Senior Bridge Engineer

Parsons; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 83,000 - 169,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading engineering firm as a Senior Bridge Engineer, contributing to local and national transportation projects. You will design and rehabilitate bridges, mentor junior engineers, and ensure compliance with regulations. This role offers a chance to work on significant DOT projects while enjoying comprehensive benefits and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

401(k)

Life Insurance

Flexible Work Schedules

Holidays

Qualifications

• 8+ years of bridge design experience on highway infrastructure projects.
• P.E. license is required.

Responsibilities

• Design structural elements for various types of bridges.
• Lead and mentor junior engineers.
• Prepare structural specifications and technical reports.

Skills

Bridge Design

Technical Guidance

Mentoring

Education

BSc in Civil Engineering

MSc in Structural Engineering

Tools

CAD

CONSPAN

Structural Design Software

Job description

Job Description:

Join Parsons, a globally recognized and respected engineering firm, as a Senior Bridge Engineer! We have openings available in Indianapolis, IN; Cincinnati, OH; Akron, OH; Memphis, TN; Nashville, TN, and possibly other locations in the region.

At Parsons, we pride ourselves on delivering innovative engineering solutions for both domestic and international projects. As a Senior Bridge Engineer, you will have the opportunity to expand your personal engineering project portfolio with local transportation projects, while also potentially contributing to other transportation projects across the country.

This role offers a unique chance to gain valuable experience on major DOT projects and occasional national projects, mentoring junior engineers and collaborating with our expert team of roadway engineers. Your work will include a diverse range of projects such as roadway rehabilitations, bridge rehabilitations, new roadway designs, interstate widening/expansions, roundabouts, toll-lanes, and intersection improvements.

In this role: you will work on DOT and other projects, check and produce design calculations, review supplier drawing submittals, and perform technical bid analysis. Success will depend on your structural engineering experience in bridge design, providing guidance to junior engineers on various design projects.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Ensure bridges are designed according to federal, state, and local requirements, following accepted industry practices.
• Provide technical guidance to CAD Designers, Drafters, and lower-level Engineers.
• Lead and mentor junior engineers.
• Design structural elements for single span, multiple span, reinforced concrete, prestressed concrete, precast concrete, and steel bridges.
• Prepare structural specifications, estimates, quantity calculations, technical reports, and detailed analyses.
• Create drawings, specifications, and other materials for procurement and construction.
• Prepare requisitions for equipment and materials.
• Review supplier drawings and perform bid analyses.
• Develop and issue specifications, data sheets, and construction documents.
• Seal and sign documents as a licensed professional engineer, ensuring compliance with all applicable codes and regulations.

What Qualifications You'll Bring:

• BSc in Civil Engineering with a focus on Structural Engineering; MSc preferred.
• 8+ years of bridge design experience on highway infrastructure projects.
• Experience with steel and concrete bridge design is essential.
• DOT project experience is desirable.
• Proficiency with CAD, CONSPAN, and structural design software.
• P.E. license is required.

Additional Information:

This position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team. We have over 80 years of experience designing and delivering infrastructure that connects and protects communities worldwide. We work collaboratively to plan, design, build, and modernize infrastructure, focusing on projects that improve communities and quality of life.

Salary Range: $83,300 - $168,700. We offer comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays.

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We invest in our employees' wellbeing and provide opportunities for growth. Join us—APPLY TODAY!

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