Senior Structural / Bridge Engineer

Stantec; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) plan

Employee stock purchase program

Paid holidays

Vacation days 10–20 per year

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Stantec in Tampa, FL seeks a Senior Structural / Bridge Engineer to join our Transportation team. You will lead design and analysis of bridges and related structures, collaborating with clients and internal teams to deliver safe, durable infrastructure.

Ideal candidates have 10+ years in transportation design, Florida PE or eligibility within 6 months, and strong skills in STAAD, MicroStation, AutoCAD, and MathCAD; a Master’s degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• BS Civil Engineering or related field.
• MS Structural Engineering or related field (preferred).
• Florida PE license or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• 10+ years in transportation roadway, structures, and bridge design and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Select and apply design criteria for minor bridge design and load rating assignments.
• Prepare engineering project documents including design calculations.
• Prepare high quality contract documents (plans, specs, estimates) for construction of bridges and related structures.
• Perform field inspections and condition assessments.
• Recognize and address technical problems with corrective actions.
• Use software to perform structural design/analysis (STAAD, Leap Bridge, MathCAD).
• Prepare working/final drawings in MicroStation and AutoCAD per client standards.

Skills

STAAD

Leap Bridge

MathCAD

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Design calculations

Field inspections

Contract documents

Bridge design

Problem solving

Education

BS Civil Engineering

MS Structural Engineering

Professional Engineering license in Florida

Tools

STAAD

Leap Bridge

MathCAD

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Job description

A career in transportation is more than bridges, roads, and rail. As we plan, design, and manage projects that move people and goods from Point A to Point B, we create connections that transform our communities. Every airport, road, bridge, port, or transit project is an opportunity to make communities safer, cleaner, and more resilient. Together, we’re making an impact around the world.

If you’re looking for a career that moves, join our team of professionals who are passionate about the future of transportation.

Your Opportunity

Stantec is seeking a Senior Structural / Bridge Engineer to join the Transportation team in Tampa, Florida. We seek a team player who desires a highly collaborative work environment, has excellent client and communication skills, and strong design capabilities. We seek a candidate with expertise with Transportation structures, including bridges, transportation related miscellaneous structures, and other structural elements such as seawalls and pedestrian structures.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Select and apply appropriate design criteria to perform minor bridge design and load rating assignments.
• Prepares engineering project documents, such as design calculations, pertaining to specific projects.
• Prepare high quality contract documents (plans, specifications, and estimates) for the construction of structures such as bridges, retaining walls, box culverts, signal/sign structures or pedestrian structures.
• Perform field inspections and condition assessments.
• Recognizes when technical problems are developing and initiates appropriate corrective actions.
• Utilizes relevant software packages to perform structural design and analysis (STAAD, Leap Bridge, MathCAD, and spreadsheets).
• Utilizes relevant software programs to prepare working and final drawings in accordance with client standards (MicroStation, AutoCAD).

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Ability to solve problems using sound professional judgment, creativity and innovation.
• Takes initiative on tasks and in coordinating with other members of the design team.
• Working knowledge of codes, legal and design requirements in relevant jurisdictions and developing jurisdictional experience and contacts.
• Proficient in Microsoft (MS) Office Suite.
• Developing ability to effectively discuss project issues.
• Communicate effectively with clients.
• Proficient in MicroStation, AutoCAD, and MathCAD is expected.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Civil Engineering or a related degree.
• Master of Science (BS) degree in Structural Engineering or a related degree (preferred)
• Professional Engineering license in Florida, or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• 10+ years related experience in Transportation roadway, structures, and bridge design and analysis.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future‑proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.

Pay Transparency

In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part‑time roles will be pro‑rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Benefits Summary

Regular full‑time and part‑time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short‑term/long‑term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full‑time and part‑time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).

Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Primary Location: United States | FL | Tampa

Other Locations: United States | FL | Clearwater

Organization: BC-2382 CommDev-US South

Employee Status: Regular

Business Justification: New Position

Travel: No

Schedule: Full time

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.