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 our clients to understand project objectives, formulating solutions that are safe, efficient, economical and sensitive to the environment. This highly skilled team offers a full range of bridge services from scoping and preliminary engineering through final design on projects ranging from small to large scale bridges.

Key Responsibilities

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

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil or structural engineering is required.
• Engineer-in-training (EIT) certification is preferred.
• Increasing proficiency with Civil 3D and MicroStation CAD software is preferred.
• Ability to learn and apply technical skills and knowledge.
• Ability to effectively collaborate and contribute as part of a team.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend job-related communications in English.

Benefits & Perks

• Compensation: $71,677 to $78,850 per year (depending on qualifications)
• Company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid pregnancy disability leave
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• 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 for billable hours worked in excess of 40 per week
• Reimbursement for education and access to in-house educational resources
• Mentorship, wellness programs and ongoing philanthropic opportunities

At Colliers Engineering & Design, our people are our most important resource. We offer a safe, comfortable work environment with potential for career advancement, supportive work-life balance and a strong culture that fosters personal and professional growth.