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VHB

Senior Structural Bridge Engineer

VHB, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022

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Overview VHB's structural engineering group enhances connectivity through infrastructure projects such as complex bridge and interchange designs, rehabilitation and inspection, pedestrian walkways, and transit stations. This diverse range of structural engineering services improves mobility for the traveling public.

Responsibilities

Perform structural modeling, design, and oversight for bridge and other transportation infrastructure projects

Prepare construction documents, including plans, specifications, estimates, and calculation packages

Provide technical and training support to structural engineering staff

Conduct quality assurance reviews of project construction documents, engineering reports, etc.

Assist in preparing qualification packages, proposals, and/or contracts involving technical approach, costs, and scheduling

Provide project management support

Lead structural inspections/evaluations and associated load capacity ratings

Review fabrication drawings and provide construction plan reviews

Assist project managers with coordination between various groups working on structural projects (e.g., highway, pedestrian, and railroad bridges; commuter rail stations; marine structures; energy projects; retaining walls)

Participate in the proposal process, determining client requirements and developing plans, specifications, quantities of materials, construction cost estimates, reports, final bid packages, and related documents

Prepare technical reports and sections of proposals and/or contracts

Skills & Abilities

Experience completing engineering studies, design reports, compiling contract documents, and developing contract plans in conformity with accepted engineering standards and procedures

Strong familiarity with any of the following structural engineering software (e.g., Mathcad, FB-MultiPier, ATLAS, STAAD Pro, LARSA 4D, AASHTOWare, MDX, SP Column, MerlinDASH, FDOT Structures Design Programs, etc.)

Model-based design experience is a strong plus, including:

Bentley OpenBridge and OpenRoads

AutoCAD Civil 3D and Revit/Infraworks/Inventor

Self-motivated with excellent attention to detail and quality

Strong technical skills in bridge/structural design and critical thinking

Strong organizational and time management skills

Effective and comfortable in a highly collaborative team environment

Demonstrated excellence in verbal presentations and technical writing

Experience with and motivation to lead and mentor junior staff

Project management and mentorship skills

Minimum Qualifications

8+ years of structural bridge/transportation design experience required

B.S. in Civil Engineering required (structural emphasis preferred)

PE license required

The base salary range for this position is $115,000 - $165,000 for the Washington, DC location. This offer is determined based on a number of job-related factors including internal comparators, skills, education, training, credentials, experience, scope and complexity of role responsibilities and geographic location. In addition, VHB offers a holistic benefits package.

Benefits

Diverse and inclusive culture of collaboration and innovation

Opportunity to work on complex, transformational projects

Community and social responsibility as sustainable stewards

Focus on learning, development, and career growth

Best-in-class benefits, including flexible, hybrid workplace

VHB is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of inclusion and belonging, supported by deep-rooted core values. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

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