Senior Bridge Engineer — Hybrid/Remote-Ready Design Lead

RINA; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid work

Remote work may be available

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Wellness resources

Employee assistance program

Professional mentoring

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

RINA North America is seeking a Senior Bridge Engineer for our Civil Engineering Division. The role supports offices in Chicago/Lisle, IL, OH, MA and TX, with potential remote USA work.

You will lead bridge projects, develop designs and reports, mentor staff, and coordinate with clients on technical requirements. The ideal candidate has 8+ years in structural/bridge design, a PE license, and proficiency in major design software.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with structural emphasis; Master’s preferred; PhD is a plus.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) with ability to obtain additional state licenses; Illinois SE a plus.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in structural/bridge design (steel and concrete).
• Familiarity with DOT/railroad standards and design practices; experience with relevant DOTs is a plus.
• Proficiency in structural design software and MS Office; strong communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee bridge-related tasks and projects with timely delivery.
• Develop plans, specifications, and estimates for diverse bridges.
• Prepare technical reports and conduct alternative analyses.
• Provide construction phase services: review shop drawings, RFIs, other issues.
• Mentor junior staff and supervise CADD Technicians for growth.
• Contribute to project pursuits with technical approaches and options.
• Execute preliminary and final designs for steel and concrete bridges, walls, culverts.
• Ensure designs align with client standards and requirements.
• Engage with clients and stakeholders on progress and technical needs.
• Prepare feasibility studies, condition reports, and evaluations.
• Participate in multidisciplinary coordination and maintain professional licensure.

Skills

Bridge design

Structural analysis

Project leadership

Mentoring

CADD supervision

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with structural emphasis

Master’s degree in Structural Engineering (preferred)

Professional Engineer (P.E.) license

Tools

MicroStation/OpenBridge/OpenRoads

Mathcad

LEAP Bridge

AASHTOWare

MDX

LPILE

Job description

RINA North America is seeking a Senior Bridge Engineer for our Civil Engineering Division. The role supports offices in Chicago/Lisle, IL, OH, MA and TX, with potential remote USA work.

You will lead bridge projects, develop designs and reports, mentor staff, and coordinate with clients on technical requirements. The ideal candidate has 8+ years in structural/bridge design, a PE license, and proficiency in major design software.