Bridge Engineer

Align; Lansing (MI); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Hybrid schedule

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Holidays

401(k)

Job summary

Fishbeck is seeking a Bridge Engineer to join our Michigan Transportation team. You will collaborate with experienced engineers on bridge design, analysis, plan preparation, and load rating for MDOT and local municipalities, with opportunities for fieldwork and inspections.

This full-time role offers hybrid schedules, competitive benefits, and a path toward Engineer-in-Training certification and PE licensure as you contribute to high-profile transportation projects across Grand Rapids, Lansing,

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering is required.
• 0–4+ years of bridge engineering experience is desired.
• Engineer-in-Training certification is desired; Professional Engineer license is a plus.
• Internship or bridge design experience with AASHTO LRFD is a plus.
• Knowledge of MDOT bridge standards and design manuals is preferred.
• Experience with Bentley OpenRoads or MicroStation is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work with experienced engineers on bridge design, analysis, calculations, and plan preparation.
• Support occasional fieldwork related to bridge safety inspections, bridge project scoping, and bridge load rating.
• Assist in developing project budgets, schedules, reports, and technical documentation.
• Apply civil engineering principles and specialized design software to support high-quality transportation projects.
• Collaborate with Fishbeck technical staff across disciplines to deliver bridge design and consulting engineering services, primarily for MDOT and local municipalities.

Skills

Verbal communication

Computer skills

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Project planning

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Tools

Bentley OpenRoads Designer

MicroStation

LEAP Bridge Concrete/Steel

MDX Steel Design

AASHTOWare-BrR

Job description

Location: Grand Rapids, Lansing, or Farmington Hills, MI

Employment Type: Full-Time

For over 70 years Fishbeck has been building. As a 100% employee-owned firm, every team member has a stake in what we build together—our work, our reputation, and our future. Now we need to add a Bridge Engineer to help us keep building.

Working with our Michigan Transportation team, you will support bridge design, analysis, plan preparation, inspections, scoping, load rating, and related consulting engineering services for MDOT and local municipality projects.

What You’ll Do

• Work with experienced professional engineers on bridge design, analysis, calculations, and plan preparation.
• Support occasional fieldwork related to bridge safety inspections, bridge project scoping, and bridge load rating.
• Assist in developing project budgets, schedules, reports, and technical documentation.
• Apply civil engineering principles and specialized design software to support high-quality transportation projects.
• Collaborate with Fishbeck technical staff across disciplines to deliver bridge design and consulting engineering services, primarily for MDOT and local municipalities.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering.
• 0–4+ years of related bridge engineering experience desired.
• Engineer-in-Training certification desired; Professional Engineer license is a plus.
• Internship or bridge design experience with working knowledge of AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications is a plus.
• Preferred knowledge of MDOT bridge standards and design manuals.
• Preferred knowledge of Bentley OpenRoads Designer or MicroStation software.
• Knowledge of design software such as LEAP Bridge Concrete and Steel Design, MDX Steel Design,or AASHTOWare-BrR
• Excellent computer skills and verbal communication skills.
• Self-motivated, quality-focused, collaborative, and capable of planning work effectively in a project team environment.

What We Offer

Our staff members enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Wellness reimbursement and activities
• Reimbursement and support for tuition, continuing education, and professional/personal development
• Vacation and sick time, volunteer PTO, parental leave, and paid holidays
• Opportunities for hybrid and flexible schedules
• 401(k), profit sharing, and stock ownership opportunities (employee ownership)
• And more!

We are an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.

Build Your Future Here

Candidates for this position can reside in the Grand Rapids, Lansing, or Farmington Hills, MI market.