PRIYA SINGH
Trenton,NJ
Summary
Experienced Bridge Engineer with a strong background in load rating, structural analysis, and bridge design for transportation infrastructure. Proficient in AASHTO LRFD, LFR, and AREMA standards, with hands-on expertise in gusset plate evaluations, curved girder assessments, and railroad bridge ratings. Skilled in conducting as-built and as-inspected load ratings, as well as supporting rehabilitation and superstructure replacement projects to improve bridge performance and longevity. Works effectively with state DOTs, transit agencies, and multidisciplinary teams to deliver practical, code-compliant engineering solutions. Known for a detail-oriented and analytical approach to solving structural challenges.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bridge Engineer II
HNTB Corporation
New York City, NY
02.2023 - Current
- DRBA Delaware Memorial Bridge Load Rating & Steel Repairs, DE: Performed As-Inspected Load Rating and steel repair evaluations for Structures 1 and 2, ensuring structural integrity per AASHTO LRFR guidelines.
- NJ Transit Laurel Avenue Superstructure Replacement, NJ: Assisted in the design and analysis of the superstructure replacement, ensuring compliance with NJ Transit and AASHTO guidelines.
- NYSDOT Curved Girder Load Rating, NY: Conducted As-Built and As-Inspected Load Rating analyses for in-service curved girder bridges, following AASHTO LFR and LRFR methodologies.
- NYSDOT Gusset Plate Load Rating, NY: Performed detailed load rating assessments for gusset plates on multiple NYSDOT bridges, ensuring compliance with AASHTO and NYSDOT standards.
- Vincent Thomas Bridge Load Rating, Caltrans, CA: Conducted gusset plate load rating using AASHTO MBE and Caltrans standards to evaluate structural capacity and safety.
- MBTA Rail Bridge Load Rating, MA: Performed load rating calculations for three railroad bridges, ensuring compliance with AREMA specifications and assessing structural adequacy.
- ConDOT Goldstar Deck Rehabilitation, CT: Assisted in the structural analysis and deck rehabilitation design for the Goldstar Bridge, ensuring compliance with AASHTO and state-specific standards.
Structural Design Engineer III
PBS Engineering and Environmental
Issaquah, WA
08.2021 - 02.2023
- Tillamook County Culvert Replacement, OR: Designed and analyzed three short-span prestressed concrete girder bridges with 18” and 21” ODOT voided slabs per AASHTO and ODOT BDM standards.
- Franklin County Bridge Inspection & Repairs, WA: Inspected 53 in-service bridges following NBIS and WSDOT guidelines; developed deck repair plans for a deteriorated 50-ft concrete girder bridge.
- Franklin County Load Rating, WA: Performed LRFR load rating for 26 in-service bridges, including concrete, timber, and steel girder structures, per WSDOT BDM standards.
- Eagle Ridge at Currin Creek, OR: Designed an 82-ft prefabricated steel girder bridge on reinforced concrete abutments; prepared construction documents, cost estimates, and specifications.
Bridge Engineering Intern
Jacobs Engineering Group Inc
Portland, OR
02.2021 - 05.2021
- Ketchikan Ferry Terminal, AK: Assisted in load rating analysis, developing Mathcad and Excel tools for distribution factors, load rating factors, flexure, and shear resistance per AASHTO Bridge Design Specifications.
- ODOT Emergency Vehicle Load Rating Update, OR: Updated load ratings for reinforced concrete structures to accommodate emergency vehicle load requirements, following LRFR, AASHTO MBE, and ODOT standards.
Design Engineer
Infrastructure Engineering services
Mandi, Himachal Pradesh, India
07.2016 - 03.2019
- Through/Deck Type Steel Truss Bridge, Himachal Pradesh, India: Structural analysis, design, and detailing of 130 ft, 205 ft, 245 ft, 330 ft, and 350 ft long Through/Deck type Steel Truss Bridge following Indian Road Congress procedures.
- Prestressed Concrete Tied-Arch Bridge, Himachal Pradesh: Reviewed structural analysis, design, and drawings for a 260-ft tied-arch bridge in collaboration with senior engineers.
- Institutional Building Design, Himachal Pradesh: Led a team in seismic analysis and code-compliant design of institutional buildings using ELF procedures and Indian Standards.
Education
Master of Science - Project Management
Harrisburg University of Science And Technology
Harrisburg, PA04-2026
Master of Science - Structural and Earthquake Engineering
University at Buffalo, The State University of New York
Buffalo, NY06.2021
Bachelor of Technology - Civil Engineering
Jaypee University of Information Technology
Solan, India06.2016
Skills
- Finite element analysis
- Project management
- Risk management
- Structural analysis
- LRFD methodology
- Bridge design
Certification
- EIT
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Hindi
Native/ Bilingual
Punjabi
Professional
Timeline
Bridge Engineer II
HNTB Corporation
02.2023 - Current
Structural Design Engineer III
PBS Engineering and Environmental
08.2021 - 02.2023
Bridge Engineering Intern
Jacobs Engineering Group Inc
02.2021 - 05.2021
Design Engineer
Infrastructure Engineering services
07.2016 - 03.2019
Master of Science - Project Management
Harrisburg University of Science And Technology
Master of Science - Structural and Earthquake Engineering
University at Buffalo, The State University of New York
Bachelor of Technology - Civil Engineering
Jaypee University of Information Technology
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