Bridge Engineer I — Hybrid Work & Mentorship

Farnsworth Group; Champaign (IL); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

Hybrid Work Program

Professional development

Job summary

Farnsworth Group is seeking a Bridge Associate I to contribute to the design and analysis of bridge projects, performing structural calculations and developing construction plans. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and gain hands‑on experience on DOT and transportation client work, with growth opportunities and mentorship.

The role requires a structural engineering degree and up to 2 years of bridge design experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Structural Engineering required.
• 0-2 years’ experience designing structural systems for bridge projects.
• Knowledge of MicroStation and/or AutoCAD, or other engineering design software.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Interest and/or familiarity with Department of Transportation (DOT) standards and procedures.
• Valid state driver’s license and ability to pass motor vehicle check.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural analysis of bridge and infrastructure project elements.
• Develop load calculations and structural design computations for project components.
• Prepare organized, detailed structural calculations and technical documentation.
• Design and draft structural elements, details, and connection designs.
• Develop plans and specifications using MicroStation software.
• Prepare complete and reviewable task deliverables that meet quality standards.
• Complete assigned tasks on schedule and within project budgets.
• Work independently under the guidance of Project Managers and Project Engineers.
• Review and check structural calculations and design work.
• Participate in coordination meetings with multidisciplinary project teams.

Skills

Bridge design

Structural analysis

DOT familiarity

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Structural Engineering

Master’s degree in Structural Engineering preferred

Engineer in Training (EIT) preferred

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Job description

Farnsworth Group is seeking a Bridge Associate I to contribute to the design and analysis of bridge projects, performing structural calculations and developing construction plans. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and gain hands‑on experience on DOT and transportation client work, with growth opportunities and mentorship.

The role requires a structural engineering degree and up to 2 years of bridge design experience.