Structural Bridge Project Engineer
Benesch is seeking a Structural Bridge Project Engineer to join our Kansas division. This role involves working within a team of professionals to design, load rate, and inspect bridge structures, primarily for MoDOT and KDOT projects. The position offers a hybrid work schedule, with office locations in Kansas City, KS; Topeka, KS; Wichita, KS; Manhattan, KS; Lenexa, KS; and Kansas City, MO.
Key responsibilities include preparing and reviewing structural and geometrical calculations for bridge design projects, managing the compilation and coordination of plans, specifications, cost estimates, and pay items in accordance with DOT standards. The engineer will also prepare and review bridge load rating reports, plan and perform bridge and tunnel inspections, and coordinate these tasks with the Project Manager. Leading structural designers and inspectors on bridge design, load rating, and inspection projects is also a critical aspect of the role.
The ideal candidate will hold a B.S. Degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline and possess a PE License in Missouri and/or Kansas, or have the ability to obtain one. A minimum of 4 years of bridge design, load rating, and/or inspection experience is required. Preferred qualifications include successful completion of FHWA-NHI courses such as Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges, Fracture Critical Inspection Techniques for Steel Bridges, and Bridge Inspection Refresher Training. Experience working with MoDOT, KDOT, and/or municipalities is also desirable.
Benesch offers a comprehensive benefits package, including flexible work schedules, generous Paid Time Benefits (PTB) that increase with your career, and immediate use of annual PTB with the ability to bundle time-off plans for extended vacations or life events. The company also provides ten days of paid parental leave for birth, adoption, or foster placement. Retirement benefits include access to valuable retirement planning tools and potential contributions up to 9% of gross compensation to your retirement plan.
Joining Benesch means becoming part of a growing, multi-disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm dedicated to enhancing infrastructure and communities nationwide. The company prides itself on being responsive to client needs while offering exceptional resources and opportunities for professional development. Benesch is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where everyone feels valued and respected, encouraging candidates from varied backgrounds and worldviews to apply.