Bridge Project Engineer

Baltimore, United States

• Category: Civil Engineering

Description

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Job Description

Overview

GFT is seeking a Bridge Project Engineer to support a variety of projects in the Mid-Atlantic Region. This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at our Baltimore office. 

Working on the Transportation team at GFT offers the opportunity to engage in transformative projects that enhance transportation infrastructure and improve community connectivity. Whether working on highways and bridges or traffic engineering, our team excels in resilient, sustainable design and construction, delivering innovative solutions that address the complexities of modern, multimodal roadway systems and ensure safe, efficient, and reliable travel for all​.  Explore some of our signature Transportation projects here. 

Responsibilities

What you'll be challenged to do:

This is an excellent career opportunity for an experienced, motivated Bridge Project Engineer who thrives in a collaborative team environment. The role highlights a customer-focused mindset and a passion for delivering exceptional quality and results on every project. 

In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following: 

Designing structural components of bridges, box culverts, retaining walls and transportation related structures

Developing details of bridge components for contract drawings

Calculating quantities and developing construction cost estimates

Review of shop drawings

Assisting with or team leading bridge inspections and preparation of inspection reports

Performing load ratings

Participating in project meetings with clients

Coordination with team members to meet project quality standards and milestone deadlines

Qualifications

What you bring to our firm:

A minimum of B.S. in Civil Engineering from ABET accredited engineering program 

5-9 years of experience in bridge design or bridge inspection

Licensed Professional Engineer. If not currently in possession of a MD PE, willingness, and ability to acquire MD PE within six (6) months of hire

Understanding of structural design principals for steel, reinforced, and prestressed concrete 

Experience with various design codes such as AASHTO, ACI, AISC, NDS, etc.

Experience using structural design and analysis software such as LARS (load ratings) Merlin-DASH, Open Bridge Designer (LEAP Steel and Concrete), STAAD, L-Pile, etc.

Experience drafting with Microstation and AutoCAD

Must possess strong verbal and written communication skills.  Must possess strong organization and time management skills

Ability to work on multiple projects in a dynamic, fast-paced environment

Ability to grow to the next level of leadership and success

Team oriented and self-motivated

Valid Driver’s License and reliable transportation

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

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

What we prefer you bring:

NHI Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges Certification a plus

The Salary range for this position is $72,000-$122,00. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.

 Featured Benefits: 

Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.

Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.

Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.

Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.

Tuition reimbursement for continued education.

Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations

Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships – that’s why we’re the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry’s brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more.

Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century’s experience, together we’re building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives. GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives™ 

GFT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law. 

Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property of Gannett Fleming TranSystems.

Company

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TranSystems

TranSystems Corporation - Transportation Infrastructure and Facilities - that's our focus. From infrastructure and facility design to computer simulation and economic impact analysis to finding alternative financing solutions for transportation projects - we do it. Our transportation specialists, located in offices across the nation, are unparalleled in the knowledge of the movement of freight and people, and unmatched in technical and managerial services. We provide full-scale professional services to both public and private sector transportation clients. Plans, designs and directs components of freight railroad; passenger rail and transit; states and municipalities; airports and air carriers; manufacturers and distributors; ports and maritime; trucking and automotive; energy and communication; and federal government projects. 

TranSystems is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status or physical or mental disability. In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, we will hire only U.S. citizens 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).