Senior Bridge Engineer

Alfred Benesch & Company; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9% retirement contribution

Generous paid time off

Parental leave

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Alfred Benesch & Company is seeking a Senior Structural Project Engineer in Wilkes-Barre, PA. The successful candidate will have a B.S. in Civil Engineering, 8+ years of experience in bridge projects, and a PE license in Pennsylvania. Responsibilities include leading projects, mentoring staff, and ensuring quality of engineering work.

We offer a hybrid work schedule, a strong career development focus, and a commitment to inclusivity in the workplace.

Qualifications

• Licensed PE in Pennsylvania.
• Minimum of 8 years of bridge design, load rating, and inspection experience.
• Ability to perform complex analysis and design.

Responsibilities

• Serve as lead engineer on various bridge projects.
• Mentor junior staff and assist in their development.
• Prepare and review structural calculations for bridge designs.
• Manage compilation of plans and cost estimates.
• Perform and prepare bridge inspections and reports.

Skills

Bridge design experience

Team leadership

Communication skills

Client relations

MicroStation software

Education

B.S. Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Open Roads

Open Bridge Design software

Job description

Simply Put, A Great Place to Work

Benesch is a growing, multi-disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm. We enhance infrastructure and communities across the country - creating spaces and providing connections in ways that make a difference.

We pride ourselves on being nimble enough to remain responsive to client needs yet large enough to offer exceptional bench strength. As a member of our team, you'll have an opportunity to draw from those resources when you need them and, likewise, contribute your expertise when you have something to share.

At Benesch, we are looking for candidates with varied backgrounds and worldviews. We are committed to offering an inclusive work environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Statistics show that women and underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for a position if they don't meet 100% of the qualifications. If this statement resonates with you, don't be so hard on yourself-apply for the job!

Senior Structural Project Engineer

Our Wilkes-Barre office is looking to hire a Senior Structural Project Engineer. The ideal candidate will be a licensed PE in Pennsylvania, have a minimum of 8 years of experience and will work within a team of professionals designing, load rating and inspecting bridge structures preferably with PennDOT and PTC. We are looking for someone who is highly and internally motivated, wants to work on complex and engaging projects, and desires increasing levels of responsibility. The successful candidate must be enthusiastic, a team player and looking to advance their career.

Location

This position will have a hybrid work schedule and, when in the office, will work from our Wilkes-Barre, PA office.

The Impact You Will Have

• Serve as lead engineer on a variety of bridge replacement and rehabilitation projects
• Mentor junior staff and assist with the growth and development of the structural staff in the Wilkes-Barre office
• Prepare and review structural and geometrical calculations for bridge design projects
• Assume responsibility for assigned design calculation files and plans assuring adequate independent QC reviews on that work
• Manage the process of compiling and coordinating plans, specifications, cost estimates and pay items in accordance with PennDOT/PTC standards
• Prepare and review bridge load rating reports to PennDOT/PTC design standards
• Plan and perform bridge inspections to PennDOT/PTC design standards
• Prepare and review bridge inspection reports to PennDOT/PTC design standards
• Coordinate the above tasks with the Project Manager
• Lead structural designers and inspectors on bridge design, load rating and inspection projects

What We Are Looking For

• B.S. Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline required
• PE License in Pennsylvania or ability to obtain through reciprocity
• Certified Bridge Safety Inspector (CBSI) - not required, but preferred
• Minimum of 8 years of bridge design, load rating and inspection experience
• Experience working with PennDOT, specifically District 4-0, PTC and/or municipalities
• Excellent communication and client relation skills
• Progressive experience with developing contract and utilizing MicroStation Connects, Open Roads and Open Bridge Design software
• Strong organization and leadership skills with a track record for adhering to design budgets and schedules
• Ability to perform complex analysis and design
• Ability to assemble a complete design package for assigned elements or projects
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment

Why Benesch

It’s simple. We invest in our people, not just our projects.

• Career growth that’s real with leadership development, training, and clear paths forward
• Strong financial future with up to 9% retirement contribution for benefit-eligible employees
• Flexibility that works with schedules that support your life
• Time to recharge with generous paid time off and parental leave for benefit-eligible employees
• Support beyond work through mentorship, hands‑on experience, and opportunities to make an impact from day one

Equal Opportunity & Accessibility

At Benesch, we believe great work starts with great people and that means creating a workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.

Benesch is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants in all protected groups, including veterans and individuals with disabilities, or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.

Benesch is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with a physical disability or other impairment.

If you are limited in your ability or are unable to access Benesch’s Careers website due to a physical disability or other impairment, you may request a reasonable accommodation by emailing [e-mail]. This option is only available to those in need of an accommodation due to a disability or other impairment. Please do not use this as an alternative method for general inquiries or status on applications, as you will not receive a response. Reasonable requests will be responded to as soon as possible on a case‑by‑case basis.

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We will be accepting applications on an ongoing basis until a candidate is found.