CV Library is hiring: Bridge Design Engineer in Philadelphia

Overview:

TranSystems has completed a strategic merger with Gannett Fleming to create a best-in-class organization (Gannett Fleming TranSystems) with approximately $1.3 billion in revenue and a highly skilled workforce of more than 5,000 employees.

Both companies are recognized as top 20 providers on the Engineering News-Record (“ENR”) rankings for transportation design services. We are committed to building strong relationships with our clients, partners, and communities, because we believe we can go farther together. The transaction not only enhances our transportation expertise and reach, but it expands offerings across the water, environmental, and power markets.  

 

Interested in joining our team? We’re looking for top talent to grow with our firm. This is a great time to join Gannett Fleming TranSystems!

Responsibilities:

What you'll be challenged to do:

The Philadelphia area offices seek a highly motivated Structural/Bridge Engineer with 5-10 years of experience in bridge design to join our established transportation practice. In this role you will be responsible for the successful performance of structural design/analysis of bridges along with the preparation of construction plans, project specifications, and quantity/cost estimates. You will also work closely with other teams on multi-disciplinary projects, including bridge, roadway, traffic, rail, site, and public transit.

It is expected that you will function as a lead technical design engineer and depending on level of experience, you may also serve as the Project Manager of various projects. It is expected that you will work independently and will supervise the work of less experienced engineers and mentor them as you help to develop their technical and inter-personal skills.

You will be mentored by our senior staff and have the opportunity to engage and assist with new project pursuits, including Qualifications and Technical Proposal preparation, Scope of Service and Proposal development, and networking opportunities through professional society events.

 

Primary Responsibilities (others may be included):

 

Bridge Design, contract plans preparation and specifications requiring quality presentation, thoroughness and follow-through, and efficient conformance to budgets and schedules

Developing and analyzing design options

Maintaining organized design calculation and project data

Performing load ratings analysis

Calculation of quantities and development of cost estimates

Office support for construction support services

Work with contractor or other consultants to develop demolition and erection plans, temporary sheeting, cofferdam designs, and temporary supports

Review shop drawing submittals

Address questions from contractors during the construction phases of structures

Act as task manager and/or Engineer of Record

 

Qualifications:

What you bring to our firm:

 

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from a 4-yr accredited college or university.

Minimum of 5 years of related bridge design experience.

Registration as a licensed Professional Engineer in Pennsylvania.

Minimum of 5 years of direct experience in design of basic bridges (concrete, miscellaneous structures and retaining walls

Experience with Bentley MicroStation

Working knowledge with Microsoft Windows Office Suite

Experience with PennDOT Design, Rating, and Inspection programs, familiar with engineering design packages such as MicroStation and AutoCAD.

Actively engages multiple perspectives when solving problems, seeks to learn from peers, and encourages reciprocal learning among team members.

Actively advocates for full in the workplace, fostering an environment that welcomes and values equity for all employees, partners, clients, and the communities that TranSystems serves.

No relocation assistance provided.

 

What we’d prefer for you to bring to our firm:

 

Master’s degree in civil/structural engineering

Experience in more advanced bridge design (i.e. steel girders, steel substructure)

Successful completion of NHI Course (phone number removed) Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges and are current on NHI Course (phone number removed)A Bridge Inspection Refresher Training (if applicable).

Experience with advanced commercial structural software (CSiBridge, Midas, STAAD, SAP, etc…)

 

Work Environment:

 

The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, depending on field assignments.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, however, construction and field assignments can be severe (i.e. Airport noise, construction equipment, jack hammers, etc).

The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, talk or hear, and drive a car. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include ability to adjust focus.

 

 

 

 

Featured Benefits: 

Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.

Comprehensive health benefits package including wellness, maternity/paternity leave, and employer paid AD&D, STD, and LTD.

401(k) company match

Vacation accrual separate from sick time.

Eleven (11) paid holidays for 2024 with the option to substitute 2 holidays for employees to celebrate other day(s) of significance.

Six (6) day winter break in 2024 that is included in the paid vacation schedule.

 

 

TranSystems is proud to be an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer and ensures nondiscrimination and equal employment opportunity in all programs and activities in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to , , , , , , , status, marital status, , genetic information, citizenship status, , protected Veteran status or any other status protected by law. In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, we will hire only U.S. and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States (if the position is or will be one which is subject to U.S. law).

 

As the employer of choice, we are committed to action and strive for a company that reflects the vast of our country and the communities we serve. TranSystems is committed to embracing in all forms, including , culture, , , , , veteran status, thought and background. We acknowledge the impacts of prejudice and discrimination on historically underserved communities. We commit to establishing a more diverse, inclusive and positive work environment that drives innovation.

 

Recruiters or staffing agencies: TranSystems is not obligated to compensate any external recruiter or search firm who presents a candidate, their resume, or profile to a TranSystems employee without 1) a current, fully-executed agreement on file and 2) being assigned to the open position (as a search) via our applicant tracking solution.

 

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