What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Bridge Engineer position at Pennoni?
Pennoni Associates is currently seeking a Staff Bridge Engineer to perform the following, but not limited to:
- Lead development of structural monitoring projects that includes bridge structural monitoring and building monitoring.
- Building monitoring is frequently in response to construction activity and includes vibration, noise, tilt, and deformation monitoring.
- Bridge structural monitoring is comprehensive and supports indefinite preservation of signature bridges.
- Conduct finite element analysis of complex bridges using CSiBridge, SAPP2000, ABACUS and other finite element modeling software for refined load rating.
- Assist with bridge design, bridge inspection and load rating tasks associated with transportation improvement projects, bridge replacement/rehabilitation projects, NBIS bridge safety inspections, locally administered transportation projects, highway, and bridges projects for a variety of clients. including PennDOT, SEPTA, DRPA, DRJTBC, MDOT SHA, MDTA, VDOT and DCDOT, local municipalities and agencies in the Mid-Atlantic Region.
- Opportunity to work with challenging structural projects using 3-D BIM (bridge information modeling) platforms.
Required Attributes
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EIT certification is required and eligible for taking the Professional Engineer’s examine within 12 months of joining Pennoni.
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Background in structural performance monitoring and instrumentation of bridges and buildings.
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Experience in finite element analysis using CSiBridge and other model software.
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Experience in refined load rating using data from structural instrumentation.
- 4-7 years experience.
Preferred Attributes
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Professional Engineer License.
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Experience in the analysis of complex steel and concrete bridges, bascule span, swing span and lift span bridge performance using global structural monitoring data.
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Refined load rating conforming to the AASHTO Bridge Evaluation Manual.
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Experience in the development of MATLAB and Python code for the analysis of structural performance data.
Why Pennoni?
At Pennoni, we're not just another multi-disciplinary engineering firm; we're a vibrant team of innovators shaping the future! Founded more than five decades ago, Pennoni is an ENR Top 500 consulting engineering firm where individuality sparks innovation and growth. We’re all about helping you build your career while fostering a great workplace culture – here, you'll work with supportive, talented teammates and find pride in your contributions. Join us to be part of a team that values your unique skills and drives excellence in every project!
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