Lead Bridge Structural Engineer — Remote/Hybrid

Baxter & Woodman; Peoria Heights (IL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental plans

Vision plans

Employee Assistance Program

401k plans

Employee Stock Ownership program

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Flexible work arrangements

Work from home Fridays

Job summary

Baxter & Woodman seeks a Bridge Structural Engineer to design bridges and retaining walls across Illinois and beyond, collaborating with state, county, and local agencies. The role emphasizes safety, quality designs, and interdisciplinary teamwork.

You will work on IDOT and Federal Aid projects, travel within Illinois, and contribute to design-build efforts, with opportunities for professional growth and flexible arrangements where possible.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience completing Structural Engineering design plans and studies.
• Ability to travel throughout Baxter & Woodman’s Illinois service areas (own transportation) and attend client and in office meetings as required.
• Ability to independently handle a variety of ongoing tasks and responsibilities.
• Strong written, verbal, computer, and organizational skills.
• Work within a Team-first culture that encourages individual development and accomplishment of goals.

Responsibilities

• Complete bridge and retaining wall design plans following IDOT, Illinois Tollway, other state DOT, and AASHTO standards.
• Complete or assist with IDOT or Local Agency Federal Aid Phase I and II projects for a variety of clients.
• Lead or assist with a variety of structural engineering studies in Illinois, Wisconsin, Florida and Texas.
• Complete general structural engineering services for municipal, county and state clients including inspections, evaluation reports, and plan reviews.

Skills

Bridge design

Structural analysis

Travel availability

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

B.S. Civil Engineering

Tools

MicroStation

Job description

Baxter & Woodman seeks a Bridge Structural Engineer to design bridges and retaining walls across Illinois and beyond, collaborating with state, county, and local agencies. The role emphasizes safety, quality designs, and interdisciplinary teamwork.

You will work on IDOT and Federal Aid projects, travel within Illinois, and contribute to design-build efforts, with opportunities for professional growth and flexible arrangements where possible.