Senior Bridge Engineer

RINA Piraeus Team; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

RINA North America is seeking a Senior Bridge Engineer to join our Civil Engineering team across Chicago, Lisle, IL, Cleveland or Columbus, OH, Boston, MA or Houston, TX. The role involves leading bridge design, coordination with project managers, mentoring junior engineers, and contributing to diverse transportation projects.

The Senior Bridge Engineer will design bridges, retaining walls, and culverts, perform calculations, prepare reports, and ensure quality across project phases.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with structural emphasis or structural engineering degree.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license required and ability to obtain additional State Licenses.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in structural/bridge design, including steel and concrete bridges.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee bridge-related tasks and projects, ensuring timely and efficient delivery.
• Develop comprehensive plans, specifications, and estimates for diverse bridge projects.
• Prepare technical reports and perform alternative analyses for optimized outcomes.
• Provide construction phase services, including review of shop drawings, responding to RFIs, and other construction related issues.
• Mentor junior staff and oversee work of CADD Technicians for collaboration growth.
• Contribute to project pursuits by creating technical approaches.
• Execute preliminary and final designs for steel and concrete bridges, walls, and culverts.
• Ensure alignment with client standards.
• Engage with clients and stakeholders to discuss progress and technical requirements.
• Prepare project documentation such as feasibility studies, condition reports, and evaluations.
• Participate in multidisciplinary project coordination and team collaboration.
• Maintain professional registration and provide technical guidance to team members.
• Conduct NBIS inspections, prepare detailed reports, and perform live load ratings as needed.

Skills

Bridge design

Structural analysis

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with structural emphasis

Master’s degree in Structural Engineering (preferred)

Professional Engineer (P.E.) license

Active Illinois Structural Engineer (S.E.) license is a plus

Tools

MicroStation

OpenBridge/OpenRoads

Mathcad

LEAP Bridge

AASHTOWare

MDX

LPILE

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Posting Date: 5 Oct 2026

City: Chicago

Location: Chicago, IL, US, 60603 Columbus, OH, US, 43235 Houston, TX, US, 77070 Lisle, IL, US, 60532 Cleveland, OH, US, 44114 Boston, MA, US, 02110

Contract Type: Permanent

Division: Civil Engineering

Level of experience: Senior

RINA is currently recruiting for a Senior Bridge Engineer to join its office in Chicago or Lisle, IL, Cleveland or Columbus, OH, Boston, MA or Houston, TX within theCivil EngineeringDivision.

Remote work within the USA may be considered.

Compensation Data

What’s in it for you? In addition to meaningful projects, supportive leadership, and a team of experienced professionals who are eager to drive success through continuous learning, we also offer:

• A competitive salary of $120,000 – $150,000, commensurate with education and experience.
• A competitive salary of$140,000 - $180,000 for IL SE licensed Bridge Engineer, commensurate with experience.
• Hybrid work options provide flexibility to support work-life balance. Remote work may be available.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) matching.
• Additional perks such as paid time off, wellness resources, and employee assistance programs.
• Professional growth opportunities through mentoring, training, and development programs.
• Flexible schedule to support work-life balance.
• Opportunities to contribute to diverse transportation projects while mentoring junior engineers

Mission

The Bridge Engineering group serves a wide range of public and private clients in the infrastructure, transport, and logistics sectors, including railways, roads, buildings and ports. We work with a diverse range of clients including Class I railroads, transit agencies, state departments of transportation, and local municipalities. To see a comprehensive scope of services, visit us at https://www.rina.org/en/northamerica

The Senior Bridge Engineer designs and produces structural plans for bridges, retaining walls, and culverts, as well as performs design calculations, technical reports, and quality control reviews. The position requires collaboration with project managers, mentoring junior engineers, and contributing to diverse projects.

Key Accountabilities

• Lead and oversee bridge-related tasks and projects, ensuring timely and efficient delivery.
• Develop comprehensive plans, specifications, and estimates for diverse bridge projects.
• Prepare technical reports and perform alternative analyses for optimized outcomes.
• Provide construction phase services, including review of shop drawings, responding to RFIs, and other construction related issues.
• Mentor junior staff and oversee work of CADD Technicians for collaborate growth.
• Contribute to project pursuits by creating technical approaches.
• Execute preliminary and final designs for steel and concrete bridges, walls, and culverts.
• Ensure alignment with client standards.
• Engage with clients and stakeholders to discuss progress and technical requirements.
• Prepare project documentation such as feasibility studies, condition reports, and evaluations.
• Participate in multidisciplinary project coordination and team collaboration.
• Maintain professional registration and provide technical guidance to team members.
• Conduct NBIS inspections, prepare detailed reports, and perform live load ratings as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with structural emphasis or structural engineering degree. Master’s degree in Structural Engineering preferred, PhD a plus.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license required and ability to obtain additional State Licenses. Active Illinois Structural Engineer (S.E.) license is a plus.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in structural/bridge design, including steel and concrete bridges.
• Familiarity with Illinois DOT, Illinois Tollway, and Chicago DOT standards. Experience with Ohio DOT, Massachusetts or Class I railroads is a plus.
• Proficient in structural design software such as MicroStation /OpenBridge / OpenRoads, Mathcad, LEAP Bridge, AASHTOWare, MDX, LPILE and others.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong communications, technical report writing, and teamwork abilities.
• Experience with AASHTO, AREMA and industry standard design codes.
• Background in bridge rehabilitation, inspections, and new construction projects.
• Bridge and structure inspection experience with NHI fracture critical certification a plus.
• Transit or railroad bridge design experience considered a plus.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

• 25% travel may be required based upon business need
• Valid driver’s license

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of the work being performed. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

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RINA is a multinational company providing a wide range of services in the energy, marine, certification, infrastructure & mobility, industry, research & development sectors. Our business model covers the full process of project development, from concept to completion.

RINA North America provides a comprehensive benefits package, including the following insurance options: Medical, Dental, Vision, Medical Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Spending Account, Health Savings Account, Transit, Parking, Basic Life, Basic AD&D, Voluntary Life, Voluntary AD&D, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Voluntary Accident, Voluntary Critical Illness, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, and Employee Assistance Program. Additional benefits provided include paid time off, company holidays, tuition reimbursement, nursery grant, travel resource services, and 401K plan with company discretionary match

At RINA, we endeavor to create a work environment where every single person is valued and encouraged to develop new ideas. We provide equal employment opportunities and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected and safe from discrimination or harassment of any kind.It is the policy of RINA to provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy) national origin, age, disabilities, marital status, sexual orientation, genetics, military status, disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, other protected veterans (veterans who served during a war or in a campaign or expedition for which a badge has been authorized), and Armed Forces service medal veteran, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. We are strongly committed to this policy and believe in the concept and spirit of the law.

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