Structural Bridge Engineer

VHB; Virginia Beach (VA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Best-in-class benefits

Flexible work environment

Learning and development support

Job summary

VHB is seeking a Structural Bridge Engineer to contribute to infrastructure projects in Richmond, Williamsburg, or Virginia Beach. The role involves planning, analysis, design, and detailing of bridge projects. Candidates must have 3+ years of bridge design experience and a B.S. in Civil Engineering.

This position offers a hybrid work environment and an inclusive culture that values community impact and professional growth.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of structural bridge design experience required.
• Engineering in Training (EIT) certification; PE preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review plans, specifications, reports, and analyses.
• Support structural planning and analysis.
• Develop design plans and specifications for bridge projects.

Skills

Structural engineering concepts

Technical writing

Team collaboration

Critical thinking

Attention to detail

AASHTOWare

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Education

B.S. in Civil Engineering (structural emphasis preferred)

Tools

AASHTOWare

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Bentley OpenBridge

MicroStation v8

Job description

ABOUT THE POSITION

Structural Bridge Engineer | Richmond, Virginia | Virginia Beach, VA | Williamsburg, VA | Hybrid

VHB's Structural Engineering group plays a critical role in enhancing connectivity through infrastructure projects, including complex bridge and interchange designs, rehabilitation and inspections, pedestrian walkways, and transit stations. This diverse range of services contributes to improved mobility for the traveling public.

VHB is expanding its Virginia region along I-64 and is seeking a Structural Engineer specializing in bridge design in our Richmond, Williamsburg, or Virginia Beach location. By joining our team, you will become part of a highly successful and award-winning firm.

In this position, you will serve in a technical role focused on the planning, analysis, design, and detailing of bridge and other transportation-related structural projects.

Learn more about our Bridge and Structures Engineering practice and ongoing work at VHB: Bridges & Structures | VHB

Responsibilities

• Review plans, specifications, reports, and analyses to ensure they meet scope, schedule, cost, and quality requirements.
• Support and implement structural planning, analysis, and the preparation of both preliminary and final design documents for bridge-focused projects.
• Develop design plans, technical specifications, design calculations, load ratings, cost estimates, reports, final bid packages, and more.
• Ensure production of plans, specifications, reports, and analyses meet scope, schedule, cost, and quality standards.
• Review and create structural inspections/evaluations, as well as associated load capacity ratings.
• Assist other engineers with a variety of assignments, such as the design and detailing of structures that support or resist loads (e.g., highway, pedestrian, and railroad bridges; commuter rail stations; marine structures; energy projects; retaining walls).
• Perform project scoping studies and alternatives analysis.
• Prepare construction contract documents and technical reports.

Skills & Knowledge

• Extensive knowledge of structural engineering concepts, practices, and procedures.
• Proven excellence in verbal presentations and technical writing.
• Collaborative team player with a strong ability to work independently.
• Strong technical and critical thinking skills.
• Highly detail-oriented with a focus on quality.
• Proficiency with structural engineering software (AASHTOWare, LARSA 4D, MDX, SP Column, MerlinDASH, Mathcad).
• Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D, Bentley OpenBridge, MicroStation v8, and Connect is a strong plus.
• Familiarity with engineering standards and procedures, including AASHTO and DOT guidelines.
• Experience in bridge design and detailing (steel, concrete, prestressed concrete), as well as seismic analysis.

Minimum Qualifications

• 3+ years of structural bridge design experience required.
• B.S. in Civil Engineering (structural emphasis preferred).
• Engineering in Training (EIT) certification; PE preferred.

When You Join VHB, You’ll Find

• 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.

VHB is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Since its founding, VHB has 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.