Structural (Bridge) Design Engineer

JMT; Maryland; Hybrid; USD 82,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP program

Caregiver leave

Mentorship program

Professional development

Structured career ladder

Company-paid life insurance

Health/Vision/Dental

Job summary

JMT, a 100% employee-owned firm, is looking for a Design Engineer to design transportation structures from our Hunt Valley, MD headquarters, with opportunities to work nationwide. You will engage in mentorship, ESOP ownership, and a structured career ladder while supporting projects across the Mid-Atlantic and East Coast.

The role offers a hybrid work schedule, competitive salary, and benefits including health, vision, and dental insurance, plus company-paid life insurance and retirement options.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil or structural engineering from a 4-year accredited university.
• 0–3 years of bridge structural design and inspection experience preferred.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering tasks in the structural engineering field applying AASHTO LRFD specifications and design-oriented computer programs.
• Assist in preparing bridge project documentation including plan sets, specifications, and engineering estimates.
• Participate in plan and shop drawing reviews.
• Draft using MicroStation.
• Assist in field work for bridge and structure inspections.

Skills

AASHTO LRFD

Bridge design

Structural analysis

MicroStation

Mathcad

MS Office

EIT/FE

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

MicroStation

Mathcad

MS Office (Word/Excel)

Job description

Job Description At JMT we’re not just growing, we’re thriving as a 100% employee-owned firm with over 2,800 driven professionals nationwide. We provide multi-disciplinary engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to clients throughout the Country. Our employee owners are the heart and soul of our success, consistently recognized as leaders throughout our industry by leading publications at the national, regional, and local levels. We’re proud to be ranked

Job Description At JMT we’re not just growing, we’re thriving as a 100% employee-owned firm with over 2,800 driven professionals nationwide. We provide multi-disciplinary engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to clients throughout the Country. Our employee owners are the heart and soul of our success, consistently recognized as leaders throughout our industry by leading publications at the national, regional, and local levels. We’re proud to be ranked #45 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 Design Firms, #14 of Transportation Design Firms, and the third largest engineering firm in the Baltimore Area, according to the Baltimore Business Journal. Join Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson (JMT), a dynamic 100% employee-owned firm seeking a Design Engineer to design transportation structures projects in Maryland and around the Nation from our Hunt Valley, MD headquarters. Enjoy ownership perks such as our ESOP program, caregiver leave, professional development opportunities, a structured mentorship program, and a career ladder. We offer a competitive salary range of $82,160 - $90,000/annually, a hybrid work schedule, flexible hours, affordable benefits including Health/Vision/Dental, and company-paid life insurance.

Compensation for this position is commensurate with experience, education and certifications. The provided range is a good faith estimate based on the requirements described within the job description. We notice that we receive a wide variety of applicants and recognize that the person selected may be less experienced or more experienced. If so, the actual salary range may vary from the estimate provided.

Immigration sponsorship or support (e.g. H1B, F-1 CPT/OPT/STEM OPT) is not available for this position, except for qualified candidates eligible for the TN visa classification.

In this role, you’ll build your career as a junior structural engineer while contributing to transportation structure projects primarily throughout the Mid-Atlantic, with opportunities to support work along the entire East Coast. You’ll be part of diverse, multidisciplinary project teams and work alongside award-winning professional engineers who are committed to mentorship, technical excellence, and practical problem solving. Your contributions will play an important role in developing safe, reliable, and innovative solutions that help move communities forward.

Essential Functions And Responsibilities

• Perform engineering tasks in the structural engineering field through application of AASHTO LRFD specifications, and design-oriented computer programs.
• Assist in the preparation of bridge project documentation including plan sets, specifications, and engineering estimates including the collection, assembling, and organizing of project data.
• Participate in plan and shop drawing reviews.
• Drafting using MicroStation.
• Assist in the field performing bridge and structure inspections.
• Working under the supervision of a Project Manager or Senior Level Engineer.

Nonessential Functions And Responsibilities

• Perform other related duties as assigned

Required Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from a 4-year accredited university.

Preferred Experience

• 0 to 3 years of bridge structural design and inspection experience.
• Master’s Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Knowledge of structural design principles and analysis for steel and reinforced concrete.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) certification.
• Experience using structural analysis and design software, MicroStation drafting software, Mathcad, and proficiency in Microsoft Office software including WORD and EXCEL.
• Ability to perform field work such as bridge inspections and site visits.
• Ability to work on multiple projects in a dynamic, team-oriented environment.
• Ability to organize work, set priorities, meet critical deadlines, and follow-up on assignments with supervision.
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills.
• Flexibility to travel for work.

Working Conditions

Work is performed primarily in a general office environment, approximately 95% of the time. The role is generally sedentary but may involve occasional standing, walking, and lifting up to 25 pounds, as needed. Office conditions include adequate lighting and temperature, with no hazardous or unpleasant conditions related to noise, dust, or similar factors. Occasional field work may be required for inspections of transportation structures, including bridges, retaining walls, and culverts, where conditions may include heat or cold, wet or humid weather, and dry or arid environments.

Benefits

• Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Company paid Life and Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Caregiver Leave Program
• 401K Retirement Plan (Traditional and Roth options)
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Career Development Programs
• And more…
• Benefits | JMT

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. #FirstLine-KM1