Bridge Designer - ( 2400034W )

Description

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

Stantec has an immediate need for talented entry level, team focused Bridge Engineer. This position is for an individual who is looking to challenge themselves professionally on a variety of transportation projects. You will have the opportunity to learn, work on exciting and multi-faceted projects, and grow your career. This position is in the Laurel, MD office. We are looking for a Bridge Designer who excels in working in a team environment and has a passion for the work that they do. The successful candidate will join a growing team of transportation professionals and contribute to the design component of roadway and bridge projects throughout DC, Maryland and Virginia.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Most of the work will include bridge projects for departments of transportation and municipalities in DMV area.

• Key duties include assisting with preparation of plans, CAD drafting, and construction cost estimates, specifications and design calculations for DOT and Municipal clients

• Tasks would include but not be limited to performing site visits, bridge inspection, bridge analysis, design and geometry calculations and developing drawings

• Position also entails preparing engineering reports and technical studies, and assisting on other projects, as needed, including participation in roadway and site civil design activities

• Performs inspection of simple and complex bridges along with preparing the inspection reports.

Qualifications

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Knowledge and application of bridge design codes, standards

• Knowledge of bridge systems, means and methods, materials, and industry standards

• Basic ability in performing structural design & analysis

• Ability to check own work for accuracy and completeness and manage time to meet project budget and schedule

• Ability to participate and collaborate in project team setting and to engage in creative and critical thought

• Thorough understanding of structural engineering concepts and ability to effectively communicate ideas to others

• Ability to travel within the Maryland, Virginia, and District of Columbia area.

• Ability to climb ladders, and work at heights using various bridge inspection access equipment.

• Self-motivated, detail-oriented and strong organization skills.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering with structure emphasis. Master’s degree is preferred

• Engineer-In-Training (EIT) certification or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire

• 0-4 years of professional experience in the design of bridge structures

• Experience with MicroStation or AutoCAD

• Valid driver's license

Position will primarily work in an office setting; may require some field work.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other's talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.

Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).

Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Primary Location : United States-Maryland-Laurel

Organization : BC-2026 Transpt-US Southeast Infrastructure

Employee Status : Regular

Job Level : Individual Contributor

Travel : No

Schedule : Full-time

Job Posting : Aug 19, 2024, 9:49:14 AM

Req ID: 2400034W

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans