Bridge & Structures Designer (Entry level/early career professional)

DOWL • Eugene, OR • 3d ago

Description

Why DOWL?DOWL is a top-ranked, multi-disciplined consulting firm with over 60 years of experience in civil engineering and related services. Our in-house expertise spans Civil and Land Development, Construction-Related Services, Transportation and Structures, and Water and Environmental Services. At DOWL, you're valued. We support your growth, offer great benefits, and foster a culture of integrity, professionalism, and teamwork.

Bridges and Structures

With thousands of projects under our belt, we're proud to be a regional leader in concrete, steel, and timber bridges. Whether it is a single-span concrete bridge, a multiple-span curved steel girder bridge, or a historic bridge rehabilitation, our proven approach provides clients with creative, efficient solutions. Our structural design team offers decades of experience in both new and existing construction, specializing in public infrastructure and industrial structures. If you are inspired to create real-life structures stemming as far back as childhood when you created them out of popsicle sticks and rubber bands, we'd love you to be a part of our team!

Summary

Kickstart your engineering career as a Bridge and Structures Designer, where you'll gain hands-on experience in structural design and analysis under the guidance of experienced, licensed engineers. This entry-level role is perfect for individuals who are eager to learn, apply critical thinking, and grow their technical skills in a supportive, team-oriented environment. You'll tackle real-world challenges, contribute to a variety of infrastructure projects, and have the opportunity to explore tasks beyond structural engineering, including construction support, inspections, and broader civil engineering responsibilities. If you're ready to learn, take initiative, and build a strong foundation in engineering, we encourage you to apply and be part of a team that's shaping the future of infrastructure. This role may be based out of any of our DOWL Montana office locations (Billings, Bozeman, or Helena).

Job Responsibilities and Duties

To be successful in this position, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions .

Software

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) - Basic

Market Sector Software (MathCAD, AutoCAD or MicroStation) - Basic

Technical Expertise

Solid understanding of engineering fundamentals

Performs basic design tasks with oversight

Basic understanding of technical writing skills

Clear internal communications (emails, meeting minutes, etc.)

Teamwork

Works on structural design teams performing simple tasks with oversight.

Project Delivery

Prepares quantity calculations

Prepares structural calculations with oversight

Edits boilerplate special provisions

Develops contract plans and cost estimates with oversight

Understanding Budget and Schedule

Basic understanding of scope, schedules, and budgets for simple tasks (i.e., identify when things are taking longer than planned).

Industry Standards and Regulations

Basic understanding of standard design codes (AASHTO, ACI, AISC, etc.).

Client Interaction

Performs requested tasks with oversight. Seeks oversight before external communications.

Other

Other duties as assigned.

Level of Work/Accountability

Performs basic levels of technical work on projects in support of more experienced staff within the market sector. Operates with minimal autonomy - work is closely supervised by more senior staff.

Education and/or Experience

Bachelor's Degree required; Master's Degree preferred

Years of experience required: none

Years of experience required with advanced degree: none

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

EIT/EI required (within 6 months of hire)

Must have a valid driver's license and a good driving record

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and use hands. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision and ability to adjust focus. Position may include periodic site visits and inspection work on project sites.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.

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