Senior Bridge Engineer

Kimley-Horn - West Palm Beach, FL

Full-time - Mid Level

Onsite - West Palm Beach, FL

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

Kimley-Horn's West Palm Beach office is seeking a Civil Engineer with over 8 years of experience to join their Bridge Structures team. This role involves technical responsibilities in bridge design projects, including structural analysis, design, and planning, while also mentoring junior engineers. The position emphasizes quality control and client interaction, contributing to a collaborative work environment focused on professional development and project success.

Responsibilities

• Serve in a technical role on bridge design projects
• Perform structural analysis, design, and planning on bridges and other transportation structures
• Develop full sets of structural drawings and technical specifications without guidance
• Projects could include bridge design, box culvert, and retaining wall design
• Train and mentor Engineers-In-Training (EITs) in structural engineering
• Perform structural design calculations, plan production activities, and prepare project document submittal packages, while maintaining a Quality Control program for the entire project
• Lead and provide support for construction phase efforts on building projects in structural engineering
• Support and participate in meetings and presentations with clients, contractors, and design team members
• Contribute to identifying project opportunities through networking with new and existing clients

Requirements

• 8+ years of relevant engineering design experience
• Professional Engineering (P.E.) License (or ability to obtain within 12 months)
• Knowledge and experience in AutoCAD, Revit, and Sketchup with some ability to produce drawings and details, when needed
• Knowledge and experience in structural analysis and design software, such as STAAD, RAM, E-Tabs, MathCAD, TEDDS, ADAPT PT, and other structural related design software
• Strong sense of urgency and self-discipline to meet client deadlines
• Detail-oriented team player with an ability to contribute to a positive work environment
• Ability to multi-task and work on a variety of projects concurrently
• Excellent communication, leadership, and technical skills with a continuous mindset on personal and staff development
• Positive, can-do attitude and a strong work ethic

Benefits

• Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to-1 company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation and additional profit-sharing contribution
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• Generous personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays
• Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses
• Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs
• Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources