Structural Bridge Engineer - Cleveland, OH

Structural Bridge Engineer – Cleveland, Ohio

We are currently seeking an experienced Structural Bridge Engineer to support and grow our Transportation Practice in our Cleveland, Ohio office.

Annual Compensation: $81,000 – 120,000 based upon experience, certifications, and regional market standards.

Benefits: LJB offers competitive compensation packages, which include paid time off, a 401(k), tuition reimbursement, flexibility, and mobility.

• Collaborate with a team on structural analysis and design of various bridge types, including steel beams, prestressed concrete beams, concrete slabs, pedestrian bridges, culverts, retaining walls, grade separations, stream crossings, bridge hydraulic analysis, rehabilitation, feasibility studies, structure type studies, load ratings, railroad bridges, and design‑build projects.
• Lead bridge projects as the Bridge Task Coordinator, managing project schedules, tasks, and deliverables, ensuring alignment with client goals and deadlines.
• Provide structural bridge design and plan production support to teams across different office locations.
• Mentor junior engineers, fostering professional development while overseeing quality control for bridge design and plan sets.
• Develop technical memorandums, specifications, feasibility studies, evaluations, and reports, and contribute to proposal development.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• Required:
  
  Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering. Structural emphasis preferred.
• PE license is a plus; successful candidates must have or be able to obtain a PE within 1 year of hire.

• 5‑10 years of hands‑on bridge/culvert design experience, with a strong background in the full lifecycle of bridge projects.
• Direct experience with DOT bridge design and a thorough understanding of DOT design guidelines, procedures, and plan preparation.
• Established relationships with state DOTs and municipalities are preferred.
• In‑depth knowledge of AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications and the Manual for Bridge Evaluation.
• Experience with CAD plan development;
  Micro Station/ORD preferred.

• Strong project management skills, including the ability to manage schedules, budgets, and client expectations.
• Ability to mentor and guide junior engineers effectively.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality control in all project phases.

LJB Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees are valued, respected, and have the opportunity to succeed. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other protected status under applicable law.