Sr. Bridge Engineer II

PRIME AE Group, Inc. (www.primeeng.com), a multi-faceted and rapidly growing architectural and engineering firm with 23 office locations and over 500 employees throughout the Midwest, Mid-Atlantic, Southeast and Northeast areas, is seeking a qualified candidate to serve as a Senior Bridge Engineer in our Richmond, VA office.  

Company Overview and Vision: 

PRIME AE is a diverse community of professionals with a passion for solving today’s architectural and engineering challenges in ways that improve communities for all. We design, develop, implement, and maintain the infrastructure, facilities, and amenities that create thriving communities, while making the most of client resources. We share a passion for the work that comes through in everything we do.  Whether you are seeking new challenges, greater variety, or a better opportunity, we are on the lookout for professionals who enjoy being part of something bigger.

Position Overview:

Senior Bridge Engineer for primarily VDOT bridge projects and possibly some other clients.  Serve in a Lead Engineer role including the planning, analysis, and design of bridge projects ranging from conventional to innovative bridge types.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Perform structural load calculations and bridge plan / specifications development.
• Oversee geometric layout and quantity development.
• Check design calculations / construction cost estimates / plan development produced by other engineers.
• Typical bridge projects include precast concrete girder (pre-stressed and/or post-tensioned) and steel plate or steel box girder for highway, waterway, and rail projects.
• Strong technical skills in Engineering analysis and design combined with a proven background of technical leadership on these types of projects.
• Perform as a Technical Specialist or Task Leader on large projects and supervise Junior Engineers in the performance of engineering tasks.

• Report preparation and frequent client interaction.

Minimum Requirements:

• BSCE required; MSCE in Structural Engineering preferred.
• Active Virginia PE licensure required.
• VDOT project experience strongly preferred.
• 10+ years of bridge design experience required; PM experience beneficial.
• Prior Supervisory experience (team, office, etc.) a plus.
• Extensive experience in all aspects of bridge design projects.
• Experience with Bridge Inspection is a plus, but not required.
• Computer program proficiency: Microsoft Office, Structural analysis software (LARSA, SAP etc.), Structural design software (LEAP products BDS products PCA Col etc.).
• Knowledge of MicroStation is preferred, OpenBridge Designer is a plus.
• Demonstrated leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to work with various teams – internal and external - as required.

PRIME AE Group is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.

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