Bridge Engineer
Halifax
Regular, Full-Time
Hybrid
Do you want the opportunity to co-create with our experts on some of the most prestigious infrastructure programs in North America? Can you work with limited to no supervision and as a part of a team located locally and remotely? And can you contribute with your expertise and get to learn from the best? And are you interested in constantly exploring new ways to improve, while supporting and respecting our clients, your colleagues, and the planet we live on Then, here is your chance to convert aspirations into actions.
Create Solutions that will enable a better tomorrow
We are looking for a Bridge Engineer to join our team. Turn challenges into sustainable solutions.
Your key responsibilities will be to:

• Prepare work plans, schedules, and budgets along with performing analysis of complex structures
• Prepare design calculations and drawings in accordance with applicable design codes, and prepare engineering reports and other technical documents
• Prepare standard construction documents, such as technical specifications and tender documents
• Conduct site inspections from time to time and perform other functions as required
• Plan, evaluate, and adapt work using independent judgment and innovative problem-solving approaches, seeking technical guidance and supervisory approval for complex or unusual problems and project plans.

Your skills. Our team. Together we design the future.
The first step to success in this role is that you are eager to collaborate with the people around you, whether they are colleagues, partners, or customers. Developing ties with others is something you do by acting respectfully and delivering on your promises. And you never get set in your ways but keep exploring new insights and ways to improve.
On top of that, you will:

• Hold a Bachelor's degree in Structural Engineering (Master's degree preferred), with minimum 4 years of related experience in Bridge Design, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience
• Hold a Bachelor’s degree in Structural Engineering or higher (Master’s degree preferred), with a minimum of four years of related experience in Bridge Design, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Be a registered Professional Engineer in home province or state, or ability to obtain registrations in Nova Scotia within 12 months of employment.
• Be familiar with the use of structural design codes such as CSA-S6, CSCE, and AASHTO along with having sufficient exposure to structural analysis software programs (ex: CSi Bridge, MIDAS, SOFi STi K)
• Be conversant in the use of engineering software such as Excel, and Mathcad to efficiently produce engineering calculations
• Be knowledgeable in parametric conceptual designs, the use of programming environments like Dynamo and Grasshopper would be beneficial
• Holding experience and knowledge of suspension bridges through site, inspection, analysis, or design experience would be beneficial
• Ideally have the experience and ability to prepare proposals and participate in business development along with the ability and willingness to travel
• Great communication skills to be able to deliver concise and high-quality technical deliverables.

A place to work and so much more
At COWI, we work together with our customers to shape a sustainable and liveable world. We do it by applying our knowledge and curiosity – and sometimes even our courage – to create the solutions the world needs today to enable a better tomorrow. That is why we say no to fossil-based projects and aspire to have 100% of our revenue come from activities that move our customers towards sustainability.

We value differences and development and cultivate an environment of belonging and having fun. Because that is what brings out the best in you, at work and at home.

With offices primarily located in the Nordic region, the UK, North America and India, we are currently more than 8,000 people who bring their expertise in engineering, architecture, energy and environment into play.
What we also offer:
Being part of the COWI community offers more than just a competitive salary. We take care of our people both professionally and personally.
Some of our benefits include:

Flexible working arrangement | Top-up parental and childbirth recovery leave | Fantastic close-knit team with a wealth of knowledge to share! | Full time hires get minimum 3 weeks vacation to start | Floating holiday to celebrate employee diversity | Paid sick leave | Annual Fitness spending account. Yes, you can use this for a ski pass, yoga or gym membership | Group RRSP program with company matching | Personal and professional development fund | Parking or public transit allowance | Extended Health coverage with 100% of premiums paid by us | Employee Assistance Program (EAP) | STD, LTD, AD&D, and Life Insurance | Referral incentive program| Frequent social events
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Equal opportunity employer
COWI provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, COWI complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training information.
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