Entry Level Structural / Bridge Engineer - May 2027

Job description

A. Morton Thomas and Associates, Inc. (AMT) is seeking an **Entry Level Structural / Bridge Engineer** to join the Structural Engineering team in our Charleston, SC office. Position will start in May 2027 after graduation. This position will support a variety of projects throughout our footprint which may include structural and bridge design and analysis, condition state bridge inspection, and plan development of bridge and structural related projects with traditional and alternative delivery methods. Project tasks may involve, but not limited to, hands-on inspection of structural elements; design or analysis calculations of various elements of structural components, plan development including CAD support, coordination with other discipline staff for project collaboration, generating design reports and studies, assistance with upfront project pursuit work, and attend various projects meetings with internal staff and clients. The ideal candidate will have good communication skills, ability to perform tasks under the supervision of technical staff, willingness to learn and expand capabilities, and can work within a collaborative environment. As an active, socially responsible, and tight-knit community, we are looking for top talent to join our team. Our local and corporate teams are focused on partnering with the proper mentors and training opportunities to reach your goals and provide opportunities for career advancement. ### Responsibilities - Support a variety of projects throughout our footprint which may include structural and bridge design and analysis, condition state bridge inspection, and plan development of bridge and structural related projects with traditional and alternative delivery methods. - Project tasks may involve, but not limited to, hands-on inspection of structural elements; design or analysis calculations of various elements of structural components, plan development including CAD support, coordination with other discipline staff for project collaboration, generating design reports and studies, assistance with upfront project pursuit work, and attend various projects meetings with internal staff and clients. - The ideal candidate will have good communication skills, ability to perform tasks under the supervision of technical staff, willingness to learn and expand capabilities, and can work within a collaborative environment ### Minimum Requirements - Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited institution; - EIT preferred (or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire); - Prior internship experience is a plus; - Willingness to perform hands-on bridge condition inspection and comfortable with heights; - Ability to learn or proficiency with bridge analysis and design software; - Excellent understanding of various structural design concepts and standards; - Excellent oral and written communication skills; - Experience with MS Office products including Word and Excel; and - Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, ;managers, supervisors, and other team members **Preferred Qualifications** - Master of Science in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited institution; - Ability to become licensed as a P.E. in other US State’s jurisdictions, through the NCEES or similar; - Experience with local DOTs or local municipalities; and - Experience with engineering software packages such as: LEAP Bridge Enterprise, LPile, MDX, Descus, AASHTOWare BrR, MDX, Merlin DASH, spColumn, PennDOT software packages, Bentley MicroStation and/or AutoCAD software.