Bridge Engineer

Fisher Associates PE, LS, LA, DPC; City of Rochester (NY); Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading design services firm as a Bridge Engineer in Rochester, NY, where you'll work on innovative bridge design projects that enhance community safety. This full-time hybrid role offers comprehensive mentorship and professional development opportunities to help you launch your engineering career.

Benefits

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance

Generous PTO and Paid Holidays

Strong Work-life Balance

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• 0-5 years of transportation experience.
• EIT preferred or ability to obtain it.
• Familiarity with state DOT design standards preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support bridge design engineering, including load rating and structural analysis.
• Develop design plans, specifications, and cost estimates for bridge projects.
• Assist with field inspections and prepare detailed bridge inspection reports.

Skills

Proficiency in MicroStation

STAAD

Bridge Design Software

Critical thinking

Problem-solving

Education

B.S. degree in Civil Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Job description

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Job Type

Full-time

Description

A Bridge Engineer– Civil/Structural

Full-Time | Hybrid

Rochester, NY

Launch Your Career & Structural Engineering | Design the Bridges of Tomorrow

Are you a civil or structural engineering graduate or early-career bridge engineer looking to gain hands-on experience in infrastructure design? Fisher Associates is seeking a Bridge Engineer I or II (Civil/Structural) with 0–5 years of experience to join our collaborative Bridge and Transportation team. In this hybrid role you’ll work on impactful bridge design and transportation infrastructure projects that improve safety and mobility in the communities we serve. This is an exciting opportunity to launch your engineering career with mentorship, professional development, and a clear path to PE licensure.

About Fisher Associates

Fisher Associates is a multidisciplinary design services firm headquartered in Rochester, NY, with eight locations nationwide. The firm provides civil/site engineering, transportation engineering, electrical engineering, landscape architecture, architecture, planning, environmental, surveying, GIS, construction inspection, precast engineering and construction engineering services to public and private sector clients across numerous markets.

Why You’ll Love Working at Fisher

• You are empowered to achieve exceptional results through collaboration and ownership.
• Your voice matters in our inclusive and transparent culture, where accessible leadership genuinely welcomes ideas and feedback.
• Your growth is our priority. We offer clear career paths, tuition assistance, and ongoing learning opportunities to support your development.
• You thrive in a culture that celebrates fun and fosters a relaxed, easy-going atmosphere, so you can bring the best of yourself to work every day.
• Your journey is shaped by a culture of mentorship, where experienced colleagues guide your growth and you, in turn, inspire others.
• Your success is supported by our flexible work environment empowering you to thrive both professionally and personally.
  
  

What You’ll Do As a Bridge Engineer

• Support bridge design engineering, including load rating, structural analysis, and foundation design.
• Develop design plans, construction documents, specifications, and cost estimates for bridge and transportation structures.
• Maintain detailed records of bridge design documents, reports, and budgets.
• Support project managers with schedules, documentation, and presentations.
• Ensure designs adhere to state and local standards, regulations and safety codes.
• Promote, utilize and support QA/QC processes to guarantee quality deliverables.
• Assist with field inspections and prepare detailed bridge inspection reports and analyze foundation design.
• Provide technical support during construction, respond to RFIs and attend site visits.
• Collaborate with internal teams, clients, subconsultants and agencies to ensure seamless project delivery.
  
  

What We Offer

Your Impact Matters, Your Career Thrives. Work on engaging bridge design engineering projects and experience first-hand the positive changes you create in your own community. Engage in diverse and challenging project opportunities that will help you grow and advance your career. We offer competitive salaries and benefits, including:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Plan
• Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance
• Hybrid Work Schedule
• Generous PTO and Paid Holidays
• Strong Work-life Balance
• Shareholders Program
• Professional Development Opportunities and Reimbursement
• Supplemental Benefits Designed for Total Well-being and Financial Security
• Engage with dynamic groups such as the Community Impact and Fun Committees, Fisher Minds (ERG), and the Employee Advisory Group
  
  

Salary Range $72,000-$85,000

Actual compensation may vary based on relevant experience, qualifications/education, and other factors. The salary range is not necessarily reflective of the actual total compensation that may be earned nor promises any specific pay for any specific employee. Salary range excludes monetary value of benefits.

Requirements

What You Bring, Your Expertise as a Bridge Engineer

• B.S. degree in Civil Engineering or a related field, Master’s preferred
• 0-5 years of transportation experience, structures/bridge design engineering experience preferred
• EIT preferred or ability to obtain it
• Proficiency in MicroStation, STAAD and Bridge Design Software
• Familiarity with state DOT design standards (NYSDOT or PennDOT) preferred
• Professional performance standards aligned with Fisher’s Mission, Vision, and Core Values
• Proven ability to deliver quality work through critical thinking, problem-solving, and sound judgment
• Driven to take ownership of projects, prioritize effectively, and thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Highly adaptable and proactive in meeting deliverables and deadlines
• Dedicated to fostering trusting relationships through collaboration integrity, respect, and active listening.
• Have a sense of curiosity, always looking for a better way, and a continuous improvement mindset
• Embrace feedback constructively and use it as an opportunity for growth
  
  

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Fisher Associates is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals are respected, valued, and empowered to thrive. We do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, race, creed, color, national origin (including ancestry), religion, gender or sex, sexual orientation (including transgender status, gender identity or expression), pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), disability, reproductive health decision making (including, but not limited to, the decision to use or access a particular drug, device, or medical service), marital status, partnership status, caregiver status, domestic violence victim status, familial status, military status, unemployment status, genetic information (including genetic characteristics), citizenship or immigration status, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.

Salary Description

$72,000 - $85,000

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Industries

  Design Services and Civil Engineering

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