Bridge & Structures Project Engineer (Mid to Senior level)

Description

Why DOWL?DOWL is a top-ranked, multi-disciplined consulting firm with over 60 years of experience in civil engineering and related services. Our in-house expertise spans Civil and Land Development, Construction-Related Services, Transportation and Structures, and Water and Environmental Services. At DOWL, you’re valued—we support your growth, offer great benefits, and foster a culture of integrity, professionalism, and teamwork.

Bridges and Structures

With thousands of projects under our belt, we're proud to be a regional leader in concrete, steel, and timber bridges. Whether it is a single-span concrete bridge, a multiple-span curved steel girder bridge, or a historic bridge rehabilitation, our proven approach provides clients with creative, efficient solutions. Our structural design team offers decades of experience in both new and existing construction, specializing in public infrastructure and industrial structures. If you are inspired to create real-life structures stemming as far back as childhood when you created them out of popsicle sticks and rubber bands, we’d love you to be a part of our team!

Summary

Bring your structural expertise to a leadership role as a Bridge and Structures Project Engineer, where you'll take charge of design and analysis on impactful engineering projects. In this position, you'll serve as engineer-of-record and apply your strong knowledge of AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications, the International Building Code, and ASCE 7 standards to deliver high-quality, code-compliant solutions. You'll play a key role in mentoring junior staff while also collaborating with seasoned professionals to continually grow your expertise. If you're a licensed engineer—either in your primary state of practice or able to obtain licensure within six months—and you're ready to lead with confidence, contribute to complex infrastructure, and expand your influence in a collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply. This position can be based out of our Lake Oswego, Oregon or Eugene, Oregon office locations.

Job Responsibilities and Duties

To be successful in this position, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions .

Software

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) - Basic

Market Sector Software (MathCAD, AutoCAD or MicroStation) - Basic

Advanced understanding of structural analysis software

Independently model complex structures

Model very complex structures with mentoring (i.e., multi-modal, non-linear)

Technical Expertise

Solid understanding of engineering fundamentals

Writes clear internal communications (emails, meeting minutes, etc.)

Performs complex structural design tasks independently

I ndependently checks basic designs

Expert understanding of technical writing

Prepares simple memos

Divides complex projects into manageable tasks

Leads design efforts as engineer-of-record on a variety of projects

Leads complex technical reports

Reviews memos and reports deliverables

Mentors others on design tasks

Contributes to proposals

Teamwork

Leads structural design teams (3-5 people) to complete structural tasks. Structures lead overseeing delivery of structures work on small multi-discipline projects.

Project Delivery

Prepares structural calculations and cost estimates independently

Creates CAD markups

Writes technical specifications and develops contract plans independently. Assembles structural calculation books

Oversees file management

Advanced understanding of multi-discipline project delivery

Actively mentors others

Understanding Budget and Schedule

Advanced understanding of scopes, schedules, and budgets (i.e., estimate schedule for complex tasks); able to predict and deliver individual tasks within a set level of effort. Able to consistently meet budget and schedule expectations on projects. Develops budgets and schedules for complex tasks. Breaks down complex projects into logical tasks. Mentors others on above. Able to prioritize multiple assignments to successfully deliver all assigned projects on time and on budget.

Industry Standards and Regulations

Expert understanding of standard design codes. Actively mentors others on interpreting design codes. Understands limitations of design codes.

Client Interaction

Answers questions and resolves issues related to individual design tasks. Resolves project issues on moderate to complex projects. Interacts with clients in project meetings. Consistently uses appropriate communication tools (e.g., email versus phone) and understands appropriate messaging. Understands legal risks.

Other

Other duties as assigned.

Level of Work / Accountability

Performs advanced levels of technical work on large, complex projects as a trusted technical member of the market sector. Operates with a high level of autonomy. Reviews the work of others. May perform some project management tasks.

Supervisory Duties

May be a supervisor :

Oversees team operations and the daily workflow of the team

Organizes workflow and ensures that employees understand their duties or delegated tasks

Recruits and hires new employees

Implements training for new hires and identifies training opportunities for current staff

Communicates information from leadership to employees and vice versa

Monitors employee productivity and provides constructive feedback and coaching

Sets goals for performance and deadlines in ways that comply with company’s plans and vision and communicates them to employees

Provides constructive and timely performance evaluations

Decides on reward and promotion based on performance

Handles discipline and termination of employees as needed and in accordance with company policy

Education and / or Experience

Bachelor's Degree required (i.e. Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering)

Years of experience required : 6 years

Years of experience required with advanced degree : 5 years

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

PE required; SE preferred

Driving is an essential job function or a valid driver’s license is required to support legitimate business purposes.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and use hands. The employee must occasionally lift and / or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision and ability to adjust focus. Position may include periodic site visits and inspection work on project sites.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities

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