Structural Designer Engineer Transportation Bridge

VHB; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Best-in-class benefits

Flexible work environment

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

VHB in Boston, MA is looking for a Structural Designer - Engineer to work on impactful bridge and transportation projects. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years' experience and a B.S. in Civil Engineering. Responsibilities include overseeing engineering design, preparing construction documents, and mentoring junior staff. This position offers a hybrid work environment and a salary range of $90,000-$110,000, dependent on qualifications. Join a collaborative team and contribute to community-focused projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in Bridge/Transportation projects required.
• EIT expected, PE license or ability to obtain within 12 months preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work on major bridge and other complex transportation projects.
• Provide technical support to junior structural engineering staff.
• Perform oversight of engineering design for bridges.
• Prepare construction documents including plans and specifications.
• Perform quality control reviews of project construction documents.

Skills

Attention to detail

Project management

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal communication

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Bridge design knowledge

Familiarity with Mathcad

Seismic analysis knowledge

Education

B.S. Civil Engineering

Tools

AASHTOware

LARSA 4D

MDX

midas Bridge

Excel

Job description

Overview

Structural Designer - Engineer (Bridge and Transportation) | Hybrid

VHB's structural engineering group plays a vital role in enhancing connectivity through infrastructure projects such as complex bridge and interchange designs, rehabilitation and inspection, pedestrian walkways, and transit stations. This diverse range of structural engineering services helps improve mobility for the traveling public.

VHB’s dynamic Massachusetts group is looking to add Structural design/engineers to its expanding and innovative team. This is an exciting opportunity to work on diverse and impactful projects across the region. Utilize state-of-the-art tools and technologies to design and develop transformative transportation/infrastructure solutions.

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

Responsibilities

• Work on major bridge and other complex transportation projects
• Provide technical support/mentorship to junior structural engineering staff
• Perform oversight of engineering design for bridges and other transportation infrastructure
• Prepare construction documents, including plans, specifications, estimates and calculation
• Perform quality control reviews of project construction documents, engineering reports, etc.

Skills And Attributes

• Self-motivated with excellent attention to detail
• AutoCAD Civil 3D experience
• Must possess strong project management and technical skills
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Familiarity with bridge design and detailing (steel, concrete, prestressed concrete) and seismic analysis
• Familiarity with Mathcad and Excel for developing calculations packages
• Familiarity with structural engineering software (AASHTOware, LARSA 4D, MDX, midas Bridge, Mathcad, etc.)

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in Bridge/Transportation projects required
• B.S. Civil Engineering (1-2 years may be substituted for a Master’s degree)
• EIT expected, PE license or ability to obtain within 12 months preferred

Our best estimate of the salary range for this position located in Boston/Watertown, MA is $90,000-110,000. The final compensation will be based on a variety of factors such as individual qualifications, education, and experience.

Building What’s Next, Together. Our people make the difference. We foster a technology-empowered, people‑driven, future‑ready culture where agility, innovation, and collaboration shape how we work every day.

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

We’re growing across the East Coast and are consistently recognized as a great place to work. Ready to shape what’s next? Learn more about what sets our employee experience apart and connect with us.

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.