Bridge Engineer

Joining Arup

Arup's purpose, shared values, and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

At Arup, our innovative spirit compels us to express our ingenuity in unique ways -developing many of the world's most innovative and sustainable buildings, transport and civil engineering projects. Arup is a global engineering and consulting firm of 12,000 creative minds. Our integrated approach to engineering and design brings together the best engineers to meet our clients' needs.

We solve the world's most complex problems and deliver what seems impossible, with curiosity and creativity! We're a thriving and growing organisation which offers you many possibilities to shape a better world, and your future!

Our LA office is seeking a Bridge Engineer with experience in railroad, highway and pedestrian bridge design and to support our infrastructure and rail activities in the region. The hired candidate will join a multidisciplinary team of engineers.

The Opportunity

• Preliminary and detailed design of new bridges, culverts, retaining walls and other civil structures
• Preliminary and detailed rehabilitation design of existing bridges, culverts and retaining walls
• Inspection of existing bridges, culverts and retaining walls and preparation of reports
• Analysis and design of structural systems and components using industry standard structural design software, including seismic design criteria, and preparation of formal design calculation packages
• Preparation of drawing markups for CAD production and review of CAD drawings
• Preparation of construction specifications and tender documentation
• Quantity calculations and cost estimating
• Technical reports and proposal writing
• Attend meetings with client to present deliverables, review design issues and carry out overall project coordination
• Coordinate work with engineers of other disciplines
• Project and team administration duties
• Commercial / financial awareness
• Work on defined tasks under the close supervision of a senior engineer

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective - in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas.

You will have the opportunity to do socially useful work that has meaning - to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve.

Is this role right for you?

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
• Licensed or on track for licensure as a Professional Engineer
• 4+ years of experience with prior work done on infrastructure/bridge projects
• Design experience with applicable bridge design codes, notably CHBDC and AREMA
• Experience with the design of new bridges, rehabilitation of existing structures, and overall understanding of bridge engineering practice and current technologies
• Working knowledge of MTO manuals, policies and procedures and OPSS/D; experience with CPS would be an asset
• Proficiency with structural design and analysis software with bridge engineering applications; experience with MIDAS and Advance Design would be an asset
• Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Experience in OSIM inspections and/or construction supervision would be an asset
• Rail and/or Highway related design experience would be an asset
• Strong communication skills essential for team-based working
• Motivated and willing to take on new challenges

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What we offer you

At Arup, we care about each member's success, so we can grow together.

Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognizes the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive - through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup's legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

Benefits at Work - At Arup, we have a comprehensive and valuable benefits program that works for our employees and their families while keeping costs low. These benefits provide health and welfare security for you as well as paid time off for rest and renewal. As a member of Arup, everyone shares in our success through a global profit share scheme (payments are dependent on the firm's financial performance). Our Global Profit Share Plan (paid bi-annually) provides an opportunity for you to share in the success of the Firm. As a valued employee of Arup, you can also choose to participate in our 401(k) plan with up to 10% company match to help you save for your future

Flexible Working - We believe that flexible arrangements create a more inclusive way of working that supports our diversity and the wellbeing of our people. Options for alternative schedules and the ability to work outside of the office for a portion of your workweek are available

Los Angeles Hiring Range - The good faith base salary hiring range for this job if performed in Los Angeles is $90,000 to $95,000 per year. This range is commensurate with experience, educational background, and skill level. Benefits are not included in the base salary. Please note hiring ranges for candidates performing work outside of Los Angeles will differ.

Different People, Shared Values

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you're pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas - this drives our excellence.

Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion - we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup.

Our Application Process

We will be reviewing our candidates for this position on a rolling basis. Once you have applied you will be evaluated and potentially moved on to the next round, at which point a member of the talent resourcing team will reach out to you directly.

Arup is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, spouse of a protected veteran, or disability.

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