Structural Engineer Bridge Transportation

Senior Structural Bridge Engineer | Hybrid

VHB's structural engineering group plays a vital role in developing and enhancing connectivity through infrastructure projects such as complex bridge and interchange designs, rehabilitation and inspection, pedestrian walkways, and transit stations. This diverse range of structural engineering services helps improve mobility for the traveling public.

VHB won the 2025 Best Managed Company award, recognizing its impactful development and infrastructure projects across our footprint. We are seeking a Senior Structural/Bridge Engineer to join this dynamic group. In this position, you will serve in a lead role in the planning, analysis, design, and detailing of bridge and other transportation‑related structural projects, as well as help lead and mentor our technical staff.

• Manage, develop, organize, and implement structural planning, analysis, and preliminary and final design document preparation for bridge/transportation projects.
• Prepare proposals and/or contracts; participate in project decisions regarding technical approach, costs, and scheduling.
• Maintain client relationships, visibility, and business development.
• Direct and mentor team members in the development of design plans, technical oversight, specifications, design calculations, load ratings, cost estimates, reports, final bid packages, etc.
• Oversee project management/task management.
• Review plans, specifications, reports, and analyses to meet scope, schedule, cost, and quality requirements.

• Extensive knowledge of concepts, practices, and procedures in structural engineering.
• Demonstrated excellence in verbal presentations and technical writing.
• Team oriented with strong capability to work independently.
• Robust technical and critical thinking skills.
• Detail oriented and quality focused.
• Strong project management skills.
• Motivated to lead and mentor others.
• Knowledge of structural engineering software (AASHTOWare, LARSA 4D, MDX, SP Column, Merlin
  
  DASH, Mathcad).
• AutoCAD Civil 3D, Micro Station v8, and Connect experience is a strong plus.

• 8-11 years experience.
• BS in Civil Engineering (structural emphasis preferred) (1-2 years of experience can be substituted for a master's degree).
• PE license required.
• Experience completing transportation studies, design reports, final design documents and developing contract plans, in conformity with accepted engineering standards and procedures including AASHTO & DOT.
• Independent experience developing bridge design and detailing (steel, concrete, prestressed concrete), and seismic analysis.

Our best estimate of the salary range for this position located in Boston/Watertown, MA is $,000 and the position located in Worcester, MA is $,000. The final compensation will be based on a variety of factors such as individual qualifications, education, and experience.

• Diverse and inclusive culture of collaboration and innovation.
• Opportunity to work on complex, transformational projects.
• Community and social responsibility as sustainable stewards.
• Focus on learning, development, and career growth.
• Best‑in‑class benefits, including flexible, hybrid workplace.

VHB is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of inclusion and belonging, supported by deep‑rooted core values, one of which is diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.