Senior Bridge Engineer - Transportation Structures Lead

Owen Thomas Group; Edison (NJ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Owen Thomas Group is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to join a growing engineering consulting firm with offices throughout the Northeast. You will focus on bridge and transportation-related structural projects within a multidisciplinary team environment.

The role requires a NJ PE license, 7–15 years of related experience, and proficiency with AutoCAD and structural analysis software. Strong communication skills and ability to manage multiple projects are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Structural or Civil Engineering is required.
• 7–15 years of related structural engineering experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required in New Jersey; New York PE is a plus.
• Bridge inspection experience and certification preferred.
• Familiarity with NJDOT and/or NYCDOT, NYSDOT standards preferred.
• Strong understanding and application of structural design codes.
• Experience using structural analysis software.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Interest in developing a well-rounded structural engineering background within transportation and infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural engineering analysis and design for bridge and transportation-related structures
• Lead design efforts on simple to moderately complex assignments
• Assist with bridge inspections and site investigations to document existing conditions
• Perform site inspections for projects engineered by the office
• Complete and review structural calculations
• Assist in preparing drawings and specifications
• Support construction administration efforts by providing technical solutions during construction
• Coordinate with internal engineering teams and architectural staff
• Contribute to projects from initial investigation and design through construction completion

Skills

Bridge inspections

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Structural or Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Structural analysis software

Job description

Owen Thomas Group is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to join a growing engineering consulting firm with offices throughout the Northeast. You will focus on bridge and transportation-related structural projects within a multidisciplinary team environment.

The role requires a NJ PE license, 7–15 years of related experience, and proficiency with AutoCAD and structural analysis software. Strong communication skills and ability to manage multiple projects are essential.