Entry Level Structural Designer

Overview

ABOUT THE POSITION

VHB is seeking an entry level Structural Designer to join the established and growing Structures group in our VT offices.  We are a dynamic, vibrant, and innovative team on the cutting edge with model-based bridge design.  Join us and be part of delivering interesting and challenging bridge projects in Vermont and New England.

We value creativity, innovation, and a robust work ethic. We foster an invigorating and supportive work environment that encourages personal and professional growth. Our team consists of members with a diverse range of project and personal experience working collaboratively to support one another.

Together, we design infrastructure that improves the safety and mobility of the traveling public while considering sustainability and environmental stewardship in the communities where we live, work, and play.

Responsibilities

• Perform design and detailing of a range of bridge types
• Perform inspections and load rating of vehicle, pedestrian, and railroad bridges
• Perform bridge scoping studies and alternatives analyses
• Utilize Bentley OpenBridge and OpenRoads software to prepare 3D designs for projects
• Calculate construction quantities and prepare cost estimates
• Develop construction contract documents and specifications

Skills and Attributes

• Effective and comfortable in a highly collaborative team environment
• Strong technical skills
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Self-motivated, positive attitude, and willing to take responsibility
• Excellent attention to detail and a strong commitment to quality
• Eager to learn and take on technical challenges

Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering
• 0-1 years of experience

We are VHB! We’re an inspired and innovative team of engineers, scientists, planners, and designers who partner with clients in the transportation, real estate, institutional, and energy industries, as well as federal, state, and local governments. Our work helps improve mobility, enhance communities, and contribute to economic vitality. We do this while balancing development and infrastructure needs with stewardship of our environment. 

Our people make us great! VHB provides a differentiating employee experience, which includes: 

• Diverse and inclusive culture of collaboration and innovation
• Opportunity to work on complex, transformational projects
• Community and social responsibility as sustainable stewards
• Focus on learning, development, and career growth
• Best-in-class benefits, including flexible, hybrid workplace  

We are consistently rated one of the top AEC firms to work for across our 30 offices on the East Coast. We’re growing, and we hope you’ll join us! 

VHB is a proud Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion—supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. All individuals receive consideration for employment based on their qualifications without discrimination for race/ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, pregnancy, marital status, or any other basis protected by law.

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