Structural Engineer (Bridge Design) - Military veterans preferred

Description:

KS Engineers, P.C. (KSE) is a mid-size engineering and construction management firm ranking in the ENR Top 500 for design and ENR Top 100 for construction management. We are headquartered in Newark, NJ, with regional offices in New York City and Newburgh, NY; Philadelphia and Pittsburgh, PA; Mount Laurel and Mount Arlington, NJ; and Rocky Hill, CT. The firm provides engineering, construction management, and land surveying services to both public and private sector clients. KSE offers a full range of employee benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurances, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), long- and short-term disabilities, and term life insurance. KS Engineers, P.C. is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Position: Structural Engineer (Bridge Design)

Reports to: Project Manager – Structural

General Qualities

- Has excellent communication and writing skills.

- Has excellent Microsoft Word and Excel. Ability to navigate through company internet-based systems.

- Proactive self-starter capable of setting a positive example for the staff.

Technical Responsibilities:

- Technical lead on structural engineering design projects with municipalities and DOTs in the New England region and NY/NJ area.

- Work on multiple bridge design projects concurrently primarily on CTDOT projects.

- Utilize advanced structural analysis techniques and software tools to perform complex analyses, optimize designs, and ensure structural integrity, efficiency, and safety.

- Ensure compliance with relevant industry codes, standards, and regulations governing bridge design and construction, including Bridge Design Specifications, and local building codes.

- Conduct thorough reviews of design calculations, drawings, and specifications prepared by the team to verify accuracy, consistency, and adherence to best practices and project requirements.

- Collaborate with construction teams and contractors during the construction phase to address design-related issues, provide clarifications, and ensure that the construction meets design intent and performance expectations.

- Perform bridge inspections on periodic basis.

- Identify potential risks and challenges associated with design projects, develop mitigation strategies, and proactively address issues to minimize project delays and cost overruns.

- Technical resource for bridge design projects with municipalities and DOTs in the New England region and NY/NJ area

- Stay abreast of emerging trends, technologies, and advancements in bridge engineering, structural analysis, and design optimization.

Educational /Professional Experience Required:

- A Bachelor's or Master's degree from an accredited college/university in Civil Engineering with a focus in structural engineering

- 5-10 years' experience in structural design

- Professional Engineer license in Connecticut preferred

- Experience in working on CTDOT projects

- Proficiency in structural analysis software (e.g., SAP2000, MIDAS Civil, LARSA) and computer-aided design (CAD) tools (e.g., AutoCAD, MicroStation)

- Knowledgeable with Risa-3D and STAADPro analysis software

KS Engineers, P.C. is an EOE/AA/VEV/Disabled Employer. KSE will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, or other status protected by law.

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