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Examples include: falsework, engineered lifts, temporary custom scaffolds, special concrete forms, cofferdams, etc.\n\nDesign Engineer Specific Duties and Responsibilities\n\nCreatively brainstorm with estimating and project teams on conceptual designs and potential value-engineering components\n\nEvaluate loads and outside forces to verify structural soundness of new construction components, falsework, and existing structures for work methods to be employed\n\nDesign structures, such as bridge erection falsework, custom scaffolding, rigging apparatuses, andother access components\n\nCreate structural models by using computer-aided design software\n\nAdhere to company Design and Inspection of Temporary Structures and Construction Devices\n\nComplete field inspection of critical fabrications/falsework prior to loading.\n\nAid in conducting field investigations and measurements as necessary for design on connecting components\n\nFollow construction safety guidelines\n\nChoose appropriate materials based on structural specifications and material availability\n\nReview plans and specifications for standards in constructability\n\nEvaluate in-house work plans on design critical components\n\nCoordinate projects with 3d party design professionals, managing their progress to stay on budget and on schedule\n\nPrepare and allocate design proposal and budgets for use by project managers\n\nCollaborate with project teams to develop engineered solutions for job needs\n\nQuality control design review other in-house designs as required\n\nReview and audit internal design processes to ensure standards are met and evolved as necessary\n\nDesign Engineer Qualifications and Education\n\nBachelor’s degree in Civil / Structural engineering\n\nRegistered Professional Engineer\n\n5+ years of heavy civil engineering design experience\n\nHighly proficient in Structural Analysis\n\nStructural analysis software (RISA Suite preferred)\n\nAutoCAD / Civil 3D experience for staging / modeling required, TEKLA a plus\n\nData-driven mindset with excellent mathematical skills\n\nMeticulous attention to detail\n\nHighly proficient in Excel and Microsoft Office Suite\n\nExcellent innovative and collaborative capabilities\n\nWillingness to Travel occasionally to project sites\n\nCompetitive Base Salary Depending on Experience\n\n5-7 years of experience: $115k - $140k\n\n10-15 years of experience and management experience: $150k - $180k\n(top range is negotiable for \"the LeBron of temp works\")\n\nStandard Company Benefits Include\n\nAnnualy bonus of +20%\n\nHealth Insurance - 90% of employee, 70% of dependents\n\nDental and Vision Insurance add-on\n\n401k + 6% match\n\nPTO + 7 Holidays\n\nThis person could be remote, so long as they understand they may need to come to the office or go to a jobsite periodically i.e. realistically Apply Today\nAll qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.\n\n#J-18808-Ljbffr","company":"GPAC","rawCompany":"gpac","city":"Indianapolis","state":"IN","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-06-20T05:07:00.314Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2051.00","title":"Civil Engineers","slug":"civil-engineers"},{"code":"17-2199.00","title":"Engineers, All Other","slug":"engineers-all-other"},{"code":"17-3022.00","title":"Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians","slug":"civil-engineering-technologists-and-technicians"}],"industries":[{"code":"541330","title":"Engineering Services","slug":"engineering-services"},{"code":"237990","title":"Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction","slug":"other-heavy-and-civil-engineering-construction"},{"code":"332312","title":"Fabricated Structural Metal Manufacturing","slug":"fabricated-structural-metal-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Bridge Design Engineer","description":"Structural Design Engineers ensure the stability and safety of our construction methods and temporary work structures. 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