Structural Bridge Engineer - Technical Lead

Structural Bridge Engineer - Technical Lead

Ardurra is seeking a full‑time, experienced Structural Bridge Engineer to join our team in Orlando, Florida
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Ardurra’s Transportation team offers design capabilities ranging from complex multilevel interchanges to urban arterial reconstruction to complete streets for our clients. Our portfolio includes the I‑395 Signature Bridge reconstruction project in Downtown Miami. Each design is customized, sustainable, and cost‑effective for all project types, including Design Build or Design Bid Build.

The ideal candidate will work closely with the structures team leader to support transportation projects, mentor newer team members, and help develop and prepare plans, calculations, and specifications for the design of bridges and other transportation‑related structures. The candidate should have 8+ years of experience and be competent in structural engineering and design with an emphasis on bridges.

• Assist the structures team leader in developing and producing construction plans and details for the structural components of transportation infrastructure projects.
• Perform major structural analysis and design tasks for typical bridges in Florida, including reinforced concrete, prestressed concrete, and steel plate girder bridges.
• Lead and manage task work orders on continuing services contracts.
• Perform or manage all tasks related to the completion of Bridge Development Reports (BDRs) for FDOT projects.
• Perform QA/QC reviews of construction plans, design calculations, and reports to ensure completeness, accuracy, and conformity to engineering standards and practices.
• Provide post‑design services, including review of shop drawings, RFI’s, and other contractor submittals.
• Mentor younger structures team members.
• Assist in the marketing and pursuit of transportation infrastructure projects from governmental clients throughout Florida.

• B.S. in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering (Master’s degree in civil/structural engineering is a plus).
• PE license in the State of Florida (or ability to obtain registration in Florida within six months if registered in another state).
• Minimum of 8 years of bridge design experience on projects for the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT).
• Strong knowledge of AASHTO, FDOT, and municipal design criteria, standards, and plan preparation requirements.
• Practical experience in the analysis and design of structures using industry‑standard software, such as Open Bridge Designer (LEAP Bridge Concrete & Steel), MDX, FB‑Multi Pier, and PTC Mathcad.
• Proficient in producing bridge plans using CAD software, preferably Bentley Open Bridge Designer (experience with FDOTConnect is a plus).
• Experience coordinating engineering work and interfacing with other disciplines and clients.
• Solid verbal and written communication skills required.
• Attention to detail, organizational skills, and a positive attitude.

While Ardurra offers competitive compensation and rich benefits programs, it is our culture that truly sets us apart. We nurture a family‑like environment, supporting professional and career development through the Ardurra Academy and leadership programs. We are committed to a people‑centric culture where employees are valued, supported, and provided with tools, resources, and flexibility to maintain a healthy work‑life balance.

Ardurra is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, or sexual orientation.

Ardurra does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. Without a signed agency agreement, Ardurra will not consider payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. If a resume or candidate is submitted without a signed agreement, Ardurra reserves the right to hire that candidate without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. These candidates will be considered property of Ardurra.

We are not currently looking to add any more agencies to our list of approved vendors, so please do not contact any of our managers or recruitment team with sales calls or details of your candidates.