Structural Engineer

Ayres Associates; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401K with company match

PTO/holidays/flexible schedule

Job summary

Ayres Associates in Tampa, FL seeks an experienced bridge engineer to develop and manage challenging bridge projects. You will lead design teams and coordinate with agencies and subconsultants to deliver results.

Required: Civil Engineering degree, Florida PE license, and at least five years in bridge work, plus strong writing and communication skills and a valid driver's license.

The role offers growth, mentorship, and opportunities to expand client relations across public and private projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering.
• PE license in the State of Florida.
• Minimum of 5 years of bridge project experience.
• Strong technical writing and verbal communication skills.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Design, prepare reports, and other documents for bridge projects.
• Schedule, lead, and manage bridge design projects.
• Coordinate directly with various governmental agencies, subconsultants, and other stakeholders.
• Support and participate in the development and mentorship of staff.

Skills

Bridge design

Project management

Leadership

Technical writing

Verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Job description

Finding the right fit:

Ayres' bridge engineers have proudly served clients for more than 50 years. We're seeking an experienced and driven engineer who's ready for a new career opportunity developing and managing bridge projects. The ideal candidate will have a passion for bridge projects, leading design teams, a sound technical background, enjoy project management responsibilities, and strategically align our talents with opportunities.

Join Ayres - a USA TODAY Top Workplace recognized in both 2025 and 2026 - where people-first leadership, collaboration, and professional growth create an environment where great teams do their best work.

On any given day, you'll:

• Design, prepare reports, and other documents for bridge projects.
• Schedule, lead, and manage bridge design projects.
• Coordinate directly with various governmental agencies, subconsultants, and other stakeholders.
• Support and participate in the development and mentorship of staff.

Required qualifications:

• A bachelor's degree in civil engineering.
• A Professional Engineering (PE) license in the State of Florida.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience working on bridge projects.
• Strong technical writing and verbal communication skills.
• A valid driver's license with a good driving record.

Desired skills and experiences:

• An undergraduate emphasis in structural engineering or a master's degree in structural engineering beneficial, but not required.
• Success managing bridge projects and developing client relationships.
• Ability to conduct effective meetings and presentations.
• Ability to work independently and with other team members in multiple offices.
• Proven success in meeting client expectations, profitably managing projects, maintaining design schedules, and adhering to applicable regulations.

Benefits of being part of the Ayres team:

• Health, dental, and vision Insurance.
• Short and long-term disability and life insurance.
• Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) and 401K with company match.
• PTO, paid holidays including two floating holidays, and a flexible work schedule.

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