Bridge Engineer

Job description

Bridge Engineer

About SYSTRA IBT

SYSTRA International Bridge Technologies (IBT) is an engineering firm solely dedicated to bridge engineering. We offer specialized engineering services in all facets of bridge design, construction, and maintenance.

Our niche bridge types include steel-concrete composite and all concrete cable-stayed structures, extradosed structures, and segmental concrete bridges. We are a world leader in metro and high-speed rail elevated guideway design. We emphasize the importance of producing bridges tailor-designed for their site that are constructible and economical without sacrificing elegance. We aim to develop cost-saving concepts with well-conceived construction methods, selecting suitable materials based on cost-effectiveness.

Our bridge projects have been built in the United States, Canada, Panama, Australia, India, Jamaica, Mexico, Taiwan, and in the Middle East. We have offices located in Canada, the United States and the Middle East.

SYSTRA IBT is part of the SYSTRA group, an international consulting and engineering group, a world leader in the design of transport infrastructures.

Overall responsibilities

As a Bridge Engineer at SYSTRA IBT, you will be required to perform engineering calculations and to check and assist in the production of bridge documentation in the form of reports and drawings with guidance from senior engineering staff. Additionally, you’ll provide coordination assistance and support to the project management staff for the projects you’re involved on ensuring smooth communication among project stakeholders. You will also eventually participate in conducting field observations and reviews to monitor construction progress and evaluate compliance with design documentation and construction quality procedures.

Role and responsibilities

Engineering:

• Interpret design criteria, reports and plans.
• Complete detailed analysis of structures under guidance from senior engineering staff.
• Prepare professional design calculations in accordance with design criteria, relevant codes (CAN/CSA, AASHTO) and engineering principles.
• Perform field reviews and site visits at construction sites.
• Prepare sketches documenting design.
• Coordinate drafting of plans with CAD technicians.
• Review and provide mark-ups of plans to achieve a high quality of project documentation.
• Monitor compliance of construction activities with design documentation.
• Review construction quality records.
• Other related tasks.

Design coordination:

• Coordinate the design process across various disciplines.
• Liaise with clients, design teams, contractors, and other relevant parties.
• Facilitate communication and resolve design-related issues.
• Ensure accuracy and adherence to project requirements in design deliverables.
• Review and manage design changes as needed.
• Other related tasks.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent.

Years of experience: 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in bridge design, coordination/quality assurance of design submittals, and coordination of field reviews, shop drawings and requests for information.

Professional engineer license: Registered or eligible to register with Engineers and Geoscientists BC as an Engineer-in-Training or Professional Engineer.

Technical competencies:

• Solid knowledge of the principles, concepts, and practices of project management and project reporting, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation.

• Experience with preparing and interpreting structural design criteria, drawings, reports and plans.

• Site experience on infrastructure construction projects, particularly performing field reviews, is an asset.
• Knowledge of bridge design principles and practices. A strong understanding of structural analysis methods and experience with precast/prestressed concrete is an asset.
• Knowledge of health, safety and security best practices, to ensure a safe working environment. Formal training is an asset.
• Experience in site inspection/observation.
• Experience in the railway industry is an asset.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience working on collaborative and/or Design-Build projects.

Personal & soft skills:   

• Effective communication, coordination and teamworking skills.
• Outstanding attention to detail and analytical ability.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, within tight deadlines and schedules.
• Willingness and availability to travel as needed.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.

Employment terms and conditions

Contract nature : Permanent

Location : Vancouver, BC

Division : SYSTRA IBT

Reports to : Management Team

Remuneration : The salary range for this position is $85,000-$95,000 per year. The exact salary will be determined based on various factors, including but not limited to: education, relevant and demonstrated work experience in the role, skills, qualifications, certifications, competencies and other relevant criteria.

Note :

This job description is intended to provide an indication of the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other essential functions to be carried out as part of fulfilling the role mentioned in the job title. Various other duties will apply as required.

SYSTRA IBT is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that values applications from all and offers employment equity based on the merits and abilities of candidates and personnel.