Job Description
When faced with an impasse, do you look to bridge the gap? Our Bridges Team does too. From local bridge rehabilitations that support our communities to iconic bridge designs that define a region, our opportunities will connect you to your career goals.
Your Opportunity
Stantec is seeking a Bridge Engineer to be a part of the growing Columbia, SC design team. An opportunity exists for a highly motivated Bridge Engineer, who wants to be a part of a dynamic Transportation group. Our people are Stantec’s most valuable resource, and in joining our team you will be able to leverage your career experiences and expertise in bridge design to contribute to the growth of the Bridge Group and Stantec.
Your Key Responsibilities
- Prepare structural design calculations, plans and contract documents in accordance with applicable design and agency standards (i.e. AASHTO, ACI, AISC, NCDOT, etc.).
- Develop plan submissions for all manner of structural transportation projects.
- Perform structural analysis of new designs and existing structures (bridges and other transportation structures).
- Lead and reviewing conceptual design alternatives to develop innovative and cost-effective design solutions.
- Potentially perform inspection of simple and complex bridges along with preparing the inspection reports.
Your Capabilities and Credentials
- Ability to participate and collaborate in project team setting, engage in creative and critical thought, and effectively communicate ideas.
- Experience with AASHTO Bridge Design Specifications is required.
- Experience with SCDOT design criteria and requirements is preferred.
- Experience in developing plans using Bentley MicroStation.
- Bridge load rating experience using AASHTOWare BrR is preferred.
- Understanding of national and state bridge inspection methods, evaluations, and report preparation is preferred.
- Bridge Condition Inspection experience is a plus.
- Excellent verbal and written skills.
- Experience on bridge design/analysis software.
Education and Experience
- Minimum of 5 years structural engineering experience on bridges and other transportation structures.
- Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Civil Engineering with an emphasis in Structural Engineering. Master’s degree is preferred.
- Professional Engineer (P.E.) registration in South Carolina or ability to obtain within 6 months.
Position will work in an office setting and possibly require 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.
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A career in transportation is more than bridges, roads, and rail. As we plan, design, and manage projects that move people and goods from Point A to Point B, we create connections that transform our communities. Every airport, road, bridge, port, or transit project is an opportunity to make communities safer, cleaner, and more resilient. Together, we’re making an impact around the world.
If you’re looking for a career that moves, join our team of professionals who are passionate about the future of transportation.