Senior Bridge Design Engineer (20+ Years Experience)

Greenman-Pedersen, Inc; Melville (NY); On-site; USD 165,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

ESOP

Medical/dental/vision plans

Paid time off

and more

Job summary

Greenman-Pedersen, Inc. (GPI) seeks a Senior Bridge Design Engineer in Melville, NY, to lead complex bridge projects, mentor engineers, and drive technical excellence within our Structures group.

The role requires 20+ years of bridge design, NY PE, and a strong track record with AASHTO and NYSDOT standards; you will collaborate with public-sector clients and cross-disciplinary teams to deliver safe, durable infrastructure while growing GPI’s bridge practice in New York.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (Master’s preferred).
• Professional Engineer license required; New York PE required.
• 20+ years of bridge design experience, including complex transportation structures.
• Extensive knowledge of AASHTO, NYSDOT, NYCDOT standards.
• Proven experience leading design teams and managing large-scale projects.
• Strong communication, leadership, and client-facing skills.
• Experience with industry-standard structural analysis and design software.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the planning, analysis, and design of bridge and structural projects
• Serve as Engineer of Record on major bridge projects
• Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and quality control for junior and mid-level engineers
• Coordinate with clients, agencies, and project stakeholders, including NYSDOT, NYCDOT, and local municipalities
• Review plans, specifications, and cost estimates to ensure technical excellence and regulatory compliance
• Support business development efforts, including proposal development and client presentations
• Ensure projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and to GPI’s high standards of quality

Skills

Bridge design leadership

Project management

Communication skills

Client liaison

Education

Bachelor's in Civil/Structural Eng

NY PE license

Master's degree preferred

Job description

• Location 175 Pinelawn Rd,Melville, NY, 11747,United States
• Base Pay $165,000.00 - $200,000.00 / Year
• Job Category Bridge Engineering, Project Management

GPI is seeking an accomplished Senior Bridge Design Engineer with 20 or more years of experience to join our Structures group in Melville, New York. This is a senior-level leadership role for a seasoned professional who is passionate about delivering high-quality bridge and structural solutions while mentoring the next generation of engineers.

About the Role

As a Senior Bridge Design Engineer at GPI, you will serve as a technical leader on complex bridge and structural projects, working closely with multidisciplinary teams and public-sector clients. You will play a key role in project delivery, technical oversight, and staff development while contributing to the continued growth of GPI’s bridge practice in the New York region. Do you value a company that puts employee satisfaction at the forefront of who they are? If so, GPI wants you!

GPI is a multi-discipline engineering firm providing planning, design, and construction services for transportation infrastructure and building system projects throughout the United States for over 50 years. Ranked in the Top 100 Firms by Engineering News Record, GPI is a forward-thinking, innovative firm with a culture committed to excellence and fosters staff empowerment. For more information, visit: www.gpinet.com

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the planning, analysis, and design of bridge and structural projects
• Serve as Engineer of Record on major bridge projects
• Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and quality control for junior and mid-level engineers
• Coordinate with clients, agencies, and project stakeholders, including NYSDOT, NYCDOT, and local municipalities
• Review plans, specifications, and cost estimates to ensure technical excellence and regulatory compliance
• Support business development efforts, including proposal development and client presentations
• Ensure projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and to GPI’s high standards of quality

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (Master’s degree preferred)
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required; New York PE required
• 20+ years of bridge design experience, including significant work on complex transportation structures
• Extensive knowledge of AASHTO, NYSDOT, NYCDOT, and applicable design codes and standards
• Proven experience leading design teams and managing large-scale projects
• Strong communication, leadership, and client-facing skills
• Experience with industry-standard structural analysis and design software

Requirements

• Maintain a valid driver's license with a clean motor vehicle report (MVR) for final consideration
• Read, write, and understand plans and directions given in the English language
• Basic computer skills with the ability to create and edit Microsoft Word and Excel documents, create Outlook emails and utilize SharePoint and Microsoft Teams to communicate with other team members
• Able to traverse a construction job site consisting of uneven ground varying in height and consistency of material, with a variation of elevation 19" or less (mud, gravel, rutted ground, etc.)
• Able to wear GPI required PPE, i.e., hard hats, safety vest, work boots, and/or safety glasses/goggles while working

Notice To Third-Party Agencies

GPI does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters and/or agencies. Any staffing employment agency, person, or entity that submits an unsolicited resume to this site does so with the understanding that the applicant's resume will become the property of GPI and has the right to hire that applicant at its discretion and without any fee owed to the submitting staffing/employment agency, person, or entity.

GPI will not pay a placement fee unless the agency or recruiter has a signed contract with GPI’s Corporate Human Resources department in advance of submitting a candidate for consideration. Staffing/employment agencies must submit applicants to the designated GPI recruiter to be eligible for a placement fee. Verbal and written approvals will not be considered a valid contract for service.

Work Authorization

In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, we will hire only U.S. citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States (if the position is or will be one that is subject to U.S. law). Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is typically not available for entry-level positions. GPI participates in E-Verify. Know your Right to Work.

Summary

• 401(k) plan
• ESOP
• medical/dental/vision plans
• paid time off
• and more

GPI is an equal-opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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