Hybrid Senior Bridge Engineer — MDOT Projects Lead

The Mannik & Smith Group, Inc.; Lansing (MI); Hybrid; USD 70,257,600 - 97,809,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) w/ company match

Health insurance w/ HSA option

Flexible schedule

Paid time off

Referral program

Tuition reimbursement

Catalytic Coaching

Job summary

The Mannik & Smith Group, Inc. (MSG) is a people focused, award‑winning, full‑service consulting firm with civil/structural engineering expertise.

MSG is seeking an Experienced Bridge Engineer in Lansing, MI to lead bridge projects and drive technical excellence in collaboration with our Transportation team. This hybrid role allows remote work with occasional office reporting to Michigan or Ohio locations as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• 8+ years of bridge design and structural engineering experience.
• Michigan PE license required.
• Experience with MDOT and/or MDOT LAP projects.
• Proficiency with AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design standards.
• Software: MicroStation and OpenRoads; Civil 3D a plus.
• Experience with AASHTOWare BrR, Merlin Dash, MathCAD, or equivalent load rating and design software.
• Strong communication and teamwork; able to work independently or with teams.
• Proactive with technical excellence.

Responsibilities

• Lead and perform bridge and structural design—layout, analysis, and plan development—per MDOT/AASHTO standards.
• Contribute to full project lifecycle, from concept through construction, across a variety of bridge types and complexities.
• Prepare bridge layouts, material quantity calculations, and construction specifications for new and rehabilitated structures.
• Perform QA/QC reviews to ensure technical accuracy and quality deliverables.
• Collaborate closely with roadway, geotechnical, and other engineering teams to deliver coordinated project solutions.
• Manage and coordinate projects, communicating effectively with clients, partners, and team members.
• Mentor and support other engineers while continuing to grow leadership and technical expertise.

Skills

Bridge design

Structural analysis

Project leadership

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor's in Civil or Structural Eng

Tools

MicroStation

OpenRoads

Civil 3D

AASHTOWare BrR

Merlin Dash

MathCAD

Job description

The Mannik & Smith Group, Inc. (MSG) is a people focused, award‑winning, full‑service consulting firm with civil/structural engineering expertise.

MSG is seeking an Experienced Bridge Engineer in Lansing, MI to lead bridge projects and drive technical excellence in collaboration with our Transportation team. This hybrid role allows remote work with occasional office reporting to Michigan or Ohio locations as needed.