Bridge Design Engineer: Lead Structures & Growth (Hybrid)

gpac; Des Moines (IA); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Tuition reimbursement

Hybrid schedule

Career ladder

Job summary

gpac is seeking a Bridge Design Engineer in Des Moines, IA to advance structural solutions for municipal bridges and highway interchanges. You will own technical designs, perform calculations, and collaborate across roadway, hydraulic, and geotechnical teams.

We value hands-on engineers with DOT project experience and proficiency in SAP2000, RAM, STAAD, and Bentley OpenBridge/MicroStation. The role offers mentorship, a hybrid schedule, competitive pay, benefits, and a clear path to leadership.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Civil Engineering or Architectural Engineering with a structural focus.

Responsibilities

• Technical design and analysis of bridge systems for municipal and highway projects.
• Coordinate with roadway, hydraulic, and geotechnical teams to integrate structural solutions.
• Prepare quantity takeoffs, technical reports, and cost-estimate support materials.
• Review submittals and shop drawings for DOT standards and internal criteria.
• Engage with external stakeholders and sites to understand project lifecycle from concept to construction.

Skills

Multitasking

Communication

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

B.S. in Civil Engineering

EIT or PE

Tools

SAP2000

RAM

STAAD

Bentley OpenBridge

MicroStation

Job description

gpac is seeking a Bridge Design Engineer in Des Moines, IA to advance structural solutions for municipal bridges and highway interchanges. You will own technical designs, perform calculations, and collaborate across roadway, hydraulic, and geotechnical teams.

We value hands-on engineers with DOT project experience and proficiency in SAP2000, RAM, STAAD, and Bentley OpenBridge/MicroStation. The role offers mentorship, a hybrid schedule, competitive pay, benefits, and a clear path to leadership.