Civil Engineer - Bridge Design

Woolpert; Orlando, Miami (FL, FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible paid time off/vacation

Career development opportunities

Health, vision, and dental insurance

Fitness reimbursement

Job summary

Woolpert is looking for a Bridge Design Engineer to join the Transportation team in Florida. The role involves working on diverse transportation projects including bridge and culvert designs while collaborating with various disciplines.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, a minimum of 8 years of experience, and must have or be able to obtain a Florida PE License. Benefits include flexible working hours and comprehensive health insurance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of experience related to bridge engineering.
• Ability to work autonomously and contribute to sales support.
• Strong knowledge of Florida DOT and AASHTO standards.

Responsibilities

• Complete bridge design and engineering tasks with a diverse team.
• Lead design tasks for bridge and culvert structures.
• Prepare analyses, load ratings, and project reports.

Skills

Bridge design

AutoCAD Civil3D

Finite element modeling

Strong written and oral communication skills

Mentorship

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering

Florida PE License or ability to obtain within 6 months

Tools

OpenBridge Designer

Bentley MicroStation/OpenRoads Designer

Job description

We seek to move the world forward through innovative thinking.

Woolpert is an award‑winning, global leader in architecture, engineering, and geospatial services. We blend design excellence with cutting‑edge technology to deliver exceptional client value. Our team is passionate about their work and committed to building the next generation of industry leaders, and as a certified Great Place to Work®, Woolpert embraces progress and innovation to create limitless opportunities for career growth.

Position Overview

Woolpert is seeking a Bridge Design Engineer to join our growing Transportation team in one of our Florida locations. As a bridge engineer, you will be involved in diverse transportation projects spanning multiple locations, clients, complexity, and size. In addition to steel and concrete bridges, you will be exposed to work involving retaining walls, culverts, and other unique specialties, including pedestrian timber suspension bridges and covered bridge rehabilitations. Given the wide range of markets within Woolpert, our engineers often collaborate with disciplines outside of the transportation group, providing structural design support for our Energy, Aviation, and Water Resources practices.

We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Applicants must already possess work authorization in the country the job is located.

What You Will Do

• Work as part of a diverse team of Licensed Professionals, EITs, and interns to complete bridge and other transportation tasks.
• Lead and perform design for various aspects of bridge, retaining wall, and culvert design.
• Prepare project analyses, load ratings, structure type studies, construction plans, and reports related to infrastructure projects.
• Demonstrate knowledge and application of engineering principles and ability to complete design and analysis calculations.
• Review or check design calculations, engineering estimates, and plans developed by others.
• Perform hydraulic studies in relation to bridge design development.
• Provide mentorship and support to other engineers.

What You Will Bring

• Must be ABET Accredited
• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering.
• Minimum of 8 years of professional experience with understanding of bridge design and engineering principles.
• Florida PE License (or can be obtained within 6 months of employment).
• Experience in steel and concrete design.
• Experience with bridge analysis software (OpenBridge Designer, finite element modeling, line girder analysis).
• Strong written and oral communication skills and report writing ability.
• Florida is an emerging territory for Woolpert transportation; therefore, the ability to work autonomously is required. In addition, sales support or industry involvement may be required to assist in growing the region.
• Ability to work in AutoCAD Civil3D or Bentley MicroStation/OpenRoads Designer.Strong knowledge of Florida DOT and AASHTO design standards.
• Must be located or willing to relocate to one of the cities listed in the job posting.

Benefits You Will Love

• Freedom to Work program: Set your own schedule and location (as appropriate).
• Principal program: Earn the opportunity to become an owner of the firm.
• Flexible paid time off/vacation: Take time off when it makes sense for you and your team.
• Career development: Explore a wide range of learning and growth opportunities within and across industries.
• Health, life, vision, and dental insurance: Cover all your medical bases.
• Paid sick time, retirement plan, fitness reimbursement, pet insurance, identity protection, technology stipend, employee assistance program, and more!

Base pay offered may vary depending on job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Woolpert is an equal‑opportunity employer. Woolpert is committed to the full inclusion of all individuals. We recruit, train, compensate, and promote regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law. You may view more about EEO on our website: Equal-Employment-Opportunity-The-Law.pdf and EEO is the Law Poster Supplement.

Applicants who require an accommodation throughout the application and interview process should request this in advance by contacting [e-mail].