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Bring your problem-solving mindset, entrepreneurial spirit, and developing expertise to theMinneapolis, Minnesota office ofWiss, Janney, Elstner Associates, Inc. (WJE), where we are seeking a Bridge Engineer with at least 5 years of industry experience to join our dynamic team of architects and engineers. Responsibilities:
Technical project execution for the day-to-day success of multiple concurrent projects, including supporting project managers across the bridge practice and across the company, acting as the primary point of contact for clients, contractors, and project teams as appropriate Mobilize and self-perform on-site investigations, including field condition surveys, bridge inspection, structural instrumentation and testing, nondestructive evaluation, bridge retrofit installation, and performance testing Develop practical solutions for a variety of bridge investigation, load rating, rehabilitation, and retrofit projects, including conducting research, data reduction, applying working knowledge of codes, standards, and historical industry practices, and taking a first principles approach to analysis and problem solving Prepare technically excellent project deliverables, including but not limited to: proposals, analysis results, repair alternatives, construction drawings, specifications, and technical reports; provide high-quality technical reviews of work completed by others Contributions to bridge engineering practice and company-wide objectives, including fostering genuine client relationships inside and outside of WJE; collaborating with other WJE associates for in-house knowledge-sharing and training initiatives; and engaging in meaningful involvement in industry-related professional organizations, conferences, and technical committees
Qualifications:
Master's degree or higher in Civil or Structural Engineering LicensedProfessional Engineer (PE) Minimum five years of relevant industry experience, including forensics and litigation support; failure/damage investigation; non-destructive evaluation and instrumentation; and/or structural analysis and design for repair, retrofit, and rehabilitation of existing bridge structures Excellent technical, graphical, written, and verbal communication skills
Physical Requirements: 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, with or without a reasonable accommodation. This position requires visual acuity and listening ability. Individuals must have the dexterity to be able to operate computers, printers, copiers, telephones, voicemail, and other office and field equipment. Requirements may also include:
Ability to travel and attend meetings at various office, field, and construction sites (~20% travel required) Ability to perform inspections of buildings and other structures, both visually and with instruments Ability to safely work at heights, in confined spaces, and in a variety of occupationally hazardous locations, including outdoors with exposure to temperature extremes Ability to safely use and/or operate ladders, scaffolds, lifts, and other access equipment Ability to lift and carry materials, tools, and other heavy equipment up to 50 lbs. Medically fit to utilize respiratory protection devices and other forms of Personal Protective Equipment Ability to drive and safely operate a motor vehicle
Culture, Compensation, and Benefits: Wiss, Janney, Elstner Associates, Inc. (WJE) is a global firm of engineers, architects, and materials scientists. Clients worldwide seek our expertise to solve the most significant, interesting, and challenging problems in the built world. Our applied experience from more than 175,000 projects combined with unparalleled laboratory and testing capabilities have made WJE a leader in providing innovative yet practical solutions to the clients we serve. Working at WJE is a team endeavor characterized by a culture of trust and personal responsibility. We encourage open communication, continuous learning, innovative thinking, ongoing mentoring, and free-flowing collaboration. We seek highly talented and hard-working individuals who want to be challenged, who want hands-on work, who want to set a higher standard, and who want to be mentored by the industry's most accomplished experts. People with outstanding Character, unwaveringCommitment to our core and culture, strongExpertise, and genuineEnthusiasm for their work. Learn more about the Extraordinary People we hire at WJE at www.wje.com/careers WJE offers a robust, total compensation structure composed of base salary, incentive pay, and industry-leading benefits:
Base salary is determined through consideration of a candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies, and proficiency for the role while remaining mindful of our commitment to internal equity. Employees receive variable compensation based on personal and company performance, typically resulting in above-market total compensation.
A good faith estimate of the annual starting base salary (gross) is in the following range: $101,550.00 - $169,250.00
WJE's industry-leading, total rewards package enables our employees to grow and thrive with comprehensive health and financial benefits, including:
Robust and affordable health plans for employees and their families, including HSA as well as low and high-deductible PPO options Generous 401(k) matching of 110% for the first 6% of eligible pay, vesting immediately Time off to care for yourself and others Investments in employees' educational assistance and professional development
Learn more about WJE's total rewards package here.
WJE is an Equal Opportunity Employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. WJE will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of Fair Chance Ordinances. |
Wiss, Janney, Elstner Associates, Inc.
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May 19, 2026