Bridge Design Project Engineer III - AECOM

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AECOM is seeking a Bridge Design Project Engineer III to be based in AECOM's Cleveland, Ohio office.

At AECOM, we’re delivering a better world. This role will provide the opportunity to directly support transformational projects including the Brent Spence Bridge Corridor project. This project is one of the largest highway infrastructure projects in the country and entails design and construction of existing bridge improvements and a new bridge crossing of the Ohio River between Cincinnati and Covington Kentucky, along with 8 miles of significant highway improvements. Design has begun and will extend over the coming years, providing a unique opportunity for multiple career-defining roles on the project. This is a world-class effort delivered by world-class people, come join the team with the power to uplift communities and improve people’s lives.

This position is a gateway to a rewarding career which will provide opportunities for professional and technical growth, as well as career advancement.

The job responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Prepare structural designs, plans, specifications and cost estimate for transportation structures including bridges, retaining walls, and drainage structures.

• Provide load rating analysis, rehabilitation concepts and structure type analysis evaluations.

• Use current engineering design software.

• Coordinate with other design teams and disciplines.

• Perform specific and limited portions of a broader assignment of an experienced engineer.

• Gather and correlate basic engineering data using established and well-defined procedures.

• Work on detailed or routine engineering assignments involving calculations and relatively simple tests.

• Propose approaches to solve new problems encountered.

• Identify discrepancies in results.

• Provide guidance to entry level engineers.

• Perform work in accordance with agreed upon budget and schedule with moderate supervision.

 Minimum Requirements:

• BS + 4 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.

• Ability to pass MVR check.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Professional engineering related work environment with heavy emphasis on design of highway bridges.

• PE licensure.

• 6+ years of demonstrated OhDOT bridge design project work 

• BS, MS and 6 + years of related experience.

• Knowledge of industry standard computer software such as OpenRoads and OpenBridge (highly preferred). Also, Civil3D, Microstation, LEAP Bridge Concrete, MDX, CSiBridge, STAAD, AASHTOWare etc.

• Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly, develop technical reports and document client communications.

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

• AECOM is interested in every qualified candidate eligible to work in the United States. Permanent residency sponsorship is available for current H1-B visa holders in the United States.

• Offered rate of compensation for Cleveland, Ohio (Ohio statewide) will be based on the individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The salary range for this position is $105,000.00 - $130,000.00

About AECOM

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, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absence, voluntary benefits, perks, U.S. and global well-being programs, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

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 $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. 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.