Structural Engineering Specialist

STV is seeking Structural (Bridge) Engineering Specialist for our Austin, TX office. Candidates will perform routine bridge design project work, prepare field notes and reports, assist with bridge assessments, and repair options, and provide support in production of bridge designs and plans. The responsibilities will have a mix of field and office work. Applicant must possess strong technical skills, verbal and written communication skills, the ability to travel for projects as needed, and be able to work with a team.

• Familiar with AASHTO, AISC and ACI design codes

• Experience on Texas DOT projects

• TxDOT design manuals and standards,

• CAD packages like Open Bridge Modeler, MicroStation and ORD.

Primary responsibilities will include:

• Perform structural engineering calculations and calculate load ratings.

• Prepare and/or check design calculations for new and existing bridges, retaining walls, culverts and other structures related to transportation.

• Assist with preparation of construction documents, including drawings and specifications.

• Coordinate with project manager on schedule and activities.

Preferred Skills/Certifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil or Structural Engineering.

• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification.

• FHWA-NHI Certification 130055 Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges.

• Excellent verbal and written communications skills, attention to detail and the ability to work in a team environment.

• Understanding of structural analysis and design of steel, concrete, and pre-stressed concrete.

• Use and understanding of structural analysis and design software, such as Open Bridge Designer, LARSA, Leap Bridge, CSI Bridge, and STAAD.

Compensation Range:

STV offers the following benefits • Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account • Dental insurance • Vision insurance • Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable) • Disability insurance • Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment • 401(k) Plan • Retirement Counseling • Employee Assistance Program • Paid Time Off (starting at 16 days) • Paid Holidays (9 days) • Back-Up Dependent Care (up to 10 days per year) • Parental Leave (up to 80 hours) • Continuing Education Program • Professional Licensure and Society Memberships

STV is committed to paying all of its employees in a fair, equitable, and transparent manner. The listed pay range is STV’s good-faith salary estimate for this position. Please note that the final salary offered for this position may be outside of this published range based on many factors, including but not limited to geography, education, experience, and/or certifications.

Not sure this role is the perfect match? We encourage you to apply if STV’s work and values resonate with you. We know great candidates don’t always meet every qualification, and research shows women and people of color are less likely to apply unless they do. At STV, we believe strong talent comes from a wide range of backgrounds, and your skills and experience may align with this or another opportunity as we continue to grow.