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Bridge Structural Engineer, WMATA

Bridge Structural Engineer, WMATA

M&J Engineering

Arlington, VA • On-site

$103.50 - $126.50/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 18 days ago

Job description

Overview
M&J Engineering, P.C. is a quality provider of multi-discipline consulting services with over 300 employees. Since its inception in 2004, M&J has grown into diversified provider of engineering, construction management, construction inspection, technology, and environmental services to a broad range of clients, including federal, state and city/local agencies, private owners, architects, engineers and contractors.
M&J Engineering is a leader in construction management and inspection, ITS, mechanical, electrical, wastewater, water supply, tunnel airport, port, marine/coastal, environmental engineering, and design-build services for both new infrastructure projects and renovations.
We are hiring a qualified Structural/Bridge Engineer to provide staff augmentation services for a project within WMATA's Department of Track & Structures Maintenance (TRST). The selected candidate will support in-house engineering efforts including bridge load rating analyses for 82 bridges and the design of Structural Package B, which includes 23 bridges. Additional responsibilities include rehabilitation of parking garages and aerial structures, and engineering support for various WMATA offices such as Plant Maintenance (PLNT), Elevators and Escalators Services (ELES), and Metro Parking Operations.
The engineer will work primarily from a home office and perform structural design, drawing and specification reviews, CAD work, bridge inspections, tunnel/station inspections, and peer reviews of inspection reports. The candidate will act as the Structural Engineer of Record and must be professionally registered in Maryland, Virginia, or the District of Columbia.
Minimum 5 years of experience in structural design and construction support, with opportunities available at both Junior (5+ years) and Senior (15+ years) levels depending on qualifications and experience.
Responsibilities
  • Perform engineering design, analysis, condition assessments, and inspection services for:
    • Bridge rehabilitation
    • Tunnel rehabilitation
    • Station and parking structure rehabilitation
    • Shaft and retaining wall rehabilitation
    • Bridge load ratings and inspections
    • Parking garage and tunnel/station structural inspections
  • Review inspection reports and provide civil/structural design or review as assigned
  • Produce all CAD work for designs
  • Attend weekly meetings at WMATA Headquarters
  • Prepare and distribute correspondence, memoranda, and action lists
  • Sign or seal engineering documents as required
  • Perform other project-related duties under the direction of the WMATA Task Manager

Qualifications
    • Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering
    • Minimum 5 years of experience in AASHTO bridge or building structural design
    • PE license in MD, VA, or DC
    • Experience as Engineer of Record
    • Proficiency in AutoCAD and structural design tools
    Preferred Qualifications
    • 8+ years of experience as Engineer of Record
    Salary Range:
  • Junior (5+ years, EIT): $54-$66/hr
  • Senior (15+ years, PE): $103.50-$126.50/hr

Apply for this position through this job post/ATS or email your resume to recruit@mjengineers.com.
*Third-party recruiters and agencies need not apply. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Any unsolicited resume received will be considered a gift and will not obligate us to pay any referral fee.
Benefits
M&J is a leader in providing quality engineering consulting services to a diverse and exciting client base. We attract experienced professionals who understand proactive client service, safety, risk management and loss prevention practices, quality control, teamwork, and the development of younger staff. We seek employees who enjoy their work, desire continuous improvement, and want to contribute to the vision and growth of a quality, employee-owned, professional firm. To all full-time employees we provide a comprehensive package of benefits, including medical, dental and eye insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, etc. Salary will depend on experience and credentials.
M&J bases its employment and personnel decisions on the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity, with the intent to further the Company's Affirmative Action commitment. M&J does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, employment status, veteran or military status, or any other category protected by law. Our Company vigorously pursues opportunities to recruit and develop job candidates who have the desire and potential for becoming qualified employees through our Affirmative Action Plan.

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