Entry Level Design Engineer - Bridges & Structures

Position Overview

Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking an entry level Design Engineer to join our growing Bridges & Structures team in Buffalo, NY! Our bridge experts partner with clients to understand project objectives and formulate solutions that are safe, efficient, economical, and environmentally sensitive. Compensation: $71,677 to $78,850 per year (depending on qualifications).

Key Responsibilities

• Acquire knowledge and develop basic skills in bridge engineering.
• Apply learned techniques, procedures, and criteria to perform assigned tasks.
• Prepare general engineering designs and technical data ensuring completion and accuracy.
• Perform structural calculations on specific project components under supervisor direction.
• Assist with project-related tasks such as structural inspections, report writing, permit applications, and CAD work.
• Exercise judgment on details of work while operating under direct supervision.
• Work within MicroStation and/or AutoCAD Civil 3D to successfully complete projects.
• Apply awareness of structural codes (IBC, ASCE-7, ACI, AISC, AASHTO) to design work.
• Perform basic concrete and steel design for bridges, retaining walls, culverts, and related structures.
• Utilize structural software at a basic level (e.g., MathCAD, Enercalc, Midas, STAAD).

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil or structural engineering.
• Ability to learn and apply technical skills and knowledge.
• Effective collaboration and team participation skills.
• Proficiency in reading, writing, and understanding English for technical communications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Engineer-in-training (EIT) certification.
• Increasing proficiency with Civil 3D and MicroStation CAD software.

Benefits & Perks

• Company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Paid pregnancy disability leave.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance and life insurance.
• Company-matched 401(k)/Roth plan.
• Paid time off, including parental and military leave.
• Employee referral and professional license bonuses.
• Straight time policy compensating for billable hours worked over 40 hours per week.
• Reimbursement for education and access to in-house self-enrichment courses.
• Mentorship, wellness programs, Women’s Organization, and philanthropic opportunities.