Bridge Engineer

Conrad Consulting; Connecticut; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Career development

Mentoring opportunities

Exposure to major infrastructure work

Job summary

Conrad Consulting, in collaboration with a nationally recognized engineering consultancy, seeks a Structural Bridge Engineer to join its Connecticut team. If you’re a licensed Professional Engineer with bridge design, rehabilitation, and transportation structures expertise, this is your opportunity to lead technically challenging projects while advancing your leadership skills.

You’ll contribute to landmark transportation projects across North America and benefit from a hybrid working

Qualifications

• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Connecticut.
• 5+ years of experience in bridge engineering or transportation structures.
• Strong background in bridge design, rehabilitation, and structural analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead the structural design and delivery of bridge engineering projects from concept through final design.
• Design new bridges and rehabilitation solutions for existing transportation structures.
• Perform structural analysis, design calculations, and prepare construction documents.
• Complete bridge load rating analysis using AASHTOWare BrR.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary transportation teams throughout project delivery.
• Review shop drawings, engineering calculations, and technical submissions.
• Conduct site visits to verify existing conditions and resolve construction issues.
• Mentor junior engineers and support their technical development.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Mentoring

Project planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

STAAD

SAP2000

CSI software

AASHTOWare BrR

AutoCAD

OpenBridge Modeler

Job description

Looking to take the next step in your bridge engineering career with a firm delivering some of the most significant transportation infrastructure projects across North America?

We're working with a nationally recognized engineering consultancy looking to add a Structural Bridge Engineer to its growing Connecticut team. If you're a licensed Professional Engineer with experience in bridge design, bridge rehabilitation, and transportation structures, this is an opportunity to work on technically challenging projects while continuing to develop your leadership skills in a collaborative environment.

You’ll join a highly respected bridge engineering team delivering projects that improve how communities connect, travel, and grow. From major bridge replacements to complex rehabilitation programs, you’ll play a key role in projects that have a lasting impact while benefiting from flexible hybrid working, excellent career development, and exposure to nationally recognized infrastructure programs.

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead the structural design and delivery of bridge engineering projects from concept through final design.
• Design new bridges and rehabilitation solutions for existing transportation structures.
• Perform structural analysis, design calculations, and prepare construction documents.
• Complete bridge load rating analysis using AASHTOWare BrR.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary transportation teams throughout project delivery.
• Review shop drawings, engineering calculations, and technical submissions.
• Conduct site visits to verify existing conditions and resolve construction issues.
• Respond to RFIs and provide technical support during construction.
• Mentor junior engineers and support their technical development.
• Assist with project planning, budgeting, scheduling, staffing, and quality management.
• Build strong relationships with clients and help ensure successful project delivery.

What We're Looking For

• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Connecticut.
• 5+ years of experience in bridge engineering or transportation structures.
• Strong background in bridge design, rehabilitation, and structural analysis.
• Experience with:
• STAAD
• SAP2000
• CSI software
• AASHTOWare BrR
• AutoCAD
• OpenBridge Modeler
• Knowledge of:
• AASHTO
• AISC
• ASCE
• ACI
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (Master's preferred).

What's In It For You?

• Hybrid and flexible working environment.
• Work on landmark transportation and bridge engineering projects across North America.
• Clear career progression with structured professional development.
• Opportunity to mentor engineers and expand your project management experience.
• Collaborative culture focused on innovation and technical excellence.
• Strong investment in employee development, technical training, and professional growth.
• Community involvement, employee resource groups, and volunteer opportunities.