Design Engineer - Bridge

Design Engineer - Bridge

Our client is looking for a bridge / truss design engineer. Candidate can be located in any of the following locations :

Fort Collins, CO

Alexandra, MN

Fort Payne, AL

About the Role :

• Design Services : Provide customized project-specific design services, with a focus on companies bridge products. This involves preparation of engineering drawings and calculations, review of project plans, and development of project solutions to assist the sales team in integrating products into site plans.
• Structural Analysis : Perform structural analysis and design of bridge elements, including superstructures, foundations, and retaining walls.
• Collaboration : Work effectively with in-house engineers, CAD Techs, Sales / Marketing Team members, and outside engineers to specify and design products.
• Technical Support : Offer technical support to the Operations / Manufacturing Team to ensure proper fabrication of products.
• Communication : Coordinate with field sales staff and the manufacturing team to address questions and concerns regarding product design, manufacturing, and installation.

You will also provide technical advice to the sales / marketing team and external consultants.

• Quality Control : Review design work produced by other team members to ensure accuracy. Inspect and observe in-house fabrication for adherence to design drawings.
• Standards and Training : Maintain engineering standards, policies, best practices, and procedures. Help develop training programs and aids for products.
• Documentation : Assist in the development and writing of technical papers and product literature needed for the support and promotion of products.
• Specification Expertise : Have a working knowledge of governing specifications covering products and contribute to the development and modification of such specifications.

May serve on technical committees to develop these specifications.

• Professional Development : Maintain knowledge and certifications in the civil / structural engineering field. This includes attending industry trade shows, continuing education courses, and seminars, as necessary.
• Site Visits : Occasional travel to job sites to provide technical support, consultation, and evaluation related to product installations.

Qualifications :

• Bachelors degree in engineering; strong preference for Civil Engineering with a Structural emphasis.
• EIT required; PE or eligibility to take the PE exam within one year of hire is strongly preferred.
• 3-6 years of experience in structural steel or bridge design.
• Working knowledge of MS Office and Excel required.
• Experience with AUTOCAD, finite element analysis, and / or structural analysis software preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to develop and maintain strong team and client relationships.
• High-level analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

If you are a skilled Design Engineer with a passion for structural engineering, an eye for detail, and a desire to work in a hands-on collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply for the Design Engineer position.