Senior Bridge Engineer

LanceSoft, Inc.; New Jersey; On-site; USD 153,000 - 207,000; Full time

Job summary

FPA seeks an Assistant Chief Engineer – Bridge to provide technical leadership for the Bridge Department at our Wall Township, NJ headquarters. You will lead complex bridge design, rehabilitation, and transportation projects across New Jersey, mentoring engineers and advancing technical excellence.

The role emphasizes collaboration with project managers and multidisciplinary teams, ensuring high-quality outcomes while shaping the growth of a growing regional engineering firm.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering required; Master’s degree in Structural Engineering required.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required; New Jersey, New York and/or Pennsylvania PE preferred or ability to obtain through reciprocity.
• 15+ years of progressive bridge design and structural engineering experience.
• Extensive experience delivering complex bridge and transportation infrastructure projects; rehabilitation experience is a plus.
• Advanced knowledge of AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications and NJDOT bridge design procedure.
• Strong technical expertise in bridge analysis, rehabilitation, replacement, and structural evaluation.
• Proficiency with bridge design and analysis software such as LEAP Bridge, LARSA, MIDAS, CSiBridge, STAAD, or equivalent programs.
• Experience with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation required.
• Demonstrated ability to provide technical leadership and mentor engineers.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills across disciplines.
• Established relationships with transportation agencies, municipalities, and public-sector clients preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership and oversight for complex bridge design, rehabilitation, replacement, and transportation infrastructure projects.
• Lead QA/QC reviews of bridge plans, calculations, specifications, technical reports, and design documentation.
• Oversee structural analysis and design activities in accordance with AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications, NJDOT standards, and applicable agency requirements.
• Provide technical direction for bridge modeling, load rating analyses, structural evaluations, and rehabilitation design efforts.
• Collaborate with Project Managers and multidisciplinary teams including roadway, traffic, geotechnical, environmental, hydraulic, and construction engineering professionals.
• Support complex project pursuits through technical strategy, proposal development, interviews, and client presentations.
• Maintain and strengthen relationships with NJDOT, county engineering departments, municipalities, and other transportation agencies.
• Mentor, coach, and develop engineers within the Bridge Department by providing technical guidance and supporting professional growth.
• Assist with the development of department standards, technical resources, and best practices to enhance project delivery and engineering excellence.
• Participate in strategic planning initiatives to support continued growth of the transportation and bridge practice.
• Conduct site visits, bridge inspections, and field assessments as needed to support project delivery and technical decision-making.

Skills

Technical leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Problem solving

Collaboration across disciplines

Business development support

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Master’s degree in Structural Engineering

Tools

LEAP Bridge

LARSA

MIDAS

CSiBridge

STAAD

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Job description

Location: Wall Township, NJ

Pay Rate: $180,000 per year

Shift Timing Monday to Friday, first shift

Job Description:

Seeking an experienced and highly respected Assistant Chief Engineer – Bridge to provide technical leadership and strategic direction for our growing Bridge Department at our headquarters in Wall Township, NJ. This is a unique opportunity for a senior transportation engineering professional who wants to make a significant impact by leading complex bridge projects, mentoring talented engineers, advancing technical excellence, and helping shape the continued growth of one of the Northeast’s fastest-growing engineering consulting firms.

The successful candidate will serve as a technical leader within FPA’s Bridge Department, providing oversight and guidance on complex bridge design, rehabilitation, and transportation infrastructure projects throughout New Jersey and the region. This individual will work closely with project managers, engineers, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure the successful delivery of high-quality engineering solutions while advancing the department’s technical capabilities and reputation.

This role is ideal for a recognized bridge engineering professional who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, developing engineering talent, collaborating with clients and agencies, and contributing to the strategic growth of a multidisciplinary engineering firm. Unlike larger organizations where senior technical professionals can become disconnected from project teams and decision-making, FPA provides the opportunity to directly influence projects, mentor future leaders, and play a key role in shaping the future of our Bridge practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership and oversight for complex bridge design, rehabilitation, replacement, and transportation infrastructure projects.
• Serve as a senior technical resource for bridge engineering teams, providing guidance on design approaches, engineering solutions, and project delivery strategies.
• Lead quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) reviews of bridge plans, calculations, specifications, technical reports, and design documentation.
• Oversee structural analysis and design activities in accordance with AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications, NJDOT standards, and applicable agency requirements.
• Provide technical direction for bridge modeling, load rating analyses, structural evaluations, and rehabilitation design efforts.
• Collaborate with Project Managers and multidisciplinary teams including roadway, traffic, geotechnical, environmental, hydraulic, and construction engineering professionals.
• Support complex project pursuits through technical strategy, proposal development, interviews, and client presentations.
• Maintain and strengthen relationships with NJDOT, county engineering departments, municipalities, and other transportation agencies.
• Mentor, coach, and develop engineers within the Bridge Department by providing technical guidance and supporting professional growth.
• Assist with the development of department standards, technical resources, and best practices to enhance project delivery and engineering excellence.
• Participate in strategic planning initiatives to support continued growth of FPA’s transportation and bridge practice.
• Conduct site visits, bridge inspections, and field assessments as needed to support project delivery and technical decision-making.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering required; Master’s degree in Structural Engineering required
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required; New Jersey, New York and/or Pennsylvania PE preferred or ability to obtain through reciprocity.
• 15+ years of progressive bridge design and structural engineering experience.
• Extensive experience delivering complex bridge and transportation infrastructure projects/Historical Bridge Design Rehabilitation experience is a plus.
• Advanced knowledge of AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications and NJDOT bridge design procedure.
• Strong technical expertise in bridge analysis, rehabilitation, replacement, and structural evaluation.
• Proficiency with bridge design and analysis software such as LEAP Bridge, LARSA, MIDAS, CSiBridge, STAAD, or equivalent programs.
• Experience with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation required.
• Demonstrated ability to provide technical leadership, mentor engineers, and elevate team performance
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills with the ability to collaborate across disciplines
• Established relationships with transportation agencies, municipalities, and public-sector clients preferred
• Experience supporting business development, proposal preparation, and client engagement activities preferred