Project Engineer - Structural (Bridge Design)

MSA Professional Services, Inc; Champaign (IL); Hybrid; USD 79,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a full-time Project Engineer - Structural to join their innovative bridge design team in Champaign, IL. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on state and local bridge projects across multiple states, providing structural design expertise while collaborating with a diverse group of experienced engineers. The ideal candidate will bring strong project management skills and a passion for leadership, mentoring graduate engineers and driving business development. With hybrid work options and a commitment to professional growth, this position promises a fulfilling career path in a supportive environment that values teamwork and innovation.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid Time Off (17 days minimum)

Paid Holidays (8 holidays annually)

Paid Parental Leave

Life and disability insurance

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

401k Retirement Savings Plan

Short Term Incentive Program

Qualifications

• 4+ years of bridge design experience required.
• PE license in Wisconsin, Minnesota, or Iowa is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Manage state and local bridge projects effectively.
• Prepare structural design calculations for various structures.

Skills

Project Management

Structural Design

Communication Skills

Leadership Skills

Client Relationship Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Job description

Overview

We are currently seeking a full-time Project Engineer - Structural to join our bridge design team in our Champaign, IL office. Hybrid and flexible work arrangements are available based upon experience.

This position will partner with our experienced team of bridge designers to provide structural design expertise on state and local bridge projects in Wisconsin, Minnesota, and Iowa. Our growing team includes experienced and graduate transportation staff in Wisconsin, Minnesota, and Iowa, providing you with technical support as well as mentorship for your success.

Responsibilities

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Provide project management for state and local bridge projects
• Prepare structural design calculations for bridges and other transportation structures
• Provide leadership and mentoring to graduate engineers
• Perform field investigations to evaluate structural conditions, and develop repair alternatives
• Communicate with clients, agencies, stakeholders, and the public
• Business development related to bridge infrastructure with current and future clients

Qualifications

WHAT YOU BRING

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering required with an emphasis in structures preferred
• 4+ years of prior bridge design experience required
• PE license in Wisconsin, Minnesota, or Iowa required
• AutoCAD and/or MicroStation proficiency preferred
• The ideal candidate will have experience coordinating with Departments of Transportation
• Previous experience with client relationships preferred
• Must have exceptional verbal and written communication skills as well as solid leadership and collaboration skills
• This position requires you to have authorization to work in the United States for any employer. We will not provide sponsorship for this position.

The salary for this position ranges from $79,000 to $126,500 per year commensurate with experience. Higher compensation within this range will be paid to candidates with significant experience and exceptional qualifications.

WHY MSA?

• Better Together– A collaborative work environment that promotes open doors, new ideas and honest opinions.
• Multi-disciplinary Opportunities– As multi-talented people in a multi-disciplinary firm, we encourage everyone to follow their interests, seek new experiences and apply their skills where they feel most impactful.
• We’ve Got Your Back– Support when you need it, independence when you don’t. We’re 400+ team members strong, operating as one cohesive MSA.
• Passion & Purpose– We’re passionate about what we do and proud of it! Join us to share inspirations, “geek out” and think big.
• Pay & Perks– We offer competitive industry pay and a variety of perks — just a few of the things that make us uniquely MSA.
• Work-Life Integration – Life doesn’t stop when the workday begins. MSA supports our employees as professionals, parents, citizens and friends — with the understanding and flexibility to meet your obligations and balance your time.
• Commitment to Learning– We support the professional aspirations of our employees with ongoing training options, tuition reimbursement opportunities, and the technology to keep us connected, creative and competitive.
• Community Engagement– We give back to the communities in which we live, work and play. MSA employee owners are volunteers, educators, STEM outreach participants and event attendees, supported by dedicated corporate sponsorship and donations initiatives.

BEST IN INDUSTRY BENEFITS

There’s more! Eligible employees will also enjoy the following benefits:

• Quality Insurance Options– Medical, dental and vision coverage for you, your spouse or domestic partner and eligible dependents — all starting on your date of hire (no waiting period).
• Paid Time Off – All full-time employees will receive, at minimum, 17 days of paid time off in the first year alone.
• Paid Holidays– MSA offers time off pay for 8 holidays in every calendar year.
• Paid Parental Leave– Both parents will receive 2 weeks of paid time off and birth parents are eligible for additional paid time off under MSA’s Short Term Paid Leave. The paid 2 weeks of time also applies to adoption and foster care placement.
• Supplemental Insurance– MSA pays 100% for all employees to have life insurance, long-term disability insurance and short-term disability insurance.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)– MSA is an ESOP S-Corporation, which means that our company is 100% owned by us! Through the ESOP, eligible employees receive MSA stock in the form of company shares as a percentage of compensation, at no cost to the employee.
• 401k Retirement Savings Plan– Employees can also choose to participate in a 401k plan, with a generous employer match that is immediately 100% vested.
• Short Term Incentive(STIP)– This program rewards employees who meet performance goals with a one-time annual STIP payment as a percentage of their eligible compensation — recognition of individual accomplishments and achieving organizational goals. STIP payments are awarded if MSA reaches its corporate financial plan for the year.

MSA is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. At MSA, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. If you are unable to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at [e-mail]

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