Bridge Design Project Engineer III

About the role

AECOM is seeking a Bridge Design Project Engineer III to join our Orange, CA office. This is a career-enhancing opportunity to contribute to the design and analysis of transportation structures across Los Angeles, Southern California, and the greater Western U.S. The role offers exposure to a wide variety of challenging projects and the chance to work within a dynamic and experienced bridge group.

This position serves as a gateway to a rewarding career, providing opportunities for professional and technical growth as well as career advancement.

Key Responsibilities

• Structural Design and Analysis:
• Prepare structural designs, plans, specifications, and cost estimates for transportation structures, including bridges, retaining walls, and drainage structures.
• Conduct load rating analysis, rehabilitation concepts, and structure type evaluations.
• Technical Expertise:
• Utilize current engineering design software to perform detailed calculations and analyses.
• Propose innovative approaches to solve new engineering challenges and identify discrepancies in results.
• Collaboration and Coordination:
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary design teams to ensure seamless project delivery.
• Perform specific and limited portions of broader assignments under the guidance of experienced engineers.
• Data Collection and Reporting:
• Gather and correlate basic engineering data using established procedures.
• Work on detailed or routine assignments involving calculations and simple tests.
• M entorship and Guidance:
• Provide guidance and mentorship to entry-level engineers, fostering their development.
• Project Management:
• Perform work in accordance with agreed-upon budgets and schedules, with moderate supervision.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree + 4 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil or Structural Engineering (or related field); advanced degrees or certifications are a plus.
• 5+ years of bridge and other transportation structures (retaining walls, culverts, OH signs, etc.) design experience with Caltrans project delivery and other California / U.S. West Coast agencies.
• Experience with Caltrans and AASHTO bridge design practices, techniques, and applicable Codes.
• Knowledgeable of other standard engineering practices, techniques, and applicable Codes, such as IBC/CBC, AREMA, MRDC, etc.
• Excellent verbal communication and writing skills, including technical report writing.
• Structural problem analysis skills (including knowledge/use of design and calculation tools, software).
• High proficiency with software such as MicroStation, LEAP Concrete/Bridge, PTC MathCAD, CSiBridge and/or MIDAS Civil?
• High proficiency with CAD software (MicroStation, AutoCAD, Civil 3D)
• A current PE license in the State of CA.

Additional Information

• No relocation offered with this opportunity.
• Sponsorship is not offered for this position now or in the future.

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