Freese and Nichols is seeking an experienced and skilled Bridge Engineer to perform PS&E bridge design. The ideal candidate will have experience performing all aspects of typical designs for bridge projects including for the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT). The office location is flexible with a preference for either Austin, Houston, Fort Worth, San Antonio, or San Marcos. As a Bridge Project Engineer, you will perform bridge designs for PS&E projects, provide quality control reviews for bridge PS&E design calculations and plans, and provide technical guidance for EIT’s performing bridge designs.

Responsibilities for this role include:

Performing the role of Bridge Engineer for PS&E projects following FNI processes and working with project teams to coordinate the designs.Coordinating with multiple disciplines as needed to design bridge projects.Collaborating with the bridge engineering team to ensure continuity, consistency, and quality.Reviewing internal and external bridge PS&E plans and documents for compliance with federal, state, and local design requirements to ensure quality submittals.Providing technical training for FNI staff in bridge design processes for developing high quality calculations, details, and submittals.Collaborating with internal stakeholders to develop high quality plans and production documents.
 

Qualifications

Required Credentials:

Bachelor of Science degree in Civil EngineeringProfessional Engineer Registration in Texas3+ years' experience in TxDOT bridge designStrong understanding of bridge engineering principles, construction techniques, and quality control standardsExcellent communication and coordination skills for engaging with project teams and clients

Additional Preferred Qualifications:

In-depth knowledge of TxDOT procedures, regulations, and documentation requirements for bridge PS&E

About Freese and Nichols

At the heart of our culture is our LEADS values (Learn continuously, Engage as family, Act with integrity, Deliver quality, and Serve always).  Each year, our employee engagement survey confirms that our leaders and our employees live our values.

We strive to be the firm of choice for clients and employees through innovative approaches, practical results, and outstanding service.  For more than 130 years, we have been planning and designing the infrastructure our communities need:  developing water supplies, designing roadways and bridges, preparing for natural disasters, and much more.

Besides our comprehensive benefits package (see more at https://www.freese.com/services/benefits-that-work/), we offer paid overtime for salaried employees, an annual bonus, and access to company cabins in Red River, New Mexico.  We are proud of our flexible work environment which includes a hybrid schedule with up to 40% of remote work, and an alternative work schedule program which provides a day off every other Friday.

Join our team of 1,200+ employees as we grow from Virginia to Colorado. Learn more about working here at https://www.freese.com/careers/.

Freese and Nichols is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based on his or her age, race, color, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, citizenship, or because he or she is an individual with a disability, protected veteran or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.

We recognize that our workforce reflects the increasingly diverse nature of our society, and we strive to take advantage of that diversity with both our external and internal customers. As a Federal Contractor, Freese and Nichols is an equal employment, affirmative action employer.

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