Entry-level Bridge Engineer
Greenman-Pedersen Inc

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Job Description

GPIhas an immediate opening for aStructural Engineer in either our Columbia, MD or Milford, DE office. We offer opportunities to work in a collaborative and team-oriented environment on a variety of transportation projects for federal, state, local and private clients. Ideal candidates will hold an Engineer-In-Training certification, with aspirations of obtaining PE licensure.

Do you value a company that puts employee satisfaction and diversity at the forefront of who they are? If so,GPIwants you!

GPIis a multi-discipline engineering firm providing planning, design, and construction services for transportation infrastructure and building system projects throughout the United States for over 50 years. Ranked in the Top 100 Firms by Engineering News Record, GPI is a forward-thinking, innovative firm with a culture committed to excellence and fosters staff empowerment. For more information, visit:www.gpinet.com

Responsibilities:

• Performing basic analysis and design of project elements
• Preparing cohesive and organized structural calculations
• Detailing and drafting of structural elements
• Assist with geometric layout and quantity development
• Developing task deliverables for review by a Senior Engineer
• Performing tasks according to assigned schedule and budget
• Working independentlyunder the guidance of a Senior Engineer
• Provide direction for team members as needed
• Participate in bridge inspections, perform load rating calculation and assist with report writing

• 0-5years of structural engineering design experience
• B.S. in Structural Engineering degree is required, M.S. is preferred
• Engineer-in-Training Certification preferred, with a desire to obtain PE licensure
• Basic knowledge of applicable codes and standards
• Basic knowledge of general-purpose structural analysis programs
• Basic knowledge of computer-aided drafting programs
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office products
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
• Excellent organizational skills
• Positive attitude and good work ethic with desire to work in a collaborative environment

• Maintain a valid driver's license with a clean motor vehicle report (MVR) for final consideration
• Read, write, and understand plans and directions given in the English language
• Basic computer skills with the ability to create and edit Microsoft Word and Excel documents, create Outlook emails and utilize SharePoint and Microsoft Teams to communicate with other team members
• Able to traverse a construction job site consisting of uneven ground varying in height and consistency of material, with a variation of elevation 19" or less (mud, gravel, rutted ground, etc.)
• Able to climb and leave a ladder to a platform varying from 6' to 20'Able to wear GPI required PPE, i.e., hard hats, safety vest, work boots, and/or safety glasses/goggles while working