Structural Engineer - Bridges

About the position

KS Engineers, P.C. (KSE) is a mid-size engineering and construction management firm ranking in the ENR Top 500 for design and ENR Top 100 for construction management. We are headquartered in Newark, NJ, with regional offices in New York City and Newburgh, NY; Philadelphia and Pittsburgh, PA; Mount Laurel and Mount Arlington, NJ; and Rocky Hill, CT. The firm provides engineering, construction management, and land surveying services to both public and private sector clients. KSE offers a full range of employee benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurances, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), long- and short-term disabilities, and term life insurance. KS Engineers, P.C. is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Responsibilities

• Create designs and analyze the structural integrity of highway bridges and related infrastructure
• Perform structural calculations and develop detailed construction drawings for transportation structures
• Inspect bridges and transportation-related structures to assess their condition and compliance with safety standards
• Evaluate and prepare load ratings to assess the capacity of existing bridges and structures
• Develop plans, specifications, and contract documents for transportation projects
• Write specifications defining materials, workmanship, and quality standards for transportation structures
• Prepare quantity takeoffs, cost estimates, and detailed inspection reports

Requirements

• BS in Civil Engineering
• Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited college is preferred but not required
• PE License, preferably in the states of New York and/or New Jersey
• Minimum of 8 years prior experience designing bridges and preparing construction plans for highway structures and other transportation related structures
• Thorough knowledge of AASHTO bridge design specifications and the application of the specifications to design projects are required

Nice-to-haves

• AutoCAD and/or MicroStation experience is preferred but not required

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Paid time off
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Long- and short-term disabilities
• Term life insurance