Senior Engineer

Essential Job Functions:

• Perform highway/structure engineering design functions without supervision and guidance, including engineering computations, specifications, cost estimates, checking, reviewing, report writing, etc.
• Directly assist Project Engineers and Work Group Leaders on all projects.
• Demonstrate and promote accountability.
• Conduct and/or assist in visits to project sites, project status meetings, and public meetings.
• Mentor less experienced staff.
• Assist in developing the skills and knowledge of coworkers.
• Assist with preparation of proposals, letters of interest, supplements, etc.
• Assist in preparation of specifications.
• Review design and/or shop drawings.
• Implement project work plan.
• Keep up to date with new design technology, construction equipment, and bridge design/construction advancements.
• Attend field views and meetings as required to provide technical input.
• Provide design support for workshare with other offices.
• May act as Work Group Leader on minor projects or portions of larger projects.
• May perform bridge inspection (structures group) as abilities permit.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of PennDOT and other clients' design manuals, procedures, specifications, standards, computer programs, applicable design codes, engineering software, and plan presentation format.
• Knowledge of company Design Procedures.
• Knowledge of technical report writing.
• Ability to use computer software and other online resources.
• Knowledge of Bentley MicroStation design software.
• Ability to perform complex design tasks independently.
• Assist in the preparation of specifications.
• Ability to perform Cross-Discipline Reviews.
• Ability to supervise other members of the design team.
• Ability to communicate with coworkers, clients, and the public in a courteous and professional manner.
• Ability to travel with infrequent overnight stays.
• Ability to check or review design and drawings of structural elements.
• Knowledge of construction techniques for highways/structures.
• Skilled in using word processing, spreadsheet applications, Bluebeam, and "MATHCAD."

Highway Specific:

• Ability to assemble Design Criteria, L/G/T, DFV design submissions.

Structure Specific:

• Ability to assemble Pro-Team, TS&L, and Foundation Submissions.

Bridge Inspection:

• Ability/experience to perform all Team Leader functions.

Education and Experience Required:

• BS degree in civil engineering.
• PE license and minimum four (4) years of progressively responsible design experience.

OR

• Minimum ten (10) years of progressively responsible design experience with no PE license.
• Attain training prerequisites according to company schedules.

Relationship to Others:

• Reports to Department Manager.
• Works with other Engineers, Inspectors, Designers, and Draftspersons.
• Receives assignments from Department Manager, Project Managers, and Project Engineers.
• Receives guidance from Work Group Leaders.
• Provides guidance to Engineers, Inspectors, Designers, and Draftspersons.