Senior Structural Bridge Engineer — Lead Projects

LJB Inc.; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 128,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

LJB Inc. is seeking an experienced Senior Structural Bridge Engineer to support and grow our Transportation Practice in Charlotte, North Carolina.

You will lead bridge design efforts from preliminary to final design and coordinate with DOT and local governments to deliver safe, efficient infrastructure. The role requires 10+ years of bridge design, a PE license, and a strong background in design‑build projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering with a Structural emphasis required.
• PE license required.
• 10+ years of bridge/culvert design experience.
• DOT bridge design experience and knowledge of DOT guidelines (NCDOT preferred).
• Knowledge of AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications and Manual for Bridge Evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering design tasks for bridge projects from preliminary to final design.
• Develop specifications, cost estimates, and prepare final bid packages.
• Establish relationships with client staff and project managers, especially DOT and local governments.
• Provide design services for design‑bid‑build and design‑build bridge projects.
• Mentor and assist junior engineers in developing final design plans.
• Coordinate design activities between design staff, subcontractors, and client managers.
• Participate in project decisions on technical approaches, cost, and scheduling.
• Identify schedule and cost variances and implement corrective actions.
• Lead and participate in transportation-related professional organizations.

Skills

Bridge design

Design-build delivery

Project leadership

Client coordination

Mentoring

Cost estimation

Schedule management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

MS degree (preferred)

Job description

LJB Inc. is seeking an experienced Senior Structural Bridge Engineer to support and grow our Transportation Practice in Charlotte, North Carolina.

You will lead bridge design efforts from preliminary to final design and coordinate with DOT and local governments to deliver safe, efficient infrastructure. The role requires 10+ years of bridge design, a PE license, and a strong background in design‑build projects.