Senior Bridge Engineer

J-U-B Engineers, Inc.; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 170,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Bonuses for qualified employees

Generous vacation and sick leave

Medical, dental, vision, life, and dis

Parental Leave

401(k) with company match, profit‑shar

Disability insurance

Employee ownership opportunities

Job summary

J-U-B ENGINEERS, inc. in Salt Lake City seeks a Senior Bridge Engineer (P.E./S.E.) to lead bridge design packages and drive business development for transportation projects. This role will mentor engineers and coordinate with geotechnical and roadway teams to deliver high-quality structures work.

The ideal candidate has extensive bridge engineering experience, active PE licensure, and a track record of BD success. Join a team-focused firm with a strong regional presence and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Lead/senior bridge engineer on transportation projects.
• Strong relationships with agency project managers and staff.
• Proven success in bridge-related business development.
• P.E. licensure required; S.E. licensure preferred.
• 20–30 years of bridge engineering experience.
• Experience with AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications.
• Ability to review geotechnical reports and coordinate with subconsultants.
• Experience creating and reviewing construction documents.
• Strong communication, planning and mentoring skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and strategy for structures business development, directing marketing efforts for bridge projects.
• Oversee project and program management for structures initiatives.
• Mentor PEs, EITs, interns and designers within the team.
• Perform geometric layout and design of single- and multi-span bridges.
• Conduct structural analysis and design for bridges and retaining walls.
• Perform seismic analysis for new and existing structures.
• Prepare structural reports and cost estimates.
• Coordinate with geotechnical, roadway and hydraulic engineers.
• Develop specifications and opinions of cost.
• Review shop drawings and submittals during construction.
• Interact with clients to align project direction and deliverables.

Skills

Bridge leadership

Business development

Project management

Communication

Mentoring

Technical leadership

Geotechnical coordination

Tools

AASHTO LRFD

Job description

Salt Lake City, UT

Job Type

Full-time

Senior Bridge Engineer

Location:

Salt Lake City, UT

Position Overview

J-U-B ENGINEERS, inc. is seeking to hire a Senior Bridge Engineer (P.E./S.E.) to work as part of our structures group in a leadership role, focused on delivery of bridge design packages for a variety of clients and providing a lead role for bridge-related business development. Our purpose at J-U-B ENGINEERS, Inc. (J-U-B) is “Helping Each Other Create Better Communities.” We foster a supportive and team-oriented environment to solve problems that improve society, while providing employees growth opportunities and an expansive benefits package. We attract and retain the best people because we provide an enriching environment for our employees to build their careers in the communities where they live. J-U-B offers a clearly defined career path, a sense of belonging, and opportunities for employees to use their talents in a team environment. We are one of the largest professional engineering companies in the Intermountain West, with over 20 offices across seven states. There are ample opportunities to collaborate with other offices on projects, widening your experience and network. The Senior Bridge Engineer will provide leadership in developing and executing a business development strategy for bridge work and will also manage, perform, and oversee the completion of structural calculations, construction drawings, specifications, and estimates for construction costs.

• Provide leadership and strategy for business development related to structures and transportation, leading the marketing and business development effort for bridge projects
• Project and program management of structures projects and programs
• Lead and mentor younger/junior staff such as PEs, EITs, interns, designers, and drafters
• Geometric layout of single- and multi-span bridges
• Structural analysis and design of single- and multi-span bridges
• Structural analysis and design of retaining walls
• Seismic analysis of new and existing bridge structures
• Preparation of structural reports and studies (type selection reports, seismic evaluation reports, etc.) and situation and layout sheets
• Coordination with geotechnical, roadway, and hydraulic design engineers
• Develop specifications and opinions of cost
• Shop drawing and submittal reviews during construction
• Interact with clients for direction on project items and coordination as needed to produce deliverables and/or manage the production of deliverables

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience as the lead/senior bridge engineer on transportation projects
• Good relationships with agency project managers and structural staff
• Demonstrated experience in successful outcomes for business development related to bridge projects
• P.E. licensure is required; S.E. licensure is preferred
• 20-30 years of bridge engineering experience
• Expertise with the AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications
• Expertise with interpreting geotechnical reports and coordinating with geotechnical subconsultants
• Experience in creating and reviewing construction documents
• Communication, planning, organizational skills, and the ability to direct the work of others
• Passionate about leading and mentoring

Salary Range

$170,000.00 -$210,000.00 per year, determined by experience, may be eligible for a signing bonus.

Benefits

• Professional development opportunities
• Bonuses for qualified employees
• Generous vacation and sick leave package
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Parental Leave
• 401(k) with company match, profit sharing
• Company paid Short Term and Long-Term Disability plans
• The ability to work in a team-centered, collaborative, and supportive atmosphere
• J-U-B is an employee-owned firm and offers ownership opportunities after qualified years of service

The application window will be open through January 21, 2027. Applications will be reviewed frequently, and interviews may be scheduled throughout the posting period.

Salary Description

$170,000.00 -$210,000.00 per year, DOE