Lead Structural Bridge Engineer — Rail & Transit Projects

Parsons; New York (NY); On-site; USD 112,000 - 196,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

medical

dental

vision

paid time off

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

401(k)

life insurance

flexible work schedules

holidays

Job summary

Parsons is seeking a Sr Structural Bridge Engineer SME to join our team on the Hudson Tunnel Project, the premier infrastructure initiative in the US. The role demands technical leadership in design, review, and construction oversight of bridge elements, ensuring compliance with standards and safety requirements.

You will collaborate with project managers, engineers, and contractors, guiding constructability, value engineering, and risk mitigation while supporting schedules and cost estimation

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in civil engineering or structural engineering.
• PE license is required.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in bridge and structural engineering on large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Experience with federally funded projects and regulatory compliance is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and review of bridge and structural components ensuring compliance with project specifications, standards, and regulations.
• Provide construction oversight and field support, review submittals, RFIs, and change orders.
• Support quality assurance with testing, inspections, and documentation for bridge structures.
• Assist in project controls, risk management, and technical reporting.

Skills

Bridge design

Project management

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in civil/structural engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

Structural engineering software

Job description

Parsons is seeking a Sr Structural Bridge Engineer SME to join our team on the Hudson Tunnel Project, the premier infrastructure initiative in the US. The role demands technical leadership in design, review, and construction oversight of bridge elements, ensuring compliance with standards and safety requirements.

You will collaborate with project managers, engineers, and contractors, guiding constructability, value engineering, and risk mitigation while supporting schedules and cost estimation