Bridge Engineer: Inspections, Rehab & Growth

DeKalb Health; Shelton (CT); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

GPI in Shelton, Connecticut, is seeking a Bridge Engineer with 2 to 8 years of bridge engineering experience to join our transportation team. The role involves inspections, load ratings, rehabilitation, and replacement designs for public-sector clients throughout Connecticut and the Northeast.

You will collaborate with experienced structural engineers and project managers on transportation infrastructure projects while expanding your technical expertise and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with a structural emphasis.
• 2 to 8 years of bridge engineering experience.
• EIT certification required; Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain preferred.
• NHI Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges certification a plus.
• Experience with bridge inspection and load rating projects a plus.
• Experience using AASHTOWare BrR software is a plus.
• Proficiency with MicroStation/AutoCAD, structural analysis software, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong organizational, communication, and technical writing skills.
• Ability to work effectively in both office and field environments.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural analysis and design for bridge rehabilitation, replacement, and maintenance projects.
• Prepare bridge plans, specifications, reports, and construction documents.
• Conduct bridge inspections in accordance with FHWA, NBIS, and state DOT requirements.
• Assist with the preparation of bridge inspection reports and maintenance recommendations.
• Perform bridge load ratings utilizing current AASHTO methodologies and software.
• Develop engineering calculations, cost estimates, and technical studies.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, including highway, traffic, environmental, and construction staff.
• Participate in field visits, site assessments, and client meetings.
• Support project delivery from planning through final design and construction.

Skills

Bridge engineering

Structural analysis

Technical writing

Microsoft Office

MicroStation/AutoCAD

Communication

Field work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with a structural emphasis

Tools

AASHTOWare BrR

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

GPI in Shelton, Connecticut, is seeking a Bridge Engineer with 2 to 8 years of bridge engineering experience to join our transportation team. The role involves inspections, load ratings, rehabilitation, and replacement designs for public-sector clients throughout Connecticut and the Northeast.

You will collaborate with experienced structural engineers and project managers on transportation infrastructure projects while expanding your technical expertise and professional growth.