Structural Bridge Engineer

About the Role

– Lead structural analysis for new and rehabilitated highway and railroad bridges.  

– Develop load ratings, fatigue assessments, and life-cycle cost models.  

– Produce drawings, specs, and calculation packages aligned with AASHTO LRFD and AREMA.  

– Coordinate with geotechnical, roadway, and construction teams to optimize foundations and staging.  

– Review contractor submittals, shop drawings, and RFIs; issue timely clarifications.  

– Inspect existing structures, document deficiencies, and draft repair or retrofit strategies.  

– Mentor junior engineers in FEA techniques, material science, and code navigation.  

– Champion digital design automation and BIM workflows that cut rework and CO₂ emissions.

Core Requirements

– Bachelor’s or Master’s in Civil or Structural Engineering.  

– 5+ years of bridge design experience in a consulting or heavy-civil environment.  

– Professional Engineer (PE) license; commitment to obtain SE in applicable states.  

– Mastery of SAP2000, RISA-3D, LEAP Bridge, and AutoCAD/MicroStation.  

– Deep knowledge of LRFD bridge design, seismic detailing, and fatigue behavior.  

– Ability to perform hand calculations to verify software outputs.  

– Clear, concise technical writing and client-facing presentation skills.  

– Eligibility to work in the United States.

Preferred Qualifications

– Experience with accelerated bridge construction (ABC) methods.  

– Familiarity with LUSAS or Midas Civil for nonlinear and staged-construction models.  

– Prior work on tolled facilities, light-rail corridors, or utility crossings.  

– Working knowledge of geotechnical fundamentals, scour, and hydraulic modeling.  

– Active participation in ASCE, PCI, or similar professional societies.