Senior Structural Bridge Engineer

Modjeski-and-Master; Edwardsville (IL); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Annual bonus program

9 paid holidays

PTO 17 days annually

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

Modjeski and Masters is seeking a Senior Structural Bridge Design Engineer in the St. Louis, MO and Edwardsville, IL area. The role leads complex bridge projects, mentors staff, and contributes to major transportation infrastructure initiatives.

Ideal candidates have 10+ years in bridge design, a PE license, and proficiency with leading engineering software. The position offers a hybrid work environment and opportunities to work on notable projects with IDOT/MoDOT clients.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive bridge design experience.
• BS in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited college or university.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Structural Engineer (SE) license preferred.
• Experience delivering bridge design projects for IDOT and/or MoDOT.
• Strong technical knowledge of bridge design, structural analysis, and applicable design codes and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a technical lead for design, analysis, and rehabilitation of highway, railroad, and pedestrian bridge projects.
• Oversee and perform structural analyses and bridge design calculations for new and existing structures.
• Lead project teams in the preparation of design plans, specifications, reports, and construction cost estimates.
• Review and approve structural calculations, design reports, plans, and project deliverables.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior and mid-level engineers.
• Coordinate with clients, subconsultants, and multidisciplinary project teams throughout project development and delivery.
• Participate in business development activities, including proposal preparation, scope development, fee estimates, and client presentations.
• Perform field inspections, condition assessments, and construction support services as required.
• Review and verify quantity calculations and construction documents.
• Apply and interpret relevant design specifications and standards, including: AASHTO, AREMA, AISC, ACI, State DOT design manuals and requirements.

Skills

Bridge design

Project leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Team coordination

Design codes

Education

ABET-accredited BS Civil Eng

Tools

LUSAS

RISA-3D

LEAP Bridge

OpenBridge Designer

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Job description

The St. Louis, MO and Edwardsville, IL offices of Modjeski and Masters are seeking a Senior Structural Bridge Design Engineer with 10+ years of bridge design experience to join our growing bridge engineering team. This position offers the opportunity to lead complex bridge projects, mentor engineering staff, and contribute to some of the nation's most notable transportation infrastructure projects.What We're Looking For10+ years of progressive bridge design experience in the transportation industry.Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited college or university.Professional Engineer (PE) license required.Structural Engineer (SE) license preferred.Demonstrated experience delivering bridge design projects for IDOT and/or MoDOT.Strong technical knowledge of bridge design, structural analysis, and applicable design codes and specifications.Experience leading project teams and coordinating multidisciplinary engineering efforts.Proficiency with engineering and design software such as LUSAS, RISA-3D, LEAP Bridge, OpenBridge Designer, AutoCAD, and MicroStation.Excellent communication, leadership, and project management skills.What You'll DoServe as a technical lead for the design, analysis, and rehabilitation of highway, railroad, and pedestrian bridge projects.Oversee and perform structural analyses and bridge design calculations for new and existing structures.Lead project teams in the preparation of design plans, specifications, engineering reports, and construction cost estimates.Review and approve structural calculations, design reports, plans, and project deliverables prepared by engineering staff.Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior and mid-level engineers.Coordinate with clients, subconsultants, and multidisciplinary project teams throughout project development and delivery.Participate in business development activities, including proposal preparation, scope development, fee estimates, and client presentations.Perform field inspections, condition assessments, and construction support services as required.Review and verify quantity calculations and construction documents.Apply and interpret relevant design specifications and standards, including:AASHTOAREMAAISCACIState DOT design manuals and requirementsSupport quality assurance and quality control initiatives to ensure technical excellence and project success.Why Join Us?Competitive Compensation & BenefitsCompetitive salary commensurate with experienceHybrid work environmentAnnual bonus programEligible employees receive cash bonuses based on individual and company performance9 paid holidaysCompetitive PTO programStarting at 17 days annuallyIncreases with years of serviceComprehensive cafeteria-style benefits package including:Medical, Dental, and Vision coverageGroup Term Life InsuranceBasic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment InsuranceLong-Term Disability CoverageShort-Term Disability CoverageFlexible Spending AccountsIdentity Protection ServicesOptional Dependent Life InsuranceAdditional voluntary benefitsWho We AreModjeski and Masters (M&M) is one of the world's leading bridge engineering firms, recognized for technical excellence, innovation, and a commitment to advancing the bridge engineering profession. For more than 130 years, we have been responsible for the design, inspection, rehabilitation, and maintenance of many of the nation's most iconic transportation structures.Our services include fixed and movable bridge design, structural inspection, rehabilitation, preservation, construction engineering, research, and code development. Many of our projects establish new industry standards and engineering practices that are adopted throughout the profession.As a Senior Structural Bridge Design Engineer, you will play a key leadership role in delivering complex bridge projects, developing the next generation of engineers, and strengthening relationships with transportation clients throughout the region. You will work alongside some of the industry's most respected bridge engineers while helping shape critical infrastructure that serves communities across the country.Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.Modjeski and Masters is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/M/F/D/V).Questions regarding open positions may be directed to: Recruiting Coordinator, Jamie Kibler, [e-mail] to Third-Party RecruitersModjeski and Masters, Inc. only compensates job placement recruiters that have a valid Modjeski and Masters, Inc. approved written agreement in place for recruiting services. Modjeski and Masters, Inc. does not compensate third-party recruiters for unsolicited candidate submissions.