Senior Engineer Bridges - Transport

Tetra Tech Europe; Dún Laoghaire; Hybrid; EUR 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working arrangements

Flexible work-life balance

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Tetra Tech Europe is seeking a Project Engineer specializing in Bridges to support transport infrastructure projects across Ireland. Your role will involve the design and assessment of bridges, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to develop sustainable solutions. This position promises exposure to diverse projects and offers hybrid working arrangements.

We require a Level 8 Honours Degree in Civil Engineering and at least 4 years' experience in bridge engineering. This is a great opportunity to impact communities through innovative projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years' relevant experience in bridges and structures engineering.
• Working towards Chartered status (CEng, MIEI, MICE, MIStructE or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering design packages for large-scale transport projects.
• Take ownership of new projects, managing full lifecycle.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior colleagues.

Skills

Bridge Design Standards

Structural Analysis

Client Engagement

Technical Documentation

Education

Level 8 Honours Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

Midas Civil

Job description

Project Engineer – Bridges – Transport

Location: Cork, Dublin, Galway

At Tetra Tech, we’re shaping the next generation of transport infrastructure across Ireland and the UK. As a Project Engineer (Bridges), you’ll play a key role in delivering innovative and sustainable bridge solutions for major highways, rail projects, and urban developments. From detailed design and structural assessments to collaborating with multidisciplinary teams on complex engineering challenges, this is your opportunity to make a tangible impact on projects that connect communities and transform mobility. If you’re passionate about technical excellence and want to grow your career within a global consultancy, we’d love to hear from you.

Purpose & Scope Of The Role

As a Project Engineer (Bridges) within our Transport and Civils division, you will support the delivery of a wide range of bridge projects across Ireland and the UK. This role involves contributing to the design and assessment of bridges and civil structures, from inspections and rehabilitation of existing assets to detailed design of major new road, rail, and footbridges. You will work on multiple projects simultaneously, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative solutions for complex infrastructure challenges. Our clients include major transport authorities, local authorities, and contractors under Design & Build arrangements, offering exposure to diverse projects and delivery models. This role also provides opportunities for global collaboration and career progression within an international consultancy.

Your Impact In This Position

In the short term, you will assist in delivering design packages for large-scale transport projects, ensuring technical quality and timely delivery. Over the medium term, you will take ownership of new projects, managing them through the full lifecycle—from inception and preliminary design to construction and handover—while integrating project management and design coordination responsibilities. You will also provide mentorship and guidance to junior colleagues. In the longer term, this role offers a pathway to senior engineer and team leader positions within the Transport and Civils sector, enabling you to shape strategy, identify new opportunities, and strengthen client relationships through a portfolio of successfully delivered projects.

Core Capabilities

Bridge Design Standards and Structural Analysis:

• Good knowledge of the structural Eurocodes and Irish and UK bridge design standards (DMRB) and a good background and understanding of the analysis of bridges and structures.
• Experience using structural analysis software for analysis and design/assessment purposes. Experience in the use of Midas Civil would be beneficial.

Hands‑on Experience In Bridges & Structures Design:

• Technical knowledge and hands‑on experience in the design/assessment of a variety of bridges and civil structures, including reinforced and prestressed concrete structures and steel / steel composite bridges.
• Ability to work independently on assigned tasks, under the guidance of a Senior Engineer.

Client & Stakeholder Engagement:

• Capable of representing the bridge team in internal multi-disciplinary design teams and coordinating their design package with other disciplines.
• Participation in design meetings, resolving technical queries, and translating complex engineering concepts into clear, actionable outcomes.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Technical Documentation And Contract Knowledge:

• Production of high-quality technical documentation (e.g., technical acceptance, approval in principle) and reports that meet internal standards and external regulatory requirements.
• Working knowledge of typical contract forms, particularly the GCCC suite of Public Works Contracts.
• Experience in the preparation of contract documents for transportation infrastructure, with particular emphasis on bridge design / rehabilitation projects.

Qualifications & Experience

Required:

• Level 8 Honours Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Minimum of 4 years’ relevant experience in bridges and structures engineering.
• Working towards Chartered status (CEng, MIEI, MICE, MIStructE or equivalent).

Desirable:

• Level 9 Master’s in Civil/Structural Engineering.
• Experience in bridge inspections.

Working Environment

This role is based in Cork, Dublin or Galway, with hybrid working and agile office arrangements offered as standard. Office attendance will be balanced to meet project and client needs, while supporting flexible working for work‑life balance. Travel to client sites, planning authority meetings and project locations across Ireland will be required on an occasional basis.

In alignment with the Equality Act 2010, we will make reasonable adjustments to support candidates and employees requiring additional arrangements. This could include adaptations to work schedules, training approaches, or the physical workspace. Please inform us if you need any accommodations during the recruitment process or in your day-to-day role.