Senior Engineer - Bridge

Olsson; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive 401(k) match

Flexible work arrangements

Wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles

Traditional benefits package (health care, dental, etc.)

Bonus system that rewards performance

Job summary

Olsson in St. Louis is seeking a Senior Engineer to lead projects and ensure technical excellence in bridge design. The role involves high-level design review, project management, and mentorship of junior staff. With over 8 years of experience and PE registration, you will be at the forefront of transportation infrastructure while fostering a collaborative team environment.

You’ll enjoy flexible work arrangements and a competitive benefits package, including health care and wellness programs at Olsson, a company dedicated to community impact.

Qualifications

• Must be a registered Professional Engineer (PE).
• 8+ years of relevant engineering experience.

Responsibilities

• Provides high-level project design and review of project documents.
• Acts as a technical specialist for complex projects.
• Performs QA/QC to ensure design quality.

Skills

Strong communication skills both written and verbal

Ability to contribute and work well on a team

Experience with AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design

Expertise with MoDOT bridge projects

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Master's degree, or in pursuit, a plus

Tools

MicroStation

LARSA

LEAP Bridge Expertise

Lpile

SPColumn

MDX

Job description

Company Description

We are Olsson. We engineer and design solutions that improve the world around us. As a company, we promise to always be responsive, transparent, and focused on results – for our people, our clients, and our company.

We’re a people-centric firm, so it’s no surprise our greatest asset is our people. The impact this creates is an environment that encourages our people to grow and be creative with their talents. This approach builds a culture that is uniquely Olsson. It allows us to grow our people as we grow our business. This, in turn, creates a lasting impact on the world around us.

Job Description

Join Olsson's Bridge team as a Senior Engineer, making a significant impact on the success of our growth in Missouri as we continue to expand our footprint to St. Louis!

Our Bridge group works on a wide range of projects including bridge and retaining walls, dams, storm and traffic structures, inspections, rehabilitations, load ratings, and assisting with construction engineering services. We facilitate designs on transportation projects that include grade separations, interchanges, and stream crossings for public and private clients throughout the Midwest.

As a Senior Engineer, you will spearhead technical excellence, serving as the lead engineer and trusted advisor on intricate projects. Your responsibilities will extend to providing high-level technical design, overseeing quality assurance/control, and managing projects with a keen eye on scope, schedule, and budget. You will not only review contracts and champion efficiency in producing top‑notch work but will also curate technical resources, fostering an environment of continuous improvement. There will also be opportunity to provide guidance to less experienced staff, contribute to team building, and engage in client relations.

As a leader in the market, you will be instrumental in expanding our client base and growing our bridge group. Your emphasis on mentorship will contribute to a culture that values skill development, collaboration, and collective success. Together, we can make a positive impact on our communities and play a vital role in shaping the future of transportation infrastructure.

Primary responsibilities:

• Provides high-level project design and review of project documents and design quality for complex projects.
• Serves as a technical specialist, applying advanced engineering concepts and developing approaches to solve for complexities.
• Performs QA/QC and ensures delivery of completed designs meets quality standards and project objectives.
• Conducts research in areas of considerable scope and complexity.
• Advises and directs staff on design approaches to fulfill project requirements.
• Works collaboratively to promote efficiencies and produce high quality work.
• Contributes to the development of standards and/or guidelines for engineering activities within the team.
• Supervises, mentors, and reviews technical assignments of less experienced staff.

Qualifications

You are passionate about:

• Working collaboratively with others.
• Having ownership in the work you do.
• Using your talents to positively affect communities.

You bring to the team:

• Strong communication skills both written and verbal.
• Ability to contribute and work well on a team.
• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering.
  • Master’s degree, or in pursuit, a plus.
• 8+ years of relevant engineering experience.
• Must be a registered Professional Engineer (PE).
• Experience with AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design and bridge analysis and design programs (LARSA, LEAP Bridge Expertise, Lpile, SPColumn, or MDX).
• Expertise with MoDOT bridge projects.
• Familiarity with MicroStation software.

Additional Information

Olsson specializes in engineering and design, client advisory services, planning, field services, and environmental. Improving the world has been our mindset from the very beginning, back when Olsson first opened for business in 1956. And it will be our mindset for years to come.

As an Olsson employee, you will:

• Receive a competitive 401(k) match
• Be empowered to build your career with tailored development paths
• Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements
• Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities
• Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles

In addition, full‑time employees will receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.) and the opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance.

Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, military status, or other protected status.