Senior Bridge Engineer, PE

Mannik Smith Group; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 155,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$10,000 sign-on bonus

Job summary

DRMP in Jacksonville, FL is seeking a Senior Bridge Engineer (PE) to lead complex DOT bridge and infrastructure projects. The role focuses on advanced bridge design, rehabilitation, and transportation structures.

You will oversee calculations, prepare drawings, review alternatives, and support construction while mentoring junior engineers. The ideal candidate has long-term Florida PE licensure and extensive bridge experience.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited BS in Civil/Structural Engineering.
• Licensed Professional Engineer and/or Structural Engineer in Florida.
• 10+ years post-registration structural engineering experience.
• 15+ years in bridge design and plans production.
• Experience with a range of bridge types and FDOT software.
• Proficiency in Microstation, GEOPAK, OpenBridge Modeler, AutoCAD.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop structural calculations and drawings for bridge and transportation projects.
• Analyze data, perform calculations, and evaluate design alternatives.
• Prepare technical reports.
• Support construction phase including RFIs and shop drawing reviews.
• Mentor and train junior engineers.

Education

ABET-accredited BS in Civil/Structural Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Florida PE/SE registration preferred

Job description

Senior Bridge Engineer, PE

Department: Transportation

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Jacksonville, FL

Reporting To: Megan Mott

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

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.

We're offering a $10,000 sign-on bonus for the right candidate.

Why DRMP

At DRMP, you’ll work on infrastructure that protects communities, improves mobility, and supports sustainable growth. You’ll have room to take ownership, build client relationships, deepen your technical expertise, and help develop the next generation of engineers.

Your Primary Responsibilities will include

• Develop structural calculations and produce engineering drawings for both Design-Bid-Build and Design-Build projects related to bridge and transportation structures.
• Perform and direct engineering alternatives investigations through the collection and analysis of data, performing calculations, and evaluation of alternate solutions.
• Prepare written technical reports.
• Support construction phase of projects, including responding to RFI’s, review of shop drawings, problem solving, etc.
• Train and mentor junior engineers.

What you'll need

• Bachelors of Science from an ABET-accredited university in Civil or Structural Engineering
• Registration as a licensed Professional Engineer and/or Structural Engineer
• 10+ years post registration structural engineering experience
• Complex structures design is a plus
• 15+ years of relevant bridge design and plans production experience, which may include reinforced concrete bridges, prestressed/post-tensioned concrete bridges, steel plate and box girder bridges, retaining walls, box culverts, sign/signal structures, sound barrier walls, and other transportation-related structures
• Experience using a variety of bridge design software that may include FB Multi-Pier, Leap Bridge Concrete, Smartbridge, LARSA, CSI, STAAD, MDX, Shoring Suite, Atlas, and the FDOT suite of FDOT MathCAD analysis worksheets
• Proficiency in Microstation, GEOPAK, OpenBridge Modeler, AutoCAD and/or CADD platforms to produce transportation structure designs and plans
• Ability to do 3D modeling in OpenBridge Modeler is a plus
• Familiarity with structural/bridge design process through the application of AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications
• Ability to guide junior staff as well as participate in the design and detailing of all aspects of small- to large-scale multi-discipline bridge projects of varying technical complexity
• Construction specialty engineering experience is a plus
• Experience with post-tensioning applications is a plus
• Experience with straddle bent design is a plus
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, and time management skills
• Strong sense of urgency and self-initiative to meet client deadlines
• Detail-oriented team player with an ability to contribute to a positive work environment
• Valid driver’s license with approved/acceptable driving history

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters (MSE/MSCE) in Civil/Structural Engineering
• PE and/or SE certification in Florida or the ability to obtain Florida Registration
• Familiarity with structural/bridge design process through the application of the FDOT Structures Manual and FDOT Construction Specifications

DRMP Offers

• Excellent compensation package
• Outstanding holiday and paid-time-off programs
• 401(k) Plan and Match
• Career Path Development Program (Management & Technical Career Tracks)
• Mentorship Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Parental Leave
• Competitive health and dental insurance premiums
• Variety of voluntary benefit options
• Short-Term Disability/Long-Term Disability
• Company-furnished life insurance
• Employee Assistant Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Account
• and More

DRMP is a Drug and Alcohol Free workplace, an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and E-Verify employer.