Structural Bridge Engineer

ABOUT THE POSITION

Structural Bridge Engineer | Orlando, FL | Tampa, FL | Hybrid

VHB is in search of a Structural Bridge Engineer to join the established and growing Structures group in our FL offices. Joining our team means becoming a part of a dynamic, innovative, and forward-thinking environment where we lead the industry with cutting-edge model-based bridge design.

Join us and be part of delivering interesting and challenging bridge projects in Florida, Georgia, and throughout our footprint along the east coast of the US.

In this position, you would play an integral role in the planning, analysis, design, and detailing of bridge and other transportation related structural projects - from highway to pedestrian to rail. The ideal candidate should possess a “can-do” attitude, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and an ability to work independently as well as with a team in a dynamic, fast-paced, and fun environment. 

Learn more about our Bridge and Structures Engineering practice and our on-going work in Alternative Delivery at VHB: 
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Responsibilities

• Perform structural modeling and design for bridge and other transportation infrastructure projects
• Prepare construction documents, including plans, estimates, and calculation packages
• Provide technical support to structural engineering staff
• Provide project management support
• Review fabrication drawings and provide construction plan reviews

Skills & Abilities

• Strong technical skills in bridge/structural design
• Experience developing design reports, plans, and construction cost estimates
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Self-motivated and commitment to learning
• Excellent attention to detail and critical thinking
• Effective and comfortable in a highly collaborative team environment  
• AutoCAD Civil 3D and/or Bentley OpenBridge experience is a strong plus

Minimum Qualifications:

• 1-3 years of civil or structural engineering experience
• BS in Civil Engineering (structural emphasis preferred)
• Engineer in Training certification

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3-5 years of professional structural/bridge design experience
• PE license or ability to obtain within 6 months preferred
• Familiarity with any of the following structural engineering software is a strong plus (i.e. 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:
• Bentley OpenBridge and OpenRoads
• AutoCADD Civil 3D and Revit/Infraworks/Inventor

We are VHB! We’re an inspired and innovative team of engineers, scientists, planners, and designers who partner with clients in the transportation, real estate, institutional, and energy industries, as well as federal, state, and local governments. Our work helps improve mobility, enhance communities, and contribute to economic vitality. We do this while balancing development and infrastructure needs with stewardship of our environment. 

Our people make us great! VHB provides a differentiating employee experience, which includes: 

• 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  

We are consistently rated one of the top AEC firms to work for across our 30+ offices on the East Coast. We’re growing, and we hope you’ll join us! 

VHB is a proud Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion—supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. All individuals receive consideration for employment based on their qualifications without discrimination for race/ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, pregnancy, marital status, or any other basis protected by law.

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