Lead Bridge Engineer - Hybrid Role, Flexible Schedule

CME Associates; Adrian (MI); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) w/ company match

Health insurance w/ HSA option, Vision

Flexible schedule

Paid time off

Referral program

Tuition reimbursement

Catalytic Coaching - development plan

Job summary

The Mannik & Smith Group (MSG) seeks an Experienced Bridge Engineer to lead innovative bridge and structural projects across Michigan, with potential to work across state lines. This hybrid role offers flexibility to work remotely and report to Michigan or Ohio offices as needed.

You will contribute to planning, design, and delivery of bridge structures, collaborating with roadway and geotechnical teams, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring adherence to MDOT and AASHTO standards.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of bridge design and structural engineering.
• MI PE license required.
• Experience with MDOT and MDOT LAP projects.
• Proficiency with AASHTO LRFD standards.
• Proficiency with MicroStation and OpenRoads

Responsibilities

• Lead and perform bridge and structural design — including layout, analysis, and plan development — in accordance with MDOT and AASHTO standards.
• Contribute to the 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 engineering

Michigan PE license

MDOT projects

AASHTO LRFD

MicroStation

OpenRoads

Civil 3D

Load rating software

Teamwork

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

Tools

Merlin Dash

MathCAD

AASHTOWare BrR

Job description

The Mannik & Smith Group (MSG) seeks an Experienced Bridge Engineer to lead innovative bridge and structural projects across Michigan, with potential to work across state lines. This hybrid role offers flexibility to work remotely and report to Michigan or Ohio offices as needed.

You will contribute to planning, design, and delivery of bridge structures, collaborating with roadway and geotechnical teams, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring adherence to MDOT and AASHTO standards.