Structural Bridge Design Engineer

Overview

Kimley-Horn's Saint Paul, Minnesota (MN) office is seeking a Bridge Engineer with 4+ years of experience to join their Bridge Structures team. Kimley-Horn is looking for a motivated individual to contribute primarily to bridge design, while also having the opportunity to support in-service bridge inspections, load rating analyses, and various structural evaluations across Minnesota. Inspection and evaluation experience—or an interest in developing these skills—is considered a beneficial perk, not a requirement. Candidates who bring strengths in design and an openness to expanding into inspection will be well positioned for expanded responsibility and long term growth.

Responsibilities

• Serve in a technical role on bridge design projects
• Perform structural analysis, design, and planning on bridges and other transportation structures
• Develop full sets of structural drawings and technical specifications without guidance
• Projects could include bridge design, box culvert, and retaining wall design
• Train and mentor Engineers-In-Training (EITs) in structural engineering
• Perform structural design calculations, plan production activities, and prepare project document submittal packages, while maintaining a Quality Control program for the entire project
• Lead and provide support for construction phase efforts on building projects in structural engineering
• Support and participate in meetings and presentations with clients, contractors, and design team members
• Contribute to identifying project opportunities through networking with new and existing clients
• Conduct routine bridge safety inspections and prepare inspection documentation. 
• Perform bridge load ratings using established methodologies and tools. 
• Complete structural evaluations, including condition assessments and rehabilitation recommendations.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of relevant engineering design experience
• Experience with AASHTOWare BrR for bridge load rating analyses 
• Completion of NHI 130055 Safety Inspection of In Service Bridges training, or ability to obtain within 12 months
• Professional Engineering (P.E.) License (or ability to obtain within 12 months)
• Knowledge and experience in AutoCAD and OpenBridge with some ability to produce drawings and details, when needed
• Knowledge and experience in structural analysis and design software, such as STAAD, RAM, E-Tabs, MathCAD, TEDDS, ADAPT PT, and other structural related design software
• Strong sense of urgency and self-discipline to meet client deadlines
• Detail-oriented team player with an ability to contribute to a positive work environment
• Ability to multi-task and work on a variety of projects concurrently
• Excellent communication, leadership, and technical skills with a continuous mindset on personal and staff development
• Positive, can-do attitude and a strong work ethic    

Salary Range: $90,000 - $130,000

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Why Kimley-Horn?

At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients, and employees are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it— that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn’s placement on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 19 years!

Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn

• Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
• Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
• Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
• Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.

Responsibilities

- Serve in a technical role on bridge design projects
- Perform structural analysis, design, and planning on bridges and other transportation structures
- Develop full sets of structural drawings and technical specifications without guidance
- Projects could include bridge design, box culvert, and retaining wall design
- Train and mentor Engineers-In-Training (EITs) in structural engineering
- Perform structural design calculations, plan production activities, and prepare project document submittal packages, while maintaining a Quality Control program for the entire project
- Lead and provide support for construction phase efforts on building projects in structural engineering
- Support and participate in meetings and presentations with clients, contractors, and design team members
- Contribute to identifying project opportunities through networking with new and existing clients
- Conduct routine bridge safety inspections and prepare inspection documentation. 
- Perform bridge load ratings using established methodologies and tools. 
- Complete structural evaluations, including condition assessments and rehabilitation recommendations.