What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Structural Engineer position at Volkert Inc?
Job Description
Job Description
Are we the bridge to your future?
Volkert is employee owned and a Top 100 design firm, committed to providing clients with creative solutions for sustainability, including improvements to infrastructure, the environment, and natural resources. Founded in 1925, Volkert is celebrating a century of serving our employees, clients, partners, and communities.
We are currently searching for an experienced Senior Structural Engineer focusing on bridge design and plan production. The ideal candidate will support our East Gulf region located in Tennessee.
What you’ll be doing :
- Lead and oversee bridge design projects from concept through completion, including analysis, design, and preparation of construction documents
- Manage the development of design plans, specifications, and calculations for various transportation and infrastructure projects
- Collaborate with internal teams, clients, and external stakeholders to ensure timely and successful project delivery
- Perform structural analysis using state-of-the-art software and apply engineering principles to solve complex design challenges
- Ensure compliance with Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) design standards, guidelines, and specifications
- Review and approve design plans, calculations, and construction documents for accuracy, completeness, and quality
- Mentor and provide technical leadership to junior engineers and staff.
- Conduct site visits and inspections to assess the condition of existing structures and to monitor construction progress
- Review contractor submittals and provide recommendations on materials, methods, and construction procedures
- Participate in meetings with clients, consultants, and regulatory agencies to discuss project requirements and progress
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry standards, best practices, and advancements in structural engineering technology
What you need to have :
Master’s degree in Structural Engineering from an ABET accredited university
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Volkert Perks :
The words from our Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer, Thomas A. Hand, PE, capture best how you can make an impact while working for Volkert.
For a century, Volkert has done meaningful work that improves our infrastructure and quality of life throughout our communities. We are proud of our one-hundred-year legacy and humbled by the opportunities ahead of us as we look forward to our next century of service. With our commitment to employee ownership and sustainable growth, you can build a career here that really makes a difference .”
Thomas A. Hand, PE, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer
Volkert does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies or fee-based recruitment services.
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