Senior Bridge Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Are we the bridge to your future?

We are currently searching for an experienced Senior Bridge Engineer focusing on bridge design and plan production to support our East Gulf Region located in Brentwood / Nashville, Knoxville, Chattanooga, or Memphis, TN . Candidates must be willing to relocate to Tennessee if out of state.

To be considered for this position, applicants must have, at minimum, 10 years of professional experience in structural engineering.

What you’ll be doing :

• Lead and oversee bridge design projects from concept through completion, including analysis, design, and preparation of construction documents
• Manage the development of design plans, specifications, and calculations for various transportation and infrastructure projects
• Collaborate with internal teams, clients, and external stakeholders to ensure timely and successful project delivery
• Perform structural analysis using state-of-the-art software and apply engineering principles to solve complex design challenges
• Ensure compliance with TDOT and other clients’ design standards, guidelines, and specifications
• Review and approve design plans, calculations, and construction documents for accuracy, completeness, and quality
• Mentor and provide technical leadership to junior engineers and staff.
• Conduct site visits and inspections to assess the condition of existing structures and to monitor construction progress
• Review contractor submittals and provide recommendations on materials, methods, and construction procedures
• Participate in meetings with clients, consultants, and regulatory agencies to discuss project requirements and progress
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry standards, best practices, and advancements in structural engineering technology

What you need to have :

Preferred Qualifications :

Why Volkert?

Volkert is employee owned and a Top 100 design firm, committed to providing clients with creative solutions for sustainability, including improvements to infrastructure, the environment, and natural resources. Founded in 1925, Volkert is celebrating a century of serving our employees, clients, partners, and communities. At Volkert, we pride ourselves on providing all of our employees with competitive compensation, positive work / life balance, and professional development opportunities, as well as fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace in all of our offices nationwide.

Key Benefits :

The words from our Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer, Thomas A. Hand, PE, capture best how you can make an impact while working for Volkert.

“ For a century, Volkert has done meaningful work that improves our infrastructure and quality of life throughout our communities. We are proud of our one-hundred-year legacy and humbled by the opportunities ahead of us as we look forward to our next century of service. With our commitment to employee ownership and sustainable growth, you can build a career here that really makes a difference .”

– Thomas A. Hand, PE, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer

EOE- Race / Sex / Vets / Disabled

Volkert does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies or fee-based recruitment services.

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