Senior Structural Engineer – Bridges

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Job Description

AECOM is seeking a Senior Bridge Engineer to be based in Rocky Hill, CT. In this role, the ideal candidate will act as a Structures Design Lead for pursuits and projects. The individual will have overall responsibility for all structural aspects of these projects and inter-discipline coordination of all technical issues with other discipline leads from initial design through technical support during the construction phase. This position is an opportunity to work within a well-established and very successful group that offers a diverse range of projects, technical challenges and career development opportunities.

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Coordinate all structural engineering technical aspects of pursuits and projects with other disciplines and in support of the Project/Design Manager.

• Ensure the structural design is completed in accordance with the contract guidelines and design documents.

• Establish structural scope, work plan and work schedule in support of the Project Manager.

• Lead all elements of conceptual, preliminary and detailed final design of new bridges

• Comply with company’s safety awareness program and policies.

• Manage groups of engineers, designers and/or specialists towards development of structural design documents and contract deliverables with minimal guidance or supervision.

• Assure conformance with contractual obligations by ensuring that design documents are reviewed and approved prior to release to the client.

• Train, mentor and develop staff and support career growth opportunities for staff.

• Support marketing coordination and proposal preparation. Participate in proposal interviews.

• Ensure that QA/QC procedures are being implemented and ensure the technical quality of deliverables. Lead responses to client’s comments on structural design elements of the deliverables.

• Anticipate potential budget and schedule impacts and initiate plans for alternative actions.

• Incorporate innovation in design and delivery.

Examples of some of the projects we have worked on in this group include:

CTDOT Project 102-295 Replacement of I-95 over Saugatuck Avenue, Westport, CT:

• The bridge carrying I-95 over Saugatuck Avenue was replaced utilizing Accelerated Bridge Construction methods (ie. lateral slide). The new superstructures were constructed on temporary supports adjacent to the existing structure. The new abutments were constructed under the end spans of the existing bridge with limited vertical clearance. Over two separate weekend closures this past Fall, the preconstructed spans were slid into place, creating minimal disruption to I-95 traffic given the scale of the project.

CTDOT Project 135-301 MNR over Atlantic Street, Stamford, CT:

• The bridge carrying five (5) active Metro-North tracks was replaced using Accelerated Bridge Construction methods. The existing crossing was lengthened to accommodate a significant horizontal widening and vertical realignment of Atlantic Street. This award-winning project, successfully completed in 2020, included offsite superstructure prefabrication with movement to prepared substructures using self-propelled modular transporters (SPMT’s).

CTDOT Project 126-170 Commodore Hull Bridge Painting and Steel Repairs, Derby/Shelton, CT:

• The existing bridge comprised of twelve (12) steel girder approach spans and three (3) steel truss main spans was modeled using Midas Civil software. The complex 3D finite element model was used to support the as-inspected and as-repaired load ratings, develop steel repairs to the truss members, analyze gusset plate connections and provide timely support during construction.

Ongoing projects:

Currently the Rocky Hill, CT structures group is working on multiple major railroad bridge replacement projects along the Metro-North corridor.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering and ten (10) years of relevant experience in transportation structures or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education

• Professional Engineer (PE)

• Valid U.S. Driver’s License, and as a condition of employment must pass AECOM’s Motor Vehicle Records Review

Preferred Qualifications

• Twenty (20) years of related design experience

• Willing to obtain PE License reciprocity in the jurisdiction/s of the projects

• Master’s Degree in Structural Engineering

• Project experience with CTDOT and/or other State DOT’s

• Experience with alternative delivery methods or projects with early contractor involvement

Additional Information

Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Exempt Position: Offered rate of compensation (Connecticut locations only) will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The salary range for this position is $135,000 – $180,000.

AECOM is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits program to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D and disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absence, voluntary benefits, perks, wellness and global well-being, and global EAP, Business Travel, and Service Awards programs.

About AECOM

AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $13.1 billion in fiscal year 2022. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.

Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity

You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.

Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.

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

ReqID: J10100461

Business Line: Transportation

Business Group: DCS

Strategic Business Unit: East

Career Area: Engineering

Work Location Model: Hybrid