Structural EIT – Bridge

We create great places and the connections that get people and goods moving—whether by car, bus, train, plane, or their own two feet. Working within the context of the communities we serve, we provide planning, engineering, and infrastructure management services that fit the needs of our clients and improve the overall transportation experience. Join our team and help us keep communities connected.

Your Opportunity

The role of an entry level structural bridge EIT is to work as a team member on small and large projects under the guidance of a Senior Bridge Engineer.  This role will work under close supervision of a Senior Bridge Engineer to develop skills in evaluating, selecting, specifying, and engineering systems or products for a project.

An entry level structural EIT will perform a variety of tasks which may include assisting with typical projects including development of construction plans, specifications, cost estimate, engineering reports and studies for infrastructure projects, including bridges, transportation related structures, and other structural elements. In addition, the EIT will participate in structural inspections under a certified Team Leader.

Position will work both in an office setting and in the field. Field work may require time spent out of town.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Select and apply appropriate design criteria to perform minor, major, and complex bridge design and load rating assignments.
• Performs basic engineering calculations.
• Assists in the preparation of engineering project documents, such as design calculations, pertaining to specific projects.
• Prepare high quality contract documents (plans, specifications, and estimates) for the construction of structures such as bridges, retaining walls, box culverts, and sign trusses.
• Serve as an assistant bridge inspector; prepare bridge inspection field note packets, perform inspections.
• Recognizes when technical problems are developing and initiates appropriate corrective actions.
• Utilizes relevant software packages to perform structural design and analysis (STAAD, Leap Bridge, AASHTOWare, MDX, AssetWise, MathCAD, and spreadsheets).
• Utilizes relevant software programs to prepare working and final drawings in accordance with client standards (Open Bridge Modeler, MicroStation, AutoCAD).
• Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned, and able to be cross trained for related civil engineering disciplines including roadway, geotechnical, and site design.