Senior Technical Bridge/QA Engineer

Vanasse Hangen Brustlin Inc.; Watertown (MA); Hybrid; USD 170,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meaningful work on complex projects

Collaborative culture

Learning and development opportunities

Best-in-class benefits

Flexible work environment

Job summary

Vanasse Hangen Brustlin Inc. is seeking a Senior Technical Bridge/QA Engineer to lead the design of structural engineering projects, focusing on bridges and transportation solutions. This position involves overseeing engineers, ensuring quality standards, and managing complex projects.

The ideal candidate has over 15 years of bridge design experience, knowledge of MassDOT standards, and a PE license. Benefits include a hybrid work environment and industry-leading compensation.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of professional experience in structural bridge design, construction phasing, and complex transportation projects required.
• MassDOT/MBTA experience is preferred.
• Experience developing bridge design and detailing (steel, concrete, prestressed concrete), and seismic analysis.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the technical design of structural engineering projects.
• Direct and mentor team members in the development of design plans and specifications.
• Perform quality reviews of team members' work.
• Manage planning, analysis, and design document preparation for bridge projects.

Skills

Oversee complex projects

Coaching and mentoring

Structural engineering knowledge

MassDOT Bridge design standards

Technical writing

Independent work capability

Technical and critical thinking

Detail-oriented and quality-focused

Structural engineering software (AASHTOWare, Midas Civil)

AutoCAD Civil 3D and Bentley OpenBridge

Education

BS in Civil/Structural Engineering

PE license

Master's degree with structural emphasis

Job description

Senior Technical Bridge/QA Engineer

Overview

Senior Technical Bridge/QA Engineer | Hybrid | Flexible location

VHB has been at the forefront of delivering impactful, innovative projects and has achieved significant milestones in recent years, while offering employees an industry leading workspace with exceptional benefits that have propelled us to being a consistent 'Best Place to Work'.

Recent VHB Accolades: 2025 U.S. Best Managed Company - Awarded by Deloitte Private and The Wall Street Journal.

Learn more about our Structures practice at VHB: Bridges & Structures | VHB.

VHB's Structures group is seeking a Senior Technical Bridge/QC engineer to expand our structural practice/capabilities across the footprint. In this senior technical role, you'll be an integral part of the planning, analysis, design, and detailing of bridge and other transportation related structural projects, from railroad to highway, as well as mentoring our structural team.

In this position, you would serve in a lead role overseeing the technical design of structural engineering projects in our bridge and structures group. The role will include oversight and mentoring our engineering staff on best practices for planning, analysis, design, and detailing of bridge and other transportation related structural projects.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the technical design of structural engineering projects
• Direct and mentor team members in the development of design plans, technical oversight, specifications, design calculations, load ratings, cost estimates, reports, final bid packages, etc.
• Perform quality reviews of team members work for accuracy and to ensure that the production of plans, specifications, reports, and analyses meet scope, schedule, cost and quality requirements
• Manage, develop, organize, and implement structural planning, analysis, preliminary and final design document preparation for bridge-focused transportation projects

Skills and Attributes

• Strong proven ability to oversee complex projects
• Motivated to coach and mentor team members
• Extensive knowledge of concepts, practices, and procedures in structural engineering
• Experience and in-depth knowledge of MassDOT Bridge design standards
• Demonstrated excellence in technical writing
• Team oriented with strong capability to work independently
• Robust technical and critical thinking skills
• Detail-oriented and quality-focused
• Knowledge of structural engineering software (AASHTOWare, Midas Civil, MDX, SP Column, MerlinDASH, Mathcad)
• AutoCAD Civil 3D, Bentley OpenBridge, MicroStation v8 and Connect experience is a strong plus

Qualifications

• 15+ years of professional experience in structural bridge design, construction phasing, and complex bridge/transportation projects required
• MassDOT/MBTA experience is preferred
• PE license required
• BS in Civil/Structural Engineering required
• Master's degree with structural emphasis a plus
• Experience completing transportation studies, design reports, final design documents and developing contract plans, in conformity with accepted engineering standards and procedures
• Independent experience developing bridge design and detailing (steel, concrete, prestressed concrete), and seismic analysis

Our best estimate of the salary range for this position located in Boston/Watertown, MA is $170,000-230,000 and the position located in Worcester, MA is $160,000-220,000. The final compensation will be based on a variety of factors such as individual qualifications, education, and experience.

Benefits

• Meaningful work on complex projects with real community impact
• A collaborative, inclusive culture that values curiosity and shared success
• Support to grow your skills and lead through change
• Learning and development supported by evolving tools and technologies, including AI
• Best-in-class benefits and a flexible, hybrid work environment

Job Locations

US-MA-Watertown | US-MA-Boston | US-MA-Worcester

VHB is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of inclusion and belonging, supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.