Senior Bridge Engineer

HDR; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is looking for a Senior Bridge Engineer based in Ann Arbor or East Lansing, MI. This role involves the design, rehabilitation, inspection, and analysis of highway bridges and related infrastructure. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in engineering, at least 10 years of bridge design experience, and a recognized professional engineer license.

The position offers a full-time schedule and emphasizes leadership, communication, and teamwork within a diverse and inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of bridge design experience.
• Professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board.
• Hands-on experience in all phases of bridge design projects.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and deliver projects related to bridge design.
• Coordinate staffing and workload to ensure timely project completion.
• Establish client relations and support marketing activities.
• Lead technical aspects of bridge design projects and perform analysis.
• Supervise junior engineers on projects.

Skills

Bridge design experience

Leadership

Communication skills

Teamwork skills

Project management

Education

Master's degree in Structural Engineering

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Tools

LEAP Bridge Enterprise

FB-MultiPier

SAP2000

AutoCAD

MicroStation

MathCAD

Bluebeam Revu

Job description

HDR is seeking a Senior Bridge Engineer in Ann Arbor or East Lansing, MI. The position is responsible for the design, rehabilitation, inspection, and structural analysis of highway bridges and related infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and deliver projects that include bridge design, rehabilitation, inspection, and structural design on DOT and local agency projects, coordinating multiple concurrent projects.
• Coordinate staffing and workload with other managers to ensure projects are completed on schedule.
• Establish client relations and support marketing, contractual, and production activities to strengthen existing and future business lines.
• Collaborate with the Business/Accounting Manager, Project Controller, Company Controller, and the Area Manager or Managing Principal for project reviews.
• Serve on large national bridge projects, including mega alternate delivery projects.
• Lead technical aspects of bridge design projects and perform complex structural planning, analysis, and design.
• Supervise junior engineers on mid‑size projects.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Structural Engineering
• Professional Engineer (SE) license
• Experience with bridge engineering software such as LEAP Bridge Enterprise, FB‑MultiPier, LPile, AASHTOWare BrR, midas Civil, MDX, SAP2000, CSiBridge, ADINA, RM Bridge, spColumn, LUSAS, STLBridgeLRFD, STLBridge

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field
• Minimum of 10 years of bridge design experience
• Professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board in the location of assignment (PE or P.Eng)
• Hands‑on experience in all phases of bridge design projects
• Familiarity with Bluebeam Revu and additional engineering software listed above
• Knowledge of ADINA, LUSAS, Bentley OpenBridge Designer and OpenBridge Modeler, Autodesk Infraworks, and Civil3D
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, MicroStation, AutoCAD, MathCAD, LARSA, and Prestress Concrete Design
• Demonstrated leadership, communication, and teamwork skills
• Project management experience is desirable
• Technical expertise in engineering analysis and design
• Commitment to active participation in HDR’s employee‑owned culture

Company Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

HDR is an employee‑owned, equal‑opportunity employer. We foster an inclusive environment where each employee is welcomed, valued, and respected. All qualified applicants are considered regardless of criminal histories, arrests, or convictions.

Primary Location: Ann Arbor, Michigan
Other Locations: East Lansing, Michigan
Industry: Bridges
Schedule: Full‑time
Employment Status: Regular
Business Class: Bridges and Structures

Job Posting Date: January 5, 2026