Senior Structural Engineer - Bridge and Transportation

AMT Engineering; Emeryville (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tiered medical coverage

401(k) with generous match

Employee Stock Ownership (ESOP)

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

AMT Engineering is seeking a Senior Structural / Bridge Engineer with over 10 years of experience for its team. The role involves leading the technical design of complex bridge projects, managing client relationships, and ensuring project delivery standards.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, proficiency in various structural design software, and strong communication and leadership skills. Benefits include medical, dental, retirement plans, and more.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of project and client-management experience.
• Proficiency in structural design software and MS Office.
• Professional Engineer (PE) licensure or ability to obtain within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical design of bridge or structural projects.
• Plan, direct, and monitor all aspects of bridge projects.
• Conduct design development and work sessions with teams.

Skills

Project Management

Business Development

Structural Design Software

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Master’s in Structural Engineering

Tools

LEAP Bridge Enterprise

LARSA 4D

Bentley MicroStation

OpenRoads/Bridge

AASHTOWare BrR

Job description

Morton Thomas and Associates, Inc. (AMT) is growing. We are seeking a Senior Structural / Bridge Engineer with 10+ years of experience in the analysis and design of new and rehabilitated structures for the structural engineering team in Raleigh, NC or other office locations.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical design of bridge or structural projects.
• Plan, direct, and monitor all aspects of mid‑to‑large, multi‑discipline bridge projects with high technical complexity.
• Establish client relations and participate in marketing, contractual, design, and production meetings.
• Conduct schematic, design development, and contractual document work sessions with project managers and other disciplines.
• Ensure project deliverables and supporting documentation are complete, understandable, and meet client and AMT requirements.
• Coordinate staffing and workload throughout project development to meet schedules.
• Collaborate with the Business/Accounting Manager and Discipline/Managing Director for project reviews.
• Implement QA/QC procedures and review bridge plans.
• Execute training and development for personnel and mentor less experienced project managers.
• Maintain professional engineering registration.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET‑accredited institution (Master’s in Structural Engineering preferred).
• Professional Engineer (PE) licensure or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.
• 10+ years of project and client‑management experience with significant project exposure.
• Proficiency in MS Office and desired structural design software (LEAP Bridge Enterprise, LARSA 4D, LPile, MDX, Descus, AASHTOWare BrR, Merlin DASH, spColumn, Bentley MicroStation, OpenRoads/Bridge, etc.).
• Demonstrated business‑development and strategic‑planning skills.
• Strong communication, leadership, planning, and mentoring capabilities.
• Willingness to perform hands‑on bridge condition inspections and work at heights.
• Valid driver’s license in good standing and willingness to travel locally (rare overnight stays).
• Successful completion of a post‑offer background check.

Physical Requirements: Majority of work is office‑based. Some field work may be required, including navigating unpaved or natural terrain, carrying equipment, and exposure to extreme heat, cold, or inclement weather.

Benefits

• Tiered medical coverage
• Dental and vision plans
• 401(k) with generous company match
• Employee Stock Ownership (ESOP)
• Short‑ and long‑term disability coverage
• College savings plan
• Life insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Training and certification support