Bridge Project Engineer – Hybrid, Lead Design & Rating

Fisher Associates; City of Rochester (NY); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Professional development reimbursement

Tuition assistance

Employee groups focused on community &

Job summary

Fisher Associates in Rochester, NY is seeking a Bridge Project Engineer (PE) to lead bridge design and load rating efforts across Finger Lakes and Upstate New York projects. You will oversee design deliverables, coordinate with clients and agencies, mentor junior staff, and ensure code-compliant transportation structures.

The role emphasizes technical leadership, review of plans, and collaboration with DOTs, inspectors, and subconsultants on design plans, estimates, and construction-support

Qualifications

• B.S. in Civil Engineering or related field required; Master’s preferred.
• 10+ years of transportation experience with structures, bridge design, inspection, load rating, and project delivery.
• PE license preferred or ability to obtain it.
• Proficiency in MicroStation, STAAD, and PENNDOT bridge design software.

Responsibilities

• Lead bridge design tasks including load rating, structural analysis, and foundation design.
• Develop design plans, specifications, cost estimates, and technical deliverables.
• Support client coordination, regulatory approvals, and construction-phase services.
• Review plans for quality, constructability, and code compliance; mentor junior staff.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, inspectors, subconsultants, clients, and agencies.

Skills

Project management

Client service

Critical thinking

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Collaboration

Communication skills

Integrity

Active listening

Education

B.S. in Civil Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

MicroStation

STAAD

PENNDOT software

Job description

Fisher Associates in Rochester, NY is seeking a Bridge Project Engineer (PE) to lead bridge design and load rating efforts across Finger Lakes and Upstate New York projects. You will oversee design deliverables, coordinate with clients and agencies, mentor junior staff, and ensure code-compliant transportation structures.

The role emphasizes technical leadership, review of plans, and collaboration with DOTs, inspectors, and subconsultants on design plans, estimates, and construction-support