Senior Bridge Engineer – FDOT Projects & Team Leader

Neel-Schaffer, Inc.; Chipley (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Prescription Drug coverage

Dental and vision insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

Company-paid life insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan with robust mat

Education reimbursement opportunities

Referral bonus program

Paid holidays

Job summary

Neel-Schaffer, an ENR Top 180 design firm, is seeking a Bridge Engineer in North Florida to design bridges, culverts, and retaining structures. You will participate in the design and delivery of bridge projects, mentor a team, and collaborate across offices to ensure high-quality project outcomes.

The role requires a PE and 5+ years of bridge design experience, with proficiency in MicroStation/OpenBridge and relevant design software, working within FDOT standards and delivering for state DOT

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering is required.
• Licensed Professional Engineer in Florida or ability to obtain within 1 year is required.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive bridge/structural design experience is expected.
• Experience with FDOT and AASHTO LRFD bridge design standards is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the design and delivery of bridge projects including new design, rehabilitation, widening, and related transportation structures.
• Perform structural analysis, design development, and bridge plan production.
• Conduct load rating, shop drawing reviews, and quality control of deliverables.
• Coordinate with project teams and clients to ensure successful project delivery.
• Mentor engineers and technicians within the transportation structures team.

Skills

Strong verbal communication

Technical writing

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Licensed Professional Engineer in Florida or ability to obtain within 1 year

Tools

MicroStation

OpenBridge

LEAP Bridge Steel

CSI Bridge

AASHTOWare Bridge Design and Rating

FDOT design standards knowledge

Job description

Neel-Schaffer, an ENR Top 180 design firm, is seeking a Bridge Engineer in North Florida to design bridges, culverts, and retaining structures. You will participate in the design and delivery of bridge projects, mentor a team, and collaborate across offices to ensure high-quality project outcomes.

The role requires a PE and 5+ years of bridge design experience, with proficiency in MicroStation/OpenBridge and relevant design software, working within FDOT standards and delivering for state DOT