Position Overview
PACO Group (PACO) is seeking an experienced Senior Structural Engineer (Level VII–VIII) to provide planning, conceptual design, and scope-development support for the MTA Construction & Development Bridges and Tunnels Business Unit. The position will lead early-phase engineering efforts for bridge and tunnel infrastructure projects, including field assessments, conceptual analyses, and cost estimating.  This role is integral to the front-end definition of public infrastructure projects—developing conceptual designs, design criteria, and preliminary cost estimates that guide downstream design and construction phases. The Senior Structural Engineer will apply broad technical expertise to assess existing bridge and tunnel conditions, identify required modifications or strengthening, and prepare conceptual engineering documentation in accordance with MTA C&D procedures and standards.

Key Responsibilities:  Lead the planning, conceptual design, and scope development of bridge and tunnel infrastructure projects;  Conduct site assessments, document existing conditions, and identify structural constraints or deficiencies; Review as-built drawings, shop drawings, and technical reports to develop conceptual solutions; Perform structural analyses and engineering calculations to evaluate design feasibility and compliance; Develop conceptual drawings, reports, and preliminary engineering cost estimates; Identify potential needs for strengthening or modifying existing bridge components; Coordinate with B&T staff, consultants, and stakeholders to align design and scope objectives; Prepare clear, concise technical documentation summarizing analyses, assumptions, and design intent;  Attend progress meetings and provide technical input on project scope, risks, and constraints; Utilize AutoCAD or MicroStation to develop conceptual plans and Bluebeam for review markups.

Minimum Qualifications
•    Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering required.
•    Minimum 15 years of civil/structural design experience.
•    Minimum 5 years of management or supervisory experience.
•    New York State Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
•    Proven experience in developing project scopes, design criteria, and technical specifications.
•    Advanced technical expertise, strong coordination skills, and familiarity with MTA and other public-agency standards.

Preferred Qualifications
Experience working with the MTA or other public agencies such as Port Authority, NJ Transit, or NYSDOT; Familiarity with MTA C&D design procedures and documentation standards;    Knowledge of AASHTO, NYSDOT, and NYC Building Code structural design standards; Advanced analytical or load-rating experience a plus.

Skills & Competencies
Strong technical proficiency in structural analysis, conceptual design, and constructability review; Ability to interpret and produce engineering drawings, reports, and calculations with precision; Excellent written and verbal communication skills; strong technical report writing ability; Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Bluebeam, and MicroStation/AutoCAD.

About PACO Group, Inc.

PACO Group is a CM/PM consulting firm with over 35 years of experience supporting transportation, aviation, and infrastructure projects across the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic. We provide end-to-end program and project management and project controls services—helping owners and project teams strengthen governance, manage cost and schedule, mitigate risk, and deliver clear, actionable reporting from planning through closeout—so complex capital programs move forward with greater visibility, accountability, and confidence.

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