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Johnson, Mirmiran, and Thompson Inc. Bridge Project Engineer in Richmond, Virginia

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm of more than 2,300 professionals that provides a full range of multi-disciplined engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT, is currently ranked #61 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 Design Firms.

JMT’s growing Structures Team is seeking to add a dynamic Bridge Project Engineer to their Richmond, Virginia Office. This position will provide a variety of bridge design experiences, giving a well-rounded opportunity for professional development and growth. U.S. Residency Required.

The Bridge Project Engineer will design bridge and transportation structures of varying complexity in accordance with AASHTO and VDOT Specifications. The Bridge Project Engineer will receive general supervision from the Project Manager and will assist with project management responsibilities as appropriate. Bridge design tasks and responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

  • Structural analysis and design calculations for bridges (steel plate girders, prestressed concrete beams, foundations, etc.), retaining walls, bridge repairs, and ancillary structures (traffic signals, overhead sign structures, etc.)

  • Preparing structural plan details in accordance with VDOT and industry standards, while also considering requirements from other disciplines (survey, roadway, drainage, etc.)

  • Preliminary design reports, which summarize and compare different structural alternatives depending on the project

  • Quantity and cost estimate development

  • Construction submittal reviews, including RFI’s and shop drawings. Perform site visits to ongoing construction projects when warranted

  • Assist with project management responsibilities

  • Attend meetings with clients and stakeholders

  • Coordinate with internal team members to ensure project completion by the defined deadline and established quality

  • Plan, schedule, conduct or coordinate detailed phases of the engineering work

  • Perform routine and in-depth inspections for in-service transportation structures such as bridges, culverts, retaining walls, and ancillary structures

Nonessential Functions and Responsibilities

  • Perform other related duties as assigned

Required Skills

  • Ability to work on multiple project assignments in a dynamic, fast-paced team-oriented environment

  • Ability to organize work, set priorities, meet critical deadlines, and follow-up on assignments as required

  • Experience in using structural analysis and design software, MicroStation drafting software, and proficiency in Microsoft Office software including Word and Excel

  • Ability to write, speak, and communicate clearly

  • Ability to design structures with varying levels of complexity

  • Ability to analyze statically determinate and indeterminate structures and bridges

  • Knowledge of structural design principles for steel, reinforced concrete, and prestressed concrete for both superstructure and substructure components

Required Experience

  • 5-10 years of experience performing design of highway bridges and transportation structures

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering with an emphasis in structures

  • Experience in using structural analysis and design software, MathCAD, MicroStation or other drafting software, and proficiency in Microsoft Office software including Word and Excel

  • Passed Virginia FE exam or has Virginia PE license

Preferred Experience

  • Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering with an emphasis in structures

  • Familiarity with VDOT and AASHTO LRFD bridge design requirements

  • Experience using MDX, CONSPAN, ABLRFD, RC-Pier and L-Pile, or other similar programs

  • Experience in performing load ratings using AASHTOWare Bridge Rating software

  • Experience in preparing plans using CADD / MicroStation

Working Conditions

Work is performed in the office 90% of the time. Work is generally sedentary in nature but may require occasional standing and walking. Lighting and temperature are adequate and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. within the office environment.

Field work is required approximately 10% of the time where work will be conducted outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions. Some lifting (up to 50 lbs) may be required as needed.

JMT is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity, and we are proud to be building an inclusive and diverse workforce.

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