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Structural Engineer -Transportation

Job in Charleston, Charleston County, South Carolina, 29408, USA
Listing for: CDM Smith
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-11
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Civil Engineering, Structural Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Structural Engineer 7-Transportation

Job Description

With high-level goals provided, the candidate will lead teams to provide structural analyses, design, and final bridge construction plans for prestressed concrete, reinforced concrete, and structural steel bridges according to the latest SCDOT and AASHTO design criteria. Extensive experience with producing final bridge construction plans for SCDOT as well as seismic design experience required for this position. Directs the development of models, drawings, and specifications.

Able to arrange/layout structural systems and elements for strength, stability, constructability, and construction economy. Reviews design calculations and quantity calculations for compliance with SCDOT design criteria. Coordinates bridge design with other engineering disciplines. Ensures that firm policies and practices are followed on all designs. Collaborates with sales staff to create proposals in response to current and potential client requests for proposal (RFPs).

Reviews draft proposals for adherence to firm, industry, state, local and federal regulations and best practices. Meets with current and potential future clients to review their current and future design needs. May attend conferences, symposia, etc. to improve the visibility of the firm's products and services in collaboration with applicable sales staff. Collaborates with clients and government officials to clarify technical questions and provides updates to project management as necessary.

Performs other duties as required. Provides technical guidance and training to more junior staff. Mentors more junior staff and develops them for future growth within the discipline and firm. Supervises the work of junior engineers on project work.

Job Title

Structural Engineer 7-Transportation

Group

TSO

Certification/License Requirements

Professional Engineer

Employment Type

Regular

Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Civil, Architectural or Structural Engineering or related discipline.
  • Professional engineering (PE) license.
  • 12 years of related experience.
  • Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands.
  • Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Master's degree in Civil Engineering/Structural
  • Registered Professional Engineer (PE) in South Carolina
  • Working knowledge of CSI Bridge Seismic Modeling/Analysis
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EEO Statement

We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Job Site Location

South Carolina - Statewide

Amount of Travel Required

5%

Assignment Category

Fulltime-Regular

Visa Sponsorship Available

No - We will not support sponsorship, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position

Background Check and Drug Testing Information

CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as “CDM Smith”) reserves the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. In addition, CDM Smith may conduct drug testing for designated positions. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment has been made in the United States.

The timing of when background checks will be conducted…

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