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Moffatt & Nichol

Structural Bridge Engineer - Mid-Level

Moffatt & Nichol, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, us, 70873


Moffatt & Nichol

specializes in large complex waterfront infrastructure projects and is recognized as one of the worldwide leaders in this field. We are actively seeking a

Structural Engineer

with 6 to 10 years of experience with bridge, transportation, and/or rail structure projects. As the successful new hire, you will possess strong design and communication skills and have the desire to interact with clients in the future. You may be seated in either our Baton Rouge (preferred) or New Orleans offices. Our bridge team provides a growing suite of bridge services to LADOTD, MDOT, OSARC and other agencies in the area including complex bridge inspections and load ratings, with supporting offices providing concrete bridge design, steel bridge design, bridge widening and replacement, grade separations, seismic retrofit, pump stations, underground structures, and retaining walls. Firm-wide, our bridge practice provides design and inspection services both domestically and internationally.Duties and Responsibilities:Provide experience in project conceptualization, bridge design (preliminary and final), plan development, project implementation, and project controls.Responsible for technical aspects of the design and deliverable including QA/QC.Mentor junior professionals to perform load ratings and design bridges and structures.Understand and maintain proficiency with LADOTD, MDOT, OSARC, and ARDOT design standards and criteria, practices, and policies.Write and coordinate bridge technical reports, plans, cost estimates, specifications, and proposals.Collaborate with Bridge and Rail Team and all company disciplines.Conduct inspections and assist in supervision of site investigations as needed.Function independently performing technical design tasks.Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering. Master's degree in Structural Engineering strongly preferred.Professional Engineer in the State of Louisiana or eligible to obtain within 6 months; Structural Engineer licensure is a plus.6 to 10 years of experience in bridge structural, planning, design (new and rehabilitative), and preparation of construction drawings and contract documents for highway and/or railroad bridge projects.Must be thoroughly familiar with AASHTO Specifications, LADOTD BDEM, Agency Guidelines, and local municipal design standards and criteria, practices, and policies.Bridge, rail, and site inspection experience desirable.NHI certifications desired. Willingness to obtain post hire is required.Knowledge of Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (LADOTD) design standards and criteria, practices, and policies strongly desired.Proficiency in SAP2000, CSI Bridge, CTBridge, Xtract, AASHTOWare D/R/M, VBridge, Leap, AutoCAD, and/or MicroStation preferred.Additional design experience with other states and with load rating of bridges is desirable.Experience with Alternate Delivery Methods is desirable.Strong written and verbal communication skills.Valid driver's license in good standing.All new hires will be required to successfully complete and pass a pre-employment (post offer) background check in compliance with NIST 800-171.Moffatt & Nichol uses E-Verify and employment is contingent upon the legal ability to obtain employment in the U.S. and to present the required documentation at hire.Working Conditions:The work takes place in both the office and the field which may require occasional extended hours or weekends to meet deadlines. Inclement weather may occur.Physical Requirements:Must be able to navigate field to inspect bridges. Some site visits may be required which may necessitate navigating unpaved or natural terrain while carrying equipment. Perform office work or attend meetings. Light local travel as necessary.Moffatt & Nichol's EEO Statement:As a global business, Moffatt & Nichol relies on diversity of culture and thought to deliver on our goal of Creative People, Practical Solutions serving our client needs, and ensures nondiscrimination in all activities in accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. We continuously seek talented, qualified employees in our world-wide operations regardless of race, color, sex/gender, including gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national origin, religion, disability, age, marital status, citizen status, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification under country or local law. Moffatt & Nichol is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer/ Federal Contractor desiring priority referrals of all protected veterans for job openings.

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