Bridge Engineer

SPM Resources; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

SPM Resources is actively seeking a Design-Build Bridge Engineer in Charlotte, NC. The ideal candidate will have a BS in Structural or Civil Engineering and significant experience leading bridge design projects. This position requires a PE license and the capability to work independently within a dynamic environment.

You will be involved in managing project execution from design to construction, ensuring quality and timely delivery. The role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to major transportation projects while being based out of the new Class A engineering headquarters.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of bridge design experience with increasing responsibility.
• Ability to work directly with contractors and owners and lead projects independently.
• Comfortable in fast-paced design-build environment.

Responsibilities

• Help lead projects from pursuit through final design and construction support.
• Manage bridge design and design‑build projects independently.
• Mentor junior engineers and support skill development.

Skills

Bridge design experience

Proficiency in MicroStation

Project management

Structural analysis

Education

BS in Structural or Civil Engineering

PE license

Tools

MicroStation

ProjectWise

Job description

SPM Resources has an immediate need for a Design‑Build Bridge Engineer for a rapidly growing transportation engineering firm in Charlotte, NC. Will support heavy structural bridge design‑build engineering projects in SC, NC, FL, and GA. Qualified applicants will have a BS in Structural or Civil Engineering, a PE license, and the desire to be a part of taking a growing organization to the next level. Will be an integral part of the leadership team delivering on large‑scale transportation and infrastructure development. Opportunity is based in their new, Class A, Charlotte, NC engineering headquarters. Will help lead bridge design and design‑build projects with autonomy, supported by management and project staff.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Help lead projects from pursuit through final design and construction support
• Develop project execution plans including scope, schedule, and staffing.
• Manage bridge design and design‑build projects independently, ensuring timelines and quality expectations are met.
• Assist with proposal development and development of schedule, design, and quantities.
• Ability to coordinate directly with contractors and multidisciplinary design teams
• Perform and oversee structural analysis and design of steel and prestressed concrete bridges.
• Provide constructability input during design‑build pursuits.
• Participate in design‑build meetings, risk reviews, and value engineering workshops.
• Support alternative technical concepts and proposal development.
• Mentor junior engineers and support skill development.

REQUIREMENTS

• 5+ years of bridge design experience with increasing responsibility.
• Ability to work directly with contractors and owners and lead projects independently.
• Proficiency in MicroStation, ProjectWise, and structural analysis software.
• Strong experience in SC, NC, FL, and GA; other states a plus.
• Comfortable in fast‑paced design‑build environment
• PE license required or ability to obtain within one year.