Senior Bridge Engineer — Lead Projects & Client Impact

Orionplacement; Ankeny (IA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus program

401(k) matching

Wellness incentives

ESOP participation

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Job summary

Orionplacement is seeking a Senior Bridge Engineer to lead the planning, analysis and design of diverse bridge projects with meaningful community impact. You will take a senior technical role, manage projects and guide engineering teams while building strong client relationships.

This on-site Iowa position offers a robust benefits package, annual bonus program, 401(k) matching, wellness incentives and ESOP participation, plus career development support in a people‑first culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of bridge or structural engineering experience.
• Strong bridge design and structural analysis experience.
• Experience leading engineering projects or serving in a technical leadership capacity.
• Strong communication and project management skills.
• Master's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as lead engineer and/or project manager for bridge projects from planning through completion.
• Perform structural analysis, design calculations, bridge detailing, and specification development.
• Develop bridge quantities and construction cost estimates.
• Review and check engineering calculations and design work for accuracy and quality.
• Coordinate project tasks, assign work, and provide technical guidance to engineering staff.
• Apply strong technical judgment to solve complex bridge and structural engineering challenges.
• Collaborate with clients, contractors, and internal teams to deliver successful projects.
• Support client development, proposals, and project pursuits.
• Help ensure projects meet technical, schedule, budget, and client expectations.

Skills

Leadership experience

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

MicroStation

Job description

Orionplacement is seeking a Senior Bridge Engineer to lead the planning, analysis and design of diverse bridge projects with meaningful community impact. You will take a senior technical role, manage projects and guide engineering teams while building strong client relationships.

This on-site Iowa position offers a robust benefits package, annual bonus program, 401(k) matching, wellness incentives and ESOP participation, plus career development support in a people‑first culture.