Tennessee Bridge Lead

**NASHVILLE, TN** Neel\-Schaffer is an *Engineering News\-Record* Top 200 Design firm that operates 39 offices across nine states. The firm offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits, including health care and a matching 401(k) savings plan. We are seeking applications from qualified candidates to fill the the role of dynamic and experienced **Tennessee Bridge Lead** who will work in our Nashville Office and oversee all structural engineering efforts in Tennessee. In this pivotal role, you will have the unique opportunity to lead and mentor a growing team of talented engineers, driving the success of numerous high\-impact projects. Your leadership will be instrumental in shaping the future of our structural engineering initiatives, not only within Tennessee but also across multiple states. The ideal **Tennessee Bridge Lead** candidate will have demonstrated design experience for bridges, culverts, and retaining wall structures, along with leadership skills to work and lead within a team environment of engineers and technicians on various types of structural projects. Job duties for **Tennessee Bridge Lead** will include supervision and training of staff in the structural discipline, load rating, shop drawing review, quality control, and communication with project teams and clients. **Key Responsibilities** * Lead all structural engineering efforts in Tennessee. * Oversee structural projects in Tennessee, including traditional and alternative delivery. * Collaborate with a large bridge group within the company. * Facilitate work sharing across the organization, contributing to over 100 active projects within the structures group. * Partner with leadership, business development, and marketing teams to assist in pursuing projects across Tennessee. **Minimum Requirements** * Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering. * Licensed Professional Engineer in Tennessee or ability to obtain Tennessee PE within 6 months. * 10 – 20 years of progressive bridge/structural design experience. * Strong verbal communication and analytical skills. * Experience in Microstation, Geopak and/or Open Roads Designer. * Experience in structural analysis software such as Conspan, Merlin, Leap Steel, CSI Bridge or other similar bridge design software. * Familiar with DOT Design Guidelines and Standards, AASHTO LRFD Design Guidelines. * Proficiency in Microsoft Office products. * Valid driver’s license. **Equal Opportunity Employer**