Bridge Engineer in Training (EIT) – Tampa/Orlando

Volkert, Inc.; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Medical, Dental, & Vision

401(k) retirement plan + employer fit

Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays

Employer-Paid Life/AD&D insurance

Disability insurance

Wellness incentives

Student Debt Retirement Match

Additional voluntary benefits

Job summary

Volkert, Inc. is seeking a Structural Bridge Engineer in Training (E.I.) for our Southeast Region in Tampa or Orlando, FL. A Bachelor’s degree in Structural or Civil Engineering and EIT certification are required.

The role supports a team on projects including bridges, walls, load ratings, and drawings, using MicroStation and AutoCAD. FDOT experience is preferred, with a focus on safe, efficient designs and compliant documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Structural or Civil Engineering.
• Emphasis in structural knowledge.
• 1–5 years of structural engineering experience (preferably FDOT).
• FDOT experience desired but not required.
• EIT certification required.
• Experience with MicroStation.

Responsibilities

• Perform assignments requiring knowledge of basic structural engineering principles.
• Assist design and analysis for highway bridges and retaining walls.
• Prepare project quantities and cost estimates.
• Analyze structures using structural software.
• Prepare structural calculations and details for steel and concrete.
• Create drawings in Open Bridge, MicroStation, and AutoCAD.
• Collaborate with the Structures Team.

Skills

Structural knowledge

FDOT familiarity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Structural or Civil Engineering

EIT Certification

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Job description

Volkert, Inc. is seeking a Structural Bridge Engineer in Training (E.I.) for our Southeast Region in Tampa or Orlando, FL. A Bachelor’s degree in Structural or Civil Engineering and EIT certification are required.

The role supports a team on projects including bridges, walls, load ratings, and drawings, using MicroStation and AutoCAD. FDOT experience is preferred, with a focus on safe, efficient designs and compliant documentation.