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).

• 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).

• 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 Micro Station/Open Roads/Bridge (or comparable CAD/BIM platforms) is a plus.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel locally for projects/inspections as needed.
• Commitment to quality, safety, collaboration, and mentoring.

• 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