Engineer – Civil/Structural

The Opportunity

Ulteig is seeking a Civil/Structural Engineer who acts as a fully competent engineer and performs work involving the application of engineering principles and practices to join our bridge team. We believe our personnel are the foundation of successful project delivery and client satisfaction with a strong emphasis on culture and work-life balance. A successful candidate will be able to execute complex assignments under minimal supervision, prioritize work tasks to meet scheduled delivery dates, and successfully manage multiple projects simultaneously. The candidate will assist in providing oversight and/or technical support to less experienced engineers and EITs supporting team development. The candidate will also have the opportunity to perform the NBIS bridge inspection, structural analysis of highway structures, assist with business development and develop client relationships. Qualified candidates can work from any Ulteig office location, but remote locations will be considered.

What You'll Do

• Apply current, standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria to complete engineering tasks, and support other civil design workflows as necessary on a case-by-case basis.
• Develop plans, specifications, and observation reports that are complete, accurate, and in accordance with municipality requirements.
• Recommend alterations to development criteria and design features to improve quality.
• Work closely with and guide engineering technicians and design engineers.
• Rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish project goals.

• Is technically involved with the resolution of design problems including performing field investigations/observations
• Check design computations performed by the internal civil design team when appropriate.
• Prepare reports and correspondence concerning the direction of assigned projects.

• Review plans and specifications for constructability, safety, and risk management considerations.
• Maintain accurate field notes and record drawings.
• Work on projects associated with multiple State DOTs.
• Work closely with project managers, senior engineers, and other team members to ensure successful project delivery with assigned responsibility for the administration of engineering projects
• Work with clients to understand nuanced technical needs and identify the est feasible solution(s).
• Support marketing, sales, and business development activities within assigned markets.
• Participate in team development/recruiting activities
• May work in the office or the field with up to 50% travel

What We Expect from You

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Master's degree preferred
• PE license required
• Minimum of 5 years engineering experience is preferred
• Previous experience working with or for infrastructure projects is highly preferred
• Familiarity with design specifications including AAHSTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications is preferred
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D or MicroStation
• Experience using bridge/structural design software such as OpenBridge Designer, LEAP Bridge, or RISA-3D/STAAD preferred
• Experience in bridge load ratings and AASHTOWare Bridge rating BrR
• Maintains positive client relationships
• Independently completes assigned tasks with minimal supervision
• Actively manages individual workload
• Driven toward team success and professional growth
• Effectively assists in training and mentoring team members
• National Highway Institute (NHI) coursework (Fracture Critical, Underwater Bridge Inspection, etc.) certification is preferred
• Excellent verbal/written communication
• Excellent time management skills
• Superior interpersonal and organizational skills
• Must be willing to travel
• Must have permanent authorization to work in the US
• Pass pre-employment substance abuse screening and background check

As you consider applying for a position at Ulteig, we encourage you to think outside the box – because we do! You might not meet 100% of the skills listed in a description, but we are committed to hiring people with exceptional talent, ability and potential, and then creating an environment where they can become the best versions of themselves. We don’t want to miss out on the possibility of speaking with the next outstanding Ulteig team member, so please apply if you think this role is a great match for your unique skills and strengths. And, yes, relevant military experience is absolutely considered for transitioning service members.

What You Can Expect from Ulteig

Ulteig is a purpose-driven organization that has built a culture focused on people – both our clients and our employees –for over 80 years. Working at Ulteig is more than a job, opening opportunities to make an impact by creating and solving for a sustainable future. We recognize our success relies heavily on the dedication and focus of our workforce; this is why we make investing in our employees a top priority. We prioritize flexibility and staying connected to meet your needs and help you achieve your goals. We value your unique perspective, respect your individuality and celebrate your contributions. At Ulteig, we take our own success and the success of our clients personally.

We offer our team members:

• Flexible Workplace
• Employee Ownership
• Competitive Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Collaborative Environment
• Innovative Culture

Our vision is to be the most trusted partners transforming our world’s critical infrastructure. Ulteig connects people and resources to develop compelling, integrated solutions across multiple Lifeline Sectors®, including Power, Renewables, Transportation and Water. Ulteig is a trusted partner in engineering North America’s essential infrastructure and leverages its expertise with a wide range of public and private clients. 

At Ulteig, we care deeply about our team, listening to their needs and ensuring they have the tools necessary to be productive whether they choose to work remotely, hybrid or in office. Regardless of where you work, you are empowered to build a workday that best suits your strengths. We strive to ensure a balance and separation between home and work life. We support a flexible working schedule so employees are able to focus on what's important to them.

If you would like to be a part of a company that empowers their employees, apply today! 

Ulteig is a Drug-Free Workplace

 ACHIEVE | GROW | COLLABORATE

Additional Opportunity Details:
Target Base Compensation Range for this role is $91,000- $123,000
* Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary include your job-specific skills, education, training, job location, number of years of experience related to this role, and comparison to other employees already in this role

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 60 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

Notice to Recruiters and Staffing Agencies:  to protect the interests of all parties, Ulteig Engineers, Inc., will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate or an approved vendor that has a written and signed agreement in place with Ulteig. Please do not contact or forward resumes to our company employees or locations. Any unsolicited resumes will be considered Ulteig property. Ulteig is not responsible for any charges or fees related to unsolicited resumes.