Structural Bridge Engineer III

Socket.dev; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 138,000 - 168,000; Full time

Job summary

RS&H seeks a Senior Bridge Engineer to join our bridge/structural team in Denver, leading design efforts and delivering complex transportation projects with technical excellence.

You will mentor junior engineers, coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, and drive process improvements while ensuring contractual compliance and client satisfaction. Salary ranges reflect experience and Denver market norms.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• 10+ years of relevant experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Colorado.
• Experience with CDOT, local cities, and counties.
• Proven ability to provide technical leadership and mentor junior staff.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a project lead on bridge and structural transportation projects.
• Plan, design, analyze, and deliver structural bridge solutions that meet client objectives, project requirements, and applicable industry standards.
• Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and oversight to junior engineers and support staff.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure effective project delivery and compliance with contractual requirements.
• Support the development and implementation of new processes, standards, and best practices that enhance project quality and operational efficiency.
• Manage small discipline teams, multidisciplinary project teams, and/or direct reports.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Project management

Communication

Technical guidance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (ABET-accredited)

10+ years of relevant experience

Job description

The Opportunity

Senior Bridge Engineer

RS&H is seeking an experienced Senior Bridge Engineer to join our bridge/structural team. In this role, you will serve as a leader and trusted subject matter experts, contributing to the successful delivery of complex bridge and transportation infrastructure projects. You will be responsible for leading design efforts, ensuring technical excellence, mentoring team members, and supporting project delivery from planning through construction.

What You'll Do

• Serve as a project lead on bridge and structural transportation projects
• Plan, design, analyze, and deliver structural bridge solutions that meet client objectives, project requirements, and applicable industry standards
• Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and oversight to junior engineers and support staff
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure effective project delivery and compliance with contractual requirements
• Support the development and implementation of new processes, standards, and best practices that enhance project quality and operational efficiency
• Manage small discipline teams, multidisciplinary project teams, and/or direct reports

What You'll Need to Be Successful

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited program and 10+ years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Colorado
• Experience working with CDOT, local cities, and counties preferred
• Demonstrated experience contributing to major infrastructure projects or leading multiple moderate-sized projects through design and delivery
• Proven ability to provide technical leadership, mentor junior staff, and review engineering work for technical accuracy and quality
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to navigate complex or potentially sensitive technical and business challenges in a professional manner
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to build and maintain strong relationships with clients, contractors, project partners, and internal teams
• Ability to collaborate effectively across disciplines while balancing multiple priorities and project commitments

Compensation

The typical salary range for this position in Denver is $138,000 to $168,000 with compensation commensurate with experience, qualifications, and geographic location.

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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The Company

Employee-owned, RS&H is one of the nation’s leading architecture, engineering, and consulting firms, with associates who work hard every day to create tomorrow together. We offer an exceptional journey from start to future. Our integrated teams translate experience into insight, turn challenges into opportunities, and build relationships that are as strong as the buildings and infrastructure we deliver together. We attribute our success to our unwavering commitment to our core values: integrity, accountability, curiosity, and teamwork.