Senior Bridge Engineer, PE

Trilon; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 155,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan and match

Tuition reimbursement

Mentorship program

Parental leave

Flexible Spending Account

Job summary

Trilon in Charleston, SC, is seeking a Senior Bridge Engineer, P.E. to lead DOT bridge infrastructure projects, focusing on bridge design and rehabilitation. Candidates should have deep experience in structural engineering and a strong sense of initiative to meet client deadlines.

The role requires excellent communication skills and the ability to train junior staff. A comprehensive compensation package including a sign-on bonus and various benefits is offered.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of post-registration structural engineering experience.
• Registered Professional Engineer and/or Structural Engineer.
• Experience in complex structures design is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex DOT bridge and infrastructure projects.
• Develop structural calculations and produce engineering drawings.
• Train and mentor junior engineers.

Skills

Bridge design experience

Civil or Structural Engineering degree

Proficiency in MicroStation

Strong verbal and written skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

FB Multi-Pier

AutoCAD

OpenBridge Modeler

Job description

Compensation: $155,000 - $180,000 / year

Department: Transportation

Location: Charleston, SC

Description
DRMP is a fast‑growing transportation engineering firm in the Southeast, seeking a Senior Bridge Engineer, P.E. to lead complex DOT bridge and infrastructure projects. If you bring deep experience in bridge design and rehabilitation and want a role where your work directly shapes a growing practice, this is the right move.

Benefits
We offer a $10,000 sign‑on bonus for the right candidate and a comprehensive compensation package.

Your Primary Responsibilities

• Develop structural calculations and produce engineering drawings for both Design‑Bid‑Build and Design‑Build bridge and transport projects.
• Perform and direct engineering alternatives investigations through data collection, analysis, and evaluation of alternate solutions.
• Prepare written technical reports.
• Support the construction phase of projects, including responding to RFIs, reviewing shop drawings, and problem solving.
• Train and mentor junior engineers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science from an ABET‑accredited university in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Registered Professional Engineer and/or Structural Engineer.
• 10+ years of post‑registration structural engineering experience.
• Complex structures design experience is a plus.
• 15+ years of relevant bridge design and plans production experience, including reinforced concrete, prestressed/post‑tensioned concrete, steel plate and box girder bridges, retaining walls, box culverts, sign/signal structures, sound barrier walls, and other transportation structures.
• Experience with bridge design software such as FB Multi‑Pier, Leap Bridge Concrete, Smartbridge, LARSA, CSI, STAAD, MDX, Shoring Suite, Atlas, and the FDOT MathCAD worksheets.
• Proficiency in MicroStation, GEOPAK, OpenBridge Modeler, AutoCAD and/or CAD platforms.
• 3‑D modeling in OpenBridge Modeler is a plus.
• Familiarity with AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications.
• Ability to guide junior staff and participate in design and detailing of small‑to‑large‑scale multi‑discipline bridge projects.
• Construction specialty engineering experience is a plus.
• Post‑tensioning applications experience is a plus.
• Straddle‑bent design experience is a plus.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, and time‑management skills.
• Strong sense of urgency and self‑initiative to meet client deadlines.
• Detail‑oriented team player who contributes to a positive work environment.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving history.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s (MSE/MSCE) in Civil/Structural Engineering.
• PE and/or SE certification in Florida or ability to obtain Florida registration.
• Familiarity with FDOT Structures Manual and FDOT Construction Specifications.

Benefits & Perks

• Excellent compensation package.
• Outstanding holiday and paid‑time‑off programs.
• 401(k) plan and match.
• Career Path Development Program (Management & Technical Tracks).
• Mentorship program.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Parental leave.
• Competitive health and dental insurance premiums.
• Variety of voluntary benefit options.
• Short‑term and long‑term disability coverage.
• Company‑furnished life insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Flexible Spending Account.
• And more.

DRMP is a drug and alcohol free workplace, an equal employment opportunity employer and an E‑Verify employer.