Mid-level Structural Bridge Engineer

LJB Inc.; Kernersville (NC); On-site; USD 95,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

LJB Inc. in North Carolina is seeking a Structural Bridge Engineer to join our Transportation Practice. You will lead bridge and hydraulic design efforts, collaborating with teams to deliver safe, resilient infrastructure across NC and beyond.

The ideal candidate brings a NC PE, 5–10 years of bridge/culvert design experience, and expertise with HEC-RAS, HY-8, OpenBridge Designer, and MicroStation. You will mentor junior engineers, coordinate projects, and help shape innovative solutions for our

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.
• North Carolina PE license.
• 5-10 years bridge/culvert design experience.
• NCDOT design guidelines, procedures, and plan preparation.
• AASHTO LRFD knowledge.
• CAD plan development with MicroStation/ORD/OpenBridge Designer.
• Hydraulic design analysis with HEC-RAS and HY-8.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate on analysis and design of bridges and related structures.
• Perform and review bridge hydraulic analyses including HEC-RAS.
• Coordinate with infrastructure teams to ensure FEMA/FHWA/NCDOT criteria.
• Lead bridge projects and manage schedules, budgets, and deliverables.
• Support teams in other offices with bridge and hydraulic design tasks.
• Mentor junior engineers and perform QC reviews of deliverables.
• Develop memorandums, specifications, feasibility studies, and reports.
• Support proposal development.

Skills

Bridge design experience

Hydraulic analysis

OpenBridge Designer

HEC-RAS

Coordination with teams

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

North Carolina PE license

Tools

MicroStation/ORD

OpenBridge Designer

HY-8

Bentley FlowMaster

Job description

Brief Description

Join a Growing National Engineering Firm Shaping the Future of Infrastructure! As a growing, forward-thinking firm,

As a growing, forward-thinking firm, LJB Inc. is expanding our impact across the country by delivering innovative, community-focused engineering solutions. Founded in 1966, we specialize in civil and structural engineering, with additional expertise in geospatial, safety, and environmental services. Our broad technical capabilities and diverse client base have allowed us to deliver successful projects in all 50 states and several countries.

Within our Transportation Practice, LJB has spent more than five decades designing infrastructure that connects people, supports communities, and improves quality of life. As a full-service team, we bring deep technical expertise and a collaborative mindset to every project - creating safe, efficient, and forward-thinking transportation solutions.

We are currently seeking a Structural Bridge Engineer to join one of our NC offices. In this role, you will have an immediate impact on our firm as we strive to provide the best solutions for our clients. We are looking for a motivated professional with a forward-thinking mindset, strong analytical problem-solving skills, and a collaborative spirit. The ideal candidate will bring innovative ideas, a professional attitude, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Salary Range

$95,000 - $160,000 based upon experience, certifications, and regional market standards.

Benefits

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Structural Bridge Engineer Essential Functions

• Collaborate with the team on the analysis and design of bridges and related structures, including steel and prestressed concrete beams, concrete slabs, pedestrian bridges, culverts, retaining walls, grade separations, stream crossings, bridge rehabilitations, and design-build pursuits.
• Perform and review bridge hydraulic analyses, including HEC-RAS modeling, scour evaluations, and waterway adequacy assessments to support bridge and culvert design.
• Coordinate with infrastructure teams to ensure compliance with FEMA, FHWA, and NCDOT hydraulic design criteria and to support state floodplain permitting and documentation.
• Lead bridge projects and coordinate tasks as a bridge task coordinator, managing schedules, budgets, and deliverables.
• Support teams in other offices with bridge and hydraulic design tasks and plan production.
• Mentor junior engineers and perform quality control reviews of structural and hydraulic deliverables.
• Develop technical memorandums, specifications, feasibility studies, evaluations, and reports, and support proposal development.
• Other duties as assigned.

Structural Bridge Engineer Essential Credentials

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
• North Carolina PE
• 5-10 years of bridge/culvert design experience.
• NCDOT bridge design experience and thorough understanding of NCDOT design guidelines, procedures, and plan preparation.
• Thorough knowledge of AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications and Manual for Bridge Evaluation.
• Experience with CAD plan development, MicroStation/ORD, Open Bridge Designer.
• Experience completing drainage and hydrologic studies and bridge hydraulic design analysis utilizing HEC-RAS and HY-8

Preferred Qualifications

• A master’s degree in Civil Engineering with a structural emphasis is preferred.
• Familiarity with Bentley OpenFlows FlowMaster and interpreting FEMA floodway data and StreamStats is preferred.

Core Skills

• Project Coordination, Quality Control, and Mentorship
• Technical Writing, Proposal Support, and Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Excellent Communication skills

Why Join LJB?

This role offers the opportunity to lead meaningful bridge and hydraulic design work that directly supports safe, resilient transportation infrastructure across North Carolina and beyond. As part of LJB's collaborative Transportation Practice, you'll contribute to impactful projects, mentor emerging talent, and help shape innovative solutions for communities and clients.

LJB Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees are valued, respected, and have the opportunity to succeed. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other protected status under applicable law. If you are a self-starting individual who wishes to join an established team that believes in excellence in the workplace, this opportunity is for you.

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