Senior Bridge Engineer
A well-established, employee-owned civil engineering firm is expanding its structural practice and is seeking a Senior Structural/Bridge Engineer to lead the analysis and design of new and rehabilitation projects. This person will serve as a technical lead, manage multidiscipline tasks, mentor junior staff, and support delivery for transportation clients across the Mid‑Atlantic (state DOTs, counties, municipalities, and select private clients).
What You'll Do
- Lead design and analysis for highway and pedestrian bridges, retaining walls, load ratings, and related structures.
- Plan, direct, and monitor mid-to-large, multi‑discipline projects with significant technical complexity.
- Coordinate with project managers and cross‑functional teams to develop schematics, design development, and contract documents.
- Oversee deliverables to ensure quality, clarity, and compliance with applicable standards and client requirements.
- Manage staffing and workflow to meet schedules and budgets; support project reviews.
- Implement and enforce QA/QC procedures; review and seal bridge plans as appropriate.
- Mentor and develop junior and mid‑level engineers; contribute to training efforts.
- Participate in client relations, proposal support, and occasional business development.
- Conduct or support hands‑on bridge condition inspections as needed (comfortable working at heights).
What You Bring
- Bachelor's in Civil Engineering (ABET-accredited required); Master's in Structural Engineering preferred.
- PE license (or ability to obtain via reciprocity within ~6 months).
- 10+ years of progressive bridge/structural design experience with client-facing project management.
- Strong technical design skills, leadership, communication, and organizational abilities.
- Proficiency with bridge/structural analysis and design tools (e.g., LEAP, LARSA, LPile, MDX, AASHTOWare, or similar).
- Working knowledge of MicroStation/OpenRoads/Bridge (or comparable CAD/BIM platforms) is a plus.
- MS Office proficiency.
- Valid driver's license and ability to travel locally for projects/inspections as needed.
- Commitment to quality, safety, collaboration, and mentoring.
Why This Role
- Impactful work on a diverse portfolio of transportation structures.
- Employee‑ownership culture with real opportunities for advancement.
- Hybrid/flexible work options and interoffice collaboration to broaden project exposure.
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, which typically include:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) with a 6% company match
- Employee ownership program - 5-6%
- Short‑ and long‑term disability, life insurance
- Paid time off and holidays
- Professional development, training, and tuition/education support
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