Bridge Engineer (Entry-Level)

Company Description

At Coffman Engineers, we serve as both prime consultant and subconsultant on projects large and small. The markets we serve include commercial, institutional, government, industrial, healthcare, energy services, and more. Incorporated in 1979, we have employees in more than 23 locations serving clients across the United States and overseas.

Our broad range of markets, clients, and services, coupled with industry-leading talent, provides unique and exciting opportunities to grow as professionals, serve clients, and make a difference in our communities. To meet client objectives, we work in teams comprised of civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, fire protection, industrial, energy, acoustics, and a variety of other specialty services. Our collaborative approach fosters innovation, technical excellence, and value-based solutions for our clients. It also makes Coffman a great place to work.

Job Description

Our mission is simple: To empower our team to deliver innovative engineering solutions focused on our clients’ success. As a Bridge Engineer at Coffman Engineers, you’ll be part of a collaborative, creative, and high-performing team that believes in making a difference for our clients and our communities. You’ll experience a culture where your growth and contributions truly matter.

This position will assist in managing, designing, and detailing bridge projects of a variety of sizes and complexities. The candidate will have the ability to network with clients of a diverse culture of private, local, state, and federal agencies. 

The work is predominantly office based. However, some work in the field will be required at times.  Working in a variety of environments with the appropriate safety procedures and equipment may include working at heights, confined spaces, near highway vehicle traffic and ariel lift platforms.

Qualifications

• A four-year degree in Civil/Structural Engineering with an emphasis in bridge engineering or a related field from an ABET accredited university
• Master’s Degree in Structural Engineering preferred.
• Registration as an Engineer-in-Training (EIT)
• 0-3 years of experience
• Internship in the structural design of bridges and/or buildings and similar structures preferred.
• Successful completion of the following: structural/bridge engineering course work (preferred): Prestressed Design, Reinforced Concrete Design, Steel Design, Structural Dynamics or Earthquake Engineering, Foundation Design, Timber Design.
• Experience with AASHTO Bridge Design Specifications and any Department of Transportation (WSDOT, IDT or ODOT) bridge design, bridge standard details, bridge design manuals or construction standards and protocols (preferred)
• Experience with computer analysis software systems including AutoCAD, PGSuper, Risa 3D, MathCAD, and Bluebeam Revu (preferred)
• Experience working as part of a multi-discipline design team (preferred)
• Excellent leadership, supervisory, and writing and verbal communication skills
• Self-motivated and eager to learn.

Salary range: $74,000-$81,000.

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

Additional Information

Why You Want to Work Here

You could choose to work anywhere, so why work at Coffman Engineers? Because we are different – our culture sets us apart. Simply stated, we are a group of creative, high-performing people who like working together and believe that what we do makes a difference. Employees say that it feels like working with a group of friends in a small office while enjoying the benefits and perks of working for a large firm. Our culture is not the only thing that makes us different, but it drives everything we do.

Coffman offers comprehensive benefits, including a flexible PTO program and a fun office environment. Our downtown Spokane office is located near RiverPark Square and close to a variety of shops and restaurants. Whether it is delivering the best possible service to our clients or competing in an office-wide ping-pong competition, we welcome the dedicated and the driven. Join us.

Don’t take our word for it. Check out what others are saying:

Glassdoor Reviews: http://www.glassdoor.com/Reviews/Coffman-Engineers-Reviews-E409809.htm

Coffman at a Glance

• 47 years in business
• 850 employees serving clients throughout the U.S. and overseas from more than 23 locations
• Multi-discipline engineering services plus corrosion control, commissioning, and project/construction management
• #34 Top 80 Engineering Firms, Building Design Construction, 2022
• #29 Zweig Group Hot Firm List, Zweig Group, 2021
• #157 Top 500 Design Firms, Engineering News-Record, 2023, 2024
• Voted #2 Best Place to Work!

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Equal Opportunity Statement

This position is direct with Coffman Engineers; we are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of any status protected under federal, state, or local law.

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