Staff Engineer - Bridge

**ABOUT THRASHER** The Thrasher Group has been improving the communities where we live and work since 1983 – not as outside consultants, but as residents and neighbors. Thrasher is the largest privately owned architecture, engineering, and surveying firm in West Virginia, and maintains a growing presence in Ohio, Pennsylvania, Maryland, and Virginia. Our roots throughout central Appalachia and the Mid-Atlantic region have allowed us to build a reputation for doing meaningful work for communities of all sizes. What does this mean for you? Thrasher provides real opportunities to be a part of vital projects, handle real-world responsibility, and develop a career that grows with you. Our multi-disciplinary teams work across the full life cycle of a project and with an array of industry professionals – giving you the knowledge and experience to do more. In short, we're not a steppingstone. Thrasher is a firm where people build better careers and better communities, all in the places they call home. **ROLE OVERVIEW** We are seeking a motivated Bridge Engineer to join our Transportation Division. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career engineer to grow within a dynamic, multi-disciplinary team working on meaningful bridge projects for public and private clients. **YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES** - Assist in the design and development of bridge projects including superstructures, substructures, and retaining walls - Perform structural analysis and design calculations under the direction of a senior engineer - Assist in the preparation of construction plans, specifications, and estimates - Support QA/QC reviews of design documents - Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team across multiple office locations - Develop professionally through mentorship from experienced engineers **WHAT YOU'LL BRING** - BS or MS from an ABET accredited university in Civil or Structural Engineering - 0–5 years of applicable bridge engineering experience - Ability to acquire EIT certification; EIT/PE licensure in WV or OH strongly encouraged and supported - Experience or coursework in bridge design including AASHTO LRFD - Proficiency or willingness to learn OpenRoads and MicroStation - Familiarity with bridge design software for structural components - Knowledge of or exposure to WVDOH or ODOT standards a plus - Strong written and verbal communication skills - Ability to work both independently and collaboratively **WHY THRASHER** Thrasher provides an excellent benefit package which includes health, dental and vision insurance, company paid short- and long-term disability, 401K matching, paid parental leave, paid-time off, tuition assistance and much more. An emphasis is placed on professional development which includes structured goal setting and specialized training opportunities. Professional development is monitored and recognized through bonuses and annual salary reviews. In promoting a family-oriented culture, we recognize the importance of work life balance and schedule flexibility. *Pre-employment drug screening and background checks required. Must be authorized to work in the United States. EEO / AA / E-*