What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tennessee Bridge Lead position at Neel-Schaffer, Inc.?
NASHVILLE, TN
Neel-Schaffer is an Engineering News-Record Top 200 Design firm that operates 39 offices across nine states. The firm offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits, including health care and a matching 401(k) savings plan.
We are seeking applications from qualified candidates to fill the the role of dynamic and experienced Tennessee Bridge Lead who will work in our Nashville Office and oversee all structural engineering efforts in Tennessee. In this pivotal role, you will have the unique opportunity to lead and mentor a growing team of talented engineers, driving the success of numerous high-impact projects. Your leadership will be instrumental in shaping the future of our structural engineering initiatives, not only within Tennessee but also across multiple states.
The ideal Tennessee Bridge Lead candidate will have demonstrated design experience for bridges, culverts, and retaining wall structures, along with leadership skills to work and lead within a team environment of engineers and technicians on various types of structural projects. Job duties for Tennessee Bridge Lead will include supervision and training of staff in the structural discipline, load rating, shop drawing review, quality control, and communication with project teams and clients.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead all structural engineering efforts in Tennessee.
- Oversee structural projects in Tennessee, including traditional and alternative delivery.
- Collaborate with a large bridge group within the company.
- Facilitate work sharing across the organization, contributing to over 100 active projects within the structures group.
- Partner with leadership, business development, and marketing teams to assist in pursuing projects across Tennessee.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering.
- Licensed Professional Engineer in Tennessee or ability to obtain Tennessee PE within 6 months.
- 10 – 20 years of progressive bridge/structural design experience.
- Strong verbal communication and analytical skills.
- Experience in Microstation, Geopak and/or Open Roads Designer.
- Experience in structural analysis software such as Conspan, Merlin, Leap Steel, CSI Bridge or other similar bridge design software.
- Familiar with DOT Design Guidelines and Standards, AASHTO LRFD Design Guidelines.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office products.
- Valid driver’s license.
Equal Opportunity Employer