Time Project Engineer Jobs in Webster, MA (NOW HIRING)

Description

BETA Group, Inc is looking to bring on a Structural Project Engineer to join our growing team. This role will help to expand the structural team. The candidate will have the opportunity to lead bridge and culvert projects for MassDOT, RIDOT, and other state agencies.  In addition, they will design structures for municipalities, oversee the preparation of contract plans and documents, and mentor junior staff. The projects BETA works on offers a wide variety of opportunities to broaden your skillset and gain valuable experience.

Responsibilities:

• Contribute to the preparation of bridge and structural design documents, including design calculations, AutoCAD plans, specifications, and quantities
• Provides technical engineering expertise to project manager and/or client to ensure the project complies with all engineering standards, codes, specifications, and design instructions
• Plans, schedules, conducts, and/or coordinates detailed phases of assigned project work
• Analyze new and existing concrete gravity dams, arch dams, buttress dams, spillways, powerhouses, intake towers, penstocks, dam gates, and similar structures for stresses, stability, and performance under extreme loads
• Develop and evaluate alternatives for new facilities and upgrades to existing projects
• Complete detailed design calculations and prepare contract documents and technical specifications
• Prepare formal written reports, give presentations, and participate in internal and client meetings
• Coordinates plans, schedules, and detailed phases (scopes of work, budgets, and milestones) of assigned project work
• Engage junior staff by piloting structural inspections with field crews
• Collaborate across internal disciplines and office locations

Preferred location is BETA's Lincoln, RI office. Candidates should have flexibility to work from our other office locations. BETA also offers a hybrid work schedule, allowing employees to request working remotely up to 2 days per week.

Growth Opportunities:

• BETA encourages and promotes employee advancement and career development
• Leads to potential advancement to more senior technical positions and project management

Requirements

Required Experience/Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering
• Massachusetts or Rhode Island Professional Engineer (PE) License 
• 8+ years of bridge design or related engineering experience
• MASSDOT/RIDOT design experience 
• Strong background in structural analysis and theory
• Strong technical and critical thinking skills with excellent attention to detail
• Strong AutoCAD skills
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Enthusiasm to learn and willingness to take on responsibility
• Willing to work in a collaborative team environment 
• Must be able to lift/move objects weighing up to 40 pounds
• Must be able to perform field work in both hot and cold weather (rain and/or snow) 
• Must be able to stand or sit for long periods of time 
• Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation 

Preferred Experience/Skills:

• Finite element analysis skills
• Culvert experience

About BETA:

BETA Group, Inc. is a New England based consultant engineering firm and leader in the fields of transportation, traffic, structural, civil/site, and water/wastewater engineering; landscape architecture; urban design and planning; GIS/asset management; environmental sciences and permitting; and construction services. BETA is 100% employee-owned and offers an exceptional compensation and benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Additional Voluntary Life Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Medical & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Tuition Assistance
• Professional Development
• Employee Engagement Program
• 401(k) Plan with annual 401k match

BETA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants must be eligible for employment in the USA without sponsorship.