Project Engineer Bridge
Job Location:
Des Moines, IA - USA
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Job Summary
Company Description
We are Olsson. We engineer and design solutions that improve the world around us. As a company we promise to always be responsive transparent and focused on results for our people our clients and our company.
Were a people-centric firm so its no surprise our greatest asset is our people. The impact this creates is an environment that encourages our people to grow and be creative with their talents. This approach builds a culture that is uniquely Olsson. It allows us to grow our people as we grow our business. This in turn creates a lasting impact on the world around us.
Job Description
Our Bridge group works on a wide range of projects including bridge and retaining walls dams storm and traffic structures inspections rehabilitations load ratings and assisting with construction engineering services. We facilitate designs on transportation projects that include grade separations interchanges and stream crossings for public and private clients throughout the Midwest.
As a Bridge Engineer you will contribute to the successful delivery of transportation structure projects by applying sound engineering principles supporting design efforts and collaborating across multidisciplinary teams. Depending on your level of experience you may take on increasing responsibility in technical design project coordination and client engagement.
In this role you will work closely with project managers and team members to develop high-quality design solutions support project execution and help ensure work is completed within scope schedule and budget. There are opportunities to provide guidance to less experienced staff contribute to team development and grow into technical leadership responsibilities over time.
This position plays an important role in expanding our bridge engineering presence in the Des Moines market offering the opportunity to help build and grow a strong local team while supporting impactful infrastructure projects across Iowa.
Qualifications
You are passionate about:
- Working collaboratively with others.
- Having ownership in the work you do.
- Using your talents to positively affect communities.
You bring to the team:
- Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering.
- Minimum of 6 or more years of relevant engineering experience (level commensurate with experience).
- Professional Engineer (PE) license required or ability to obtain within a reasonable timeframe.
- Experience with AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design.
- Familiarity with bridge analysis and design programs (LARSA LEAP Bridge Lpile SPColumn or similar).
- Experience with DOT bridge projects preferred.
- Familiarity with MicroStation or similar design software.
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Additional Information
Olsson specializes in engineering and design client advisory services planning field services and environmental. Improving the world has been our mindset from the very beginning back when Olsson first opened for business in 1956. And it will be our mindset for years to come.
As an Olsson employee you will:
- Receive a competitive 401(k) match
- Be empowered to build your career with tailored development paths
- Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements
- Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities
- Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles
In addition full-time employees will receive our traditional benefits package (health care vision dental paid time off etc.) and the opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance.
Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority female veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of race color religion national origin sex sexual orientation gender identity gender disability age military status or other protected status.
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About Company
Olsson is an engineering and design firm delivering infrastructure solutions that improve communities through expertise, collaboration, and innovation.
