Structural Designer, for COWI in North America

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated Structural/Civil Designer (Bridges, Tunnels, Marine) to join our team in Portland. This Regular, Full-time, Hybrid role offers you the opportunity to work alongside expert engineers on some of North America’s most significant projects, contributing to community development and innovative infrastructure solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Create innovative plans, designs, calculations, and cost estimates.
• Solve complex engineering challenges with creative solutions.
• Develop technical specifications, engineering reports, and project documents.
• Collaborate with professionals and departments to gather project information.
• Conduct site inspections and take on various responsibilities as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Hold a master's degree in Structural Engineering or higher and either be a registered Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or be willing to obtain an EIT and subsequently a PE, with 0 to 4 years of relevant experience.
• Participate in professional associations with a commitment to learning.
• Demonstrate strong attention to detail along with good judgment and decision-making skills.
• Exhibit quality planning and organizational skills with the ability to work in time-sensitive settings on multiple deadlines.
• Be familiar with various structural analysis software programs and proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).

Benefits & Perks

• Flexible working arrangement
• Top-up parental and childbirth recovery leave
• Fantastic close-knit team with a wealth of knowledge to share
• Full-time hires receive a minimum of 3 weeks' vacation to start
• Floating holiday to celebrate employee diversity
• Paid sick leave
• Annual fitness subsidy (e.g., for a ski pass, yoga, or gym membership)
• 401K contribution matching with generous company match
• Personal and professional development fund
• Parking or public transit allowance
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (80% employer-paid premiums)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• STD, LTD, AD&D, and Life Insurance
• Referral incentive program
• Frequent social events