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Senior Project Engineer - Bridge Design
Senior Project Engineer - Bridge DesignTrilon Group • Baton Rouge, Louisiana, US
Senior Project Engineer - Bridge Design

Senior Project Engineer - Bridge Design

Trilon Group • Baton Rouge, Louisiana, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Remote
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Job description

Description

Waggoner Engineering is hiring a Senior Project Engineer - Bridge Design for our Baton Rouge, LA office. The role has the possibility of being remote for the right candidate.

The role will provide quality planning, design and technical assistance to the Discipline Manager and other members of the design team in delivering projects within budgetary and time constraints.

Compensation & Benefits:
  • Base Salary: Competitive, commensurate with experience
  • Signing Bonus: You will receive a one-time signing bonus of $10,000, payable within 30 days of your start date.
  • Clawback Provision: If you voluntarily resign or are terminated for cause within 12 months of your start date, you agree to repay the signing bonus in full.
Are you ready to inspire, engage and deliver? Waggoner Engineering, founded in 1976, is a civil engineering and professional consulting firm dedicated to helping communities reach their full potential. With numerous office locations across the Southeast United States, Waggoner is recognized for its innovative, multi-disciplinary services that extend far beyond traditional engineering.

What does that mean for you? Waggoner differentiates itself as a leader in growth strategy for water and disaster recovery, as well as providing full engineering services; we need people who are inspired for future growth, engage as leaders in their respective fields, and deliver to both internal and external clients.

If you are tired of hearing “we’ve always done it this way”; if you have a work hard/play hard attitude; and if you enjoy working with a vast team of professionals across various disciplines, you will fit right into our culture.

Your Primary Responsibilities will include

  • Performs engineering analysis and design for bridges and related structures, including new construction and rehabilitation.
  • Conducts assessment and evaluation of existing bridge structural conditions and develops recommended remedial measures.
  • Performs as-design, as-built, and condition bridge load ratings in accordance with governing AASHTO and client specifications.
  • Prepares construction plans, specifications, and contract documents for contracting and bidding of construction projects.
  • Performs construction phase engineering, including periodic on-site reviews, in collaboration with the Construction Services team.
  • Understands typical bridge constructability areas of focus, including multi-phased construction, transportation, and erection of various bridge components.
  • Maintains and documents written and verbal communications with clients throughout the development and completion of a project.
  • Conducts project status review with project manager and team members, checking accuracy of work completed, and monitors timeliness of project completion.
  • Attends meetings on project management.
  • Assists Project Managers with administrative duties concerning completion of assigned projects, including review of schedules, scopes and budgets.
  • Assists Project Manager in preparation of engineering studies and reports.
  • Provides technical guidance and training to members of the project team.
  • Prepares project design using sound engineering principles, engineering software and tools.
  • Assists in preparation of contract documents and technical specifications.
  • Assists Project Manager in assuring quality control procedures are performed.
  • Maintains responsibility for the accuracy of each segment of the work and the final check of the work.
  • Maintains responsibility for adherence to applicable codes.



What you'll need

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering is required.
  • Minimum of 8 years of bridge and related structural design experience, including 5+ years of experience in the technical production of engineering projects, including significant direct experience on projects involving the planning, design, and evaluation of bridges.
  • Extensive knowledge of the LADOTD Bridge Design policies, procedures, and memoranda preferred.
  • Ability to prepare engineering records and write concise technical reports.
Certifications/Registrations
  • Licensed as a Professional Engineer (PE) in Louisiana is required.
  • Licensure as a PE or ability to obtain such in contiguous states is desired.
  • Certifications applicable to civil engineering, structural and bridge design and inspection desired.
Other Knowledge and Skills
  • Proficient in design using Bentley LEAP or other LADOTD approved software.
  • Microstation and/or AutoCAD Civil 3D experience software is preferred.
  • Advanced knowledge of MS Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project required.
  • Knowledge of design, on-line reports and databases preferred.
  • Superior communication skills and in-depth knowledge of company products and operations.



Why Join Our Team

About Waggoner
Waggoner is a multidisciplinary infrastructure and advisory firm focused on transforming communities and advancing the systems that support them. Our team brings together engineering, science, business, environmental expertise, digital innovation, program delivery, and strategic insight to solve complex challenges facing communities, industries, and governments.

We believe infrastructure is more than projects - it is the foundation of resilient communities, economic opportunity, and a stronger future. By integrating technical excellence with environmental stewardship, data-driven insights, and collaboration problem solving, Waggoner helps our clients realize what's possible and delivers solutions that create lasting impact for the people and places we serve.

Our culture is built on integrity, accountability, collaboration, and excellence. We empower talented professionals to lead, innovate, and work across disciplines to deliver meaningful outcomes for our clients and communities.

Our Vision
To be the trusted partner organizations turn to for integrated solutions that strengthen communities, advance infrastructure, and solve complex challenges.

Our Mission
Transforming communities. To improve the quality of life for our clients, communities, and employees by delivering innovative, resilient, and sustainable solutions that make a lasting difference.

We know work isn't only about what you do, it's also about who you work for and with! Waggoner Engineering provides a fun, family-friendly, and multicultural work environment that supports a work life balance, including:

  • WEI Incentive Program
  • Healthy Workplace Program
  • Employee Referral Bonus
  • Competitive Health Benefits
  • Career Development and Training
  • Flexible/Hybrid Schedule
  • Community Service Opportunities
  • Worldwide Travel Assistance

Waggoner Engineering, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
Infrastructure is the backbone of the communities where we live, work, and play. Done well, infrastructure changes lives for the better – promoting opportunity, equity, sustainability, and safety.

Trilon is bringing together a family of the nation’s best infrastructure consulting firms. We invest in talent, technology, and targeted M&A to ensure we are the firm of choice for our clients and our people to deliver sustainable infrastructure solutions.

Trilon helps our communities plan, design, and deliver critical infrastructure more quickly, affordably, and impactfully.
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