Entry Level Bridge Engineer

KPFF Seattles Heavy Civil/ Structural Team is composed primarily of structural engineers who design and evaluate infrastructure that connects communities. Our work spans a wide range of bridge and heavy-civil projects including highway and pedestrian bridges retaining walls culverts that support fish passage ferry terminals piers wharves and structural inspections. We take pride in our collaborative approach to consulting partnering with clients across the industry from small local agencies to state transportation departments to architects and contractors. Our team contributes to projects that range from feasibility studies to new construction to rehabilitation to retrofits always with a focus on technical excellence environmental stewardship and community impact.

Located in downtown Seattle our Heavy Civil/Structural Engineering team is seeking an Entry Level Bridge Engineering Designer. This position will provide the opportunity for you to dive headfirst into real-world projects from day one. Youll collaborate with senior engineers and work on a diverse range of bridge and heavy civil projects including highway and pedestrian bridges retaining walls ferry terminals and marine structures as well as:

• Assist in the design and analysis of bridges and heavy civil structures including both new construction and rehabilitation.
• Conduct structural analysis and prepare design sketches under the supervision of professional engineers.
• Perform inspection and fieldwork supporting data collection and documentation.
• Engage in technical and project discussions within the design team contributing to collaborative problem-solving.
• Apply core engineering principles and advanced mathematical techniques to tackle real-world challenges.
• Collaborate with project managers and multidisciplinary teams.
• Join client meetings and site visits to gain exposure to project development and stakeholder engagement.
• Gradually take part in project management tasks such as monitoring budgets and schedules interacting with clients and leading junior engineers.
• Build expertise in navigating federal state and local regulations while aligning with KPFFs and our clients standards and practices.
• Participate in KPFFs Forefront program our commitment to mentorship lifelong learning and career development.
• Thrive in a vibrant inclusive and collaborative team environment that values creativity curiosity and excellence.

Qualifications :

Minimum Qualifications:

• An  bachelors degree in civil engineering with an emphasis on structural engineering
• 0-3 years experience working under a licensed professional engineer
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Passionate about providing exceptional client service
• Self-motivated
• Eager to develop and grow as a structural engineer

Desired Qualification:

• A masters degree with an emphasis on structural engineering (MSCE/MSE)
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or scheduled date for the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam.
• Coursework and/or familiarity with structural analysis software such as SAP CSI Bridge or PG Super.

Additional Information :

Physical Demands:

• Duties are primarily conducted in a standard office setting requiring prolonged periods of sitting at a desk or computer table.
• Occasionally may be required to lift objects weighing up to 15 lbs.
• Occasionally visiting project and construction sites may involve walking standing kneeling or navigating uneven terrain.
• Traveling to project sites or client meetings which may involve driving or flying.

Compensation:

The base salary for this role is competitive and will be determined based on the candidates experience education and skills. The expected range for a qualified candidate is $78000 - $90000 annually .

Additionally we offer performance-based bonuses to recognize and reward outstanding contributions in each Reporting Center. During the interview process well provide detailed information and address any questions you may have about the overall compensation package and benefits.

Benefits provided by KPFF include:

• An excellent 401K retirement savings plan with employer contributions
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance with a no-premium option
• Vision insurance with a no-premium option
• Health Savings Account (HSA) option with employer contribution
• Medical Flexible Spending Account (FSA) option
• Dependent care FSA option
• Employee Assistance Program
• Group life insurance
• Short-term disability insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• Seven paid holidays and two floating holidays
• 10 vacation days annually which increases with years of service.
• 10 days of personal and sick time to care for yourself and family members.
• Up to one-week (five business days) paid jury duty per year.
• Six weeks of supplemental paid family leave
• Travel accident insurance
• Subsidized ORCA bus/rail pass

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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KPFF Consulting Engineers participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

KPFF Consulting Engineers is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race color creed ethnicity national origin religion marital status sex/gender (including sexual orientation or gender identity) pregnancy veteran status citizenship status physical or mental disability or any other protected basis.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time