Senior Bridge Engineer

Greenman-Pedersen Inc; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Greenman-Pedersen, Inc. seeks a Senior Bridge Engineer to lead design for PENNDOT and local agencies across PA (Allentown, Mechanicsburg, Pittsburgh, Scranton). The role emphasizes mentoring, project leadership, and cross‑discipline collaboration on complex bridge projects.

Ideal candidates bring hands-on bridge design experience, a PE license, and strong knowledge of AASHTO codes. Join a multi‑discipline firm with a long history of transportation projects.

Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering, minimum.
• MS in structural engineering with Advanced Certificate in Bridge Engineering preferred.
• 15+ years of experience designing structural and/or bridge projects; PE required.
• Experience using AutoCAD and MicroStation is preferred.
• Knowledge of AASHTO LRFR/Standards and PENNDOT processes is a plus.
• Ability to develop plans and calculations for various bridge types.

Responsibilities

• Develop superstructure designs for new and replacement bridges.
• Develop rehabilitation plans and details for bridge projects.
• Develop foundation designs for bridges and culverts.
• Prepare and review calculations, drawings, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Meet with clients, mentor junior staff, and manage projects.

Skills

Bridge engineering

Project management

Mentoring

Education

BS in Civil Engineering

MS in structural engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

MATHCAD

BrR

Staad

OpenBridge

Job description

GPI offers excellent benefits, including a 401(k) plan, ESOP, medical/dental/vision plans, paid time off, and more. GPI is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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Job Description

Are you passionate about your local infrastructure? Is career growth and development what you want? Do you like working on a variety of challenging projects? Do you value a company that puts employee satisfaction at the forefront of who they are? If so, GPI has a place for you! GPI seeks a Senior Bridge Engineer familiar with the design of bridges for PENNDOT and other local agencies to join our Pennsylvania team in Allentown, Mechanicsburg, Pittsburgh, or Scranton, PA. We seek someone with a good work ethic, a desire to learn and mentor others, the willingness to work collaboratively with our team, and the ability to work on multiple concurrent projects. GPI has exciting and complex projects upcoming and is looking for senior expertise in bridge design to help supplement and guide the talent of our existing staff. We have multiple-span bridges, large-span bridges, and signature structure designs in various stages of development and design. We have new design, rehabilitation, preservation, and repair projects, which include structural design and detailing of bridges, walls, and even dams. GPI is a multi-discipline engineering firm that has been providing planning, design, and construction services for transportation infrastructure and building system projects throughout the United States for over 50 years. Ranked in the Top 100 Firms by Engineering News Record, GPI is a forward-thinking, innovative firm with a culture that is committed to excellence and fosters staff empowerment. For more information, visit: www.gpinet.com

Responsibilities:

• Develop superstructure designs for new and replacement bridges
• Develop rehabilitation plans and details for bridge projects.
• Develop foundation designs for bridges and culverts (Piles, Spread Footers, etc)
• Prepare and review civil/structural calculations, drawings, construction specifications, development of engineering construction cost estimates, and coordinate with interdisciplinary design teams
• Ability to meet with clients, mentor junior staff, and manage projects

Qualifications:

• BS in Civil Engineering, minimum
• MS in structural Engineer with Advanced Certificate in Bridge Engineering preferred
• 15+ of years experience designing structural and/or bridge-related projectsPE required
• Experience using AutoCAD and MicroStation is preferred
• Experience with MATHCAD, BrR, Staad, and OpenBridge is preferred
• Ability to develop plans and calculations for a variety of new and existing bridge types including substructure design
• Knowledge of AASHTO LRFR, AASHTO Standard Specifications, and AASHTO MBE design codes and manuals
• Knowledge of the PENNDOT and locally administered federal aid project process for highway and bridge projects is a plus

Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Maintain a valid driver's license with a clean motor vehicle report (MVR) for final consideration
• Read, write, and understand plans and directions given in the English language
• Basic computer skills with the ability to create and edit Microsoft Word and Excel documents, create Outlook emails and utilize SharePoint and Microsoft Teams to communicate with other team members
• Able to move equipment or inspection specimens weighing up to 50 pounds