Structural Engineer - Technical Lead - Bridge and Transportation Structures

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AECOM is seeking a highly skilled Senior Structural Engineer - Bridges with a passion for their craft for our Western Pennsylvania Area (WPA) offices, which include Pittsburgh, PA, and Morgantown, WV. If you are seeking a well-established, cohesive team and balanced, stable workload working on exciting and challenging projects, this is the opportunity for you!

In this role, the ideal candidate will act as a Structural Design Lead on a variety of exciting, often highly visible pursuits and projects across multiple clients. The individual will have overall responsibility for all structural aspects of these projects and inter-discipline coordination of all technical issues with other discipline leads from initial design through technical support during the construction phase. This is an opportunity to work within a well-established and very successful group that offers a diverse range of projects, technical challenges and career development opportunities.

Our structures group is currently working on multiple major bridge and bridge corridor replacement projects across the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, including:

SR 0070 Section K30, I-70 Corridor Improvements, Washington County, PA.

Currently in preliminary engineering, this project includes safety improvements and total reconstruction of a 6.5-mile corridor of rural interstate. The project involves the replacement of ten mainline bridges and the rehabilitation or potential replacements of two overhead bridges, an additional two mainline bridges, and three culverts. The use of temporary bridges for maintenance of traffic during construction is being explored. Construction is anticipated to start in 2030.

SR 0080 Brookville West, Jefferson County, PennDOT District 10-0

This is an interstate reconstruction project with the objective of widening Interstate 80 (I-81) near Brookville, PA. The project includes the replacement of three structures. Two structures span over I-80 and are proposed as two-span steel girder bridges with integral abutments and a wall pier. Once structure is a box culvert carrying Campbell Run under I-80. The project is currently in preliminary design.

SR 0081 D46 Total Reconstruction, Lackawanna County, PennDOT District 4-0

This project involves the total reconstruction of approximately 4 miles of Interstate 81 (I-81) in Scranton, PA. The project includes the reconfiguration of two interchanges and widening of the highway to accommodate six lanes of traffic. The project involves the replacement of twenty-four bridges, the addition of twenty retaining walls, multiple sign structures and several sound barriers. Several structures involve the use of curved steel I-girders and the project includes a twenty-plus span steel viaduct structure carrying I-81 Northbound. The project is currently in design and is anticipated to be let in a single contract in 2027.

Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.

Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The range for this position is $100000 to $145000.

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

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You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

ReqID: J10144803

Business Line: Transportation

Business Group: DCS

Strategic Business Unit: East

Career Area: Engineering