Entry Level Structural Bridge Designer

Overview

ABOUT THE POSITION

VHB is seeking an Entry Level Structural Bridge Designer to join our dynamic and growing Structures group in the Northeast. In this position, you would assist in the planning, analysis, design, and detailing of bridge and other transportation related structural projects from railroad to highway.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering design and detailing of highway, pedestrian and railroad bridges and other structures
• Assist in the field with bridge inspection
• Calculate quantities and develop construction cost estimates
• Prepare contract documents and design plans

Skills and Attributes

• Must possess strong technical skills in bridge design and detailing of steel, reinforced concrete, prestressed concrete and timber bridges and other structures
• Ability to develop alternatives analyses, preliminary design reports, contract plans, specifications, and construction cost estimates in conformity with accepted engineering standards and procedures
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Self-motivated and willing to take responsibility
• Excellent attention to detail and a strong commitment to quality
• Effective and comfortable in a highly collaborative team environment  

Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering (structural emphasis preferred)
• 0-1 years of professional structural design experience

Our best estimate of the salary range for this position located in New York City is $82,000-86,000. The final compensation will be based on a variety of factors such as individual qualifications, education, and experience.

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 Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of inclusion and belonging, supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

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