Bridge Engineer I (Transportation) - Entry Level

WGI; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

LTD & STD

Life Insurance

401k with match

PTO

Holidays

HSA with company contribution

Pet insurance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

WGI is seeking an Engineer I (Transportation - Bridges) to join our Raleigh team, with opportunities to contribute to design development, calculations, and drafting under close supervision. This entry-level role supports project teams across disciplines, gaining exposure to tools, standards, and client coordination in a mentored environment.

The position requires a Bachelor's in engineering (Master's a plus), 0–4 years of experience, and an EIT or plan to obtain it within six months.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering; 0–4 years of relevant experience; EIT certification or intent to obtain within six months.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CAD tools; familiarity with design standards.
• Knowledge of AASHTO LRFD, AISC, PCI is preferred; willingness to learn industry practices.

Responsibilities

• Support engineers and project managers with design development, calculations, documentation, and production tasks under close supervision.
• Participate in team meetings and project coordination efforts, assisting with task tracking and follow up items.
• Communicate effectively with internal team members and managers to share progress, ask questions, and seek guidance.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to gain exposure to integrated project delivery and cross‑discipline coordination.

Skills

MS Office

Structural analysis

Team collaboration

Communication

CAD experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in related engineering

Master's degree a plus

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Job description

WGI is seeking an Engineer I (Transportation - Bridges) to join our Raleigh team, with opportunities to contribute to design development, calculations, and drafting under close supervision. This entry-level role supports project teams across disciplines, gaining exposure to tools, standards, and client coordination in a mentored environment.

The position requires a Bachelor's in engineering (Master's a plus), 0–4 years of experience, and an EIT or plan to obtain it within six months.