Company Description

We are Olsson, a team-based, purpose-driven engineering and design firm. Our solutions improve communities, and our people make it possible.

Our most meaningful asset is our people, and we are dedicated to providing an environment where they can continue to learn, grow, and thrive. Our entrepreneurial spirit is what has allowed us — and will continue to allow us — to grow. The result? Inspired people, amazing designs, and projects with purpose.

Our Bridge group works on a wide range of projects including bridge and retaining walls, dams, storm and traffic structures, inspections, rehabilitations, load ratings, and assisting with construction engineering services. We facilitate designs on transportation projects that include grade separations, interchanges, and stream crossings for public and private clients throughout the Midwest.

As a Senior Engineer, you will spreadhead technical excellence, serving as the lead engineer and trusted advisor on intricate projects. Your responsibilities will extend to providing high-level technical design, overseeing quality assurance/control, and managing projects with a keen eye on scope, schedule, and budget. You will not only review contracts and champion efficiency in producing top-notch work but will also curate technical resources, fostering an environment of continuous improvement. There will also be opportunity to provide guidance to less experienced staff, contribute to team building, and engage in client relations.

Primary Responsibilities

Provides high-level project design and review of project documents and design quality for complex projects.

Serves as a technical specialist, applying advanced engineering concepts and developing approaches to solve for complexities.

Performs QA/QC and ensures delivery of completed designs meets quality standards and project objectives.

Conducts research in areas of considerable scope and complexity.

Advises and directs staff on design approaches to fulfill project requirements.

Works collaboratively to promote efficiencies and produce high quality work.

Contributes to the development of standards and/or guidelines for engineering activities within the team.

Supervises, mentors, and reviews technical assignments of less experienced staff.

Qualifications

You are passionate about:

Working collaboratively with others.

Having ownership in the work you do.

Using your talents to positively affect communities.

You bring to the team:

Strong communication skills both written and verbal

Ability to contribute and work well on a team

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Master's degree, or in pursuit, a plus

8+ years of relevant engineering experience

Must be a registered Professional Engineer (PE)

Experience with AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design

Experience with bridge analysis and design programs (LARSA, LEAP Bridge Expertise, Lpile, SPColumn, or MDX)

Expertise with DOT bridge projects

Familiarity with MicroStation software

Actual compensation will vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, geographic location, skills, education, and internal equity.

Colorado Pay Range$126,000—$173,000 USDAdditional Information

Olsson is a nationally recognized, employee-owned firm specializing in planning and design, engineering, field services, environmental, and technology. Founded in 1956 on the very mindset that drives us today, we're here to improve communities by making them more sustainable, better connected, and more efficient. Simply put, we work to leave the world better than we found it.

As an Olsson employee, you'll receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.), plus you'll:

Become an owner in the company after your first year through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities

Receive an excellent 401(k) match

Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles

Benefit from a bonus system that rewards performance

Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements

Please note: The benefits listed above apply to full-time employees. If you're applying for an , you can learn more about -specific offerings and experiences at Olsson by visiting https://www.olsson.com/internships.

Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, , veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of , , , , , , , , , , military status, or other protected status.

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