicle record as well as drug testing.

Massachusetts Applicants

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Pay Range Min

USD $100,194.00

Pay Range Max

USD $175,365.00

Visa Sponsorship Available

No - We will not support sponsorship in the United States, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position.