Lead Bridge Project Engineer - Hybrid Nebraska

Benesch; Lincoln (NE); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Benesch is a growing multidisciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm committed to delivering infrastructure improvements across Nebraska and beyond. The Structural Project Engineer role offers exposure to bridge replacement, rehabilitation, and complex transportation projects, with opportunities to mentor staff and manage design deliverables.

The position supports a hybrid work schedule with a Nebraska office footprint (Omaha, Lincoln, Bellevue, Grand Island) and

Qualifications

• BS in Civil or Structural Engineering; MS preferred.
• PE License in Nebraska or eligible via reciprocity.
• 5+ years of bridge design experience.
• Experience with NDOT or municipalities.
• Strong organization and leadership; able to meet budgets and schedules.
• Proficient in structural design software: Leap Bridge, LUSUS, Midas, OpenBridge.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineer on bridge replacement and rehabilitation projects.
• Mentor junior staff and develop structural team.
• Prepare and review structural and geometrical calculations.
• Own design calculation files and ensure QC reviews.
• Coordinate plans, specifications, cost estimates with DOT standards.
• Collaborate with Project Manager and lead designers on projects.

Skills

Bridge design

Leadership

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

BS in Civil/Structural Engineering

MS in Structural Engineering (plus)

Tools

Leap Bridge

LUSUS

Midas

OpenBridge

Job description

Benesch is a growing multidisciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm committed to delivering infrastructure improvements across Nebraska and beyond. The Structural Project Engineer role offers exposure to bridge replacement, rehabilitation, and complex transportation projects, with opportunities to mentor staff and manage design deliverables.

The position supports a hybrid work schedule with a Nebraska office footprint (Omaha, Lincoln, Bellevue, Grand Island) and