Senior Structural Engineer (Remote)

At EXP, we know that great experiences start with the right people. We believe that work should be challenging, and the challenge should be fun.

We also believe that exponential possibilities are more likely to occur with a respectful, satisfying and empowering company.

We value and respect our employees – their experience and expertise as well as their energy, passion and diversity – and their innovative approach to work and to life.

Are you ready to design your future?

Be our next Senior Structural Engineer (Remote) within the Infrastructure & Transportation business practice.

Your work environment at EXP

In this role, you will work under the direct supervision of the Midwest Bridge Department Manager with a focus on highway, railway and transit structures including bridge, culverts and retaining walls.

Project types will be diverse and include repair, rehabilitation and new construction for clients such as INDOT, IDOT, CDOT, WisDOT, Tollway, Metra and CTA.

What a day at EXP has in store for you

• Lead the structural design for all project types, including complex bridge designs.
• Lead the planning and schematic / geometric layout of new structures.
• Perform analysis and design calculations according to the applicable design codes; use computer programs as appropriate.
• Prepare plan drawings and details, construction specifications and design calculations.
• Lead or perform on-site inspection, analysis, and condition assessment of existing structures.
• Prepare cost estimates, perform life cycle cost analysis and load rating calculations.
• Perform construction administration functions including site visits, review of shop drawings and answering field related inquiries.
• Supervise and direct staff engineers and technicians to meet project deadlines as well as scope and budget requirements.
• Assist project managers with scoping and budgeting for structural work and be responsible for quality assurance of deliverables.

The Skills, Knowledge and Abilities We Seek

• 8+ years progressively responsible relevant experience
• MS in Civil Engineering Structures track required
• Licensed SE required
• Bridge Inspection experience, including NBIS certification, preferred but not required
• Prior experience with complex projects preferred
• Knowledge of bridge analysis, design and detailing as it pertains to DOT, Tollway, Metra, and local agencies and applicable design codes such as AASHTO and AREMA
• Experience with a variety of structural analysis software preferred
• Experience with FEM preferred but not required
• Proficient with Bentley’s MicroStation® software required; 3D experience preferred but not required
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to direct and supervise staff engineers and technicians