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# Load Rating Engineer

- **Company:** H & H Inc
- **Location:** New York, NY, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $115,000.0 - $150,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** FHWA, SAP 2000
- **Published:** September 11, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.thejobnetwork.com/job/f9605250-bbcb-4053-a43c-8f03c2b82ad6/load-rating-engineer

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering
 * Professional Engineer license required in New York; additional state licenses preferred
 * Minimum of five years of structural engineering experience with emphasis on bridge load rating, inspection, or design
 * HWA-approved comprehensive bridge inspection training preferred
 * Proficiency with AASHTOWare Bridge Rating software strongly preferred
 * Experience with three-dimensional finite element analysis tools such as CSiBridge, SAP2000, or similar software
 * Strong understanding of AASHTO LRFR, LFR, and ASR methodologies, load posting, and permitting requirements
 * Demonstrated ability to apply engineering judgment to routine and refined load rating analyses
 * Familiarity with NYSDOT standards and regional public agency clients preferred
 * Strong written and verbal communication skills
 * Ability to manage multiple tasks while maintaining high-quality technical standards

## Description

* Perform Level 1 and Level 2 bridge load rating analyses using routine and refined methodologies
 * Conduct load rating calculations using LRFR, LFR, ASR, permit vehicle, specialized hauling vehicle, and non-standard loading methodologies
 * Prepare load rating reports and technical documentation incorporating inspection data, as-built information, material properties, and deterioration effects
 * Utilize AASHTOWare Bridge Rating software for integrated load rating workflows
 * Perform refined and advanced analyses using three-dimensional finite element modeling tools such as CSiBridge, SAP2000, or similar platforms
 * Coordinate with bridge inspection teams, structural engineers, project managers, and agency stakeholders to integrate load rating results into bridge management and rehabilitation strategies
 * Review field inspection data to validate modeling assumptions and refine analytical inputs
 * Apply engineering judgment in accordance with the latest AASHTO Manual for Bridge Evaluation, FHWA guidance, and state-specific requirements including NYSDOT standards
 * Support quality control reviews of load rating models, analyses, and deliverables under the guidance of senior technical staff
 * Maintain awareness of evolving industry standards, research, and best practices related to bridge load rating



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