Structural Engineer (S.E.) Transportation Bridges

MSA Professional Services; Pleasant Valley Township (IA); On-site; USD 79,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP – 100% employee-owned

Flex Time

401(k) Retirement Plan

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Parental Leave

Employer-Paid Insurance

STIP – Bonus opportunity

Job summary

MSA Professional Services is seeking a Structural Engineer – Bridges to join our Champaign, Illinois team. You will lead structural design for bridge projects, mentor engineers, and collaborate with project managers and clients across the Midwest to deliver high‑quality transportation structures.

The role emphasizes ownership, ESOP culture, and ongoing professional growth while supporting work‑life balance and flexible schedules in a 100% employee‑owned firm with a long history of community

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited Civil Engineering degree required.
• 4+ years post-graduate structural engineering experience.
• Active Illinois SE license required; additional licensure may be required.

Responsibilities

• Lead bridge design and technical leadership for replacement, rehabilitation, and transportation projects.
• Perform and review calculations, plans, specs, cost estimates, and construction documents.
• Ensure design standards and practical, constructible solutions meet project delivery quality.

Skills

Bridge design

Structural analysis

Project leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (ABET-accredited)

Structural engineering emphasis preferred

Job description

Overview

MSA Professional Services is seeking a Structural Engineer – Bridges to join our team in Champaign, Illinois. This role is an opportunity for an experienced structural engineer to lead technical design and contribute to bridge replacement, rehabilitation, and transportation structure projects throughout Illinois and the Midwest. You’ll apply your structural engineering expertise across the planning, design, and construction phases of projects while working closely with Project Managers, clients, and multidisciplinary teams. The role also provides opportunities to mentor developing engineers, participate in client relationships, and take increasing ownership of technical project delivery. MSA Professional Services is 100% employee-owned, meaning every employee has a direct stake in the success of the company. This ownership mindset drives our collaborative culture, long-term thinking, and commitment to delivering high-quality work for the communities we serve. Come join the ownership team at MSA!

Employee Testimonial

"As an employee-owned company (100% ESOP), working at MSA is not just a job. We're genuine co-owners, and this ESOP setup promotes a culture of collaboration and engagement throughout MSA because we all have a direct financial interest as owners."

• Project Engineer Transportation, Cedar Rapids Office

Responsibilities

Bridge Design & Technical Leadership

• Lead structural analysis and design for bridge replacement, rehabilitation, and other transportation structure projects
• Perform and review engineering calculations, plans, specifications, cost estimates, technical reports, and construction documents
• Apply applicable design standards and engineering judgment to develop practical, constructible solutions and ensure quality throughout project delivery
• Lead field investigations and provide technical support during construction, including addressing design and construction challenges

Project Delivery

• Lead assigned project components with minimal oversight while maintaining responsibility for technical quality, scope, schedule, and budget
• Coordinate the work of engineers, designers, and technical staff to deliver consistent, high-quality project documents
• Proactively identify technical or project challenges and collaborate with Project Managers and team members to develop solutions
• Support QA/QC processes and review technical work completed by junior staff

Client & Team Collaboration

• Communicate directly with clients, agencies, contractors, and other project stakeholders to coordinate deliverables and resolve technical issues
• Participate in and lead project meetings, presenting technical information and representing MSA professionally
• Mentor developing engineers through technical guidance, work review, and ongoing feedback
• Contribute to proposals, client development, and opportunities to expand MSA’s bridge and structural work

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related engineering field from an ABET-accredited program required
• Structural engineering emphasis preferred

Experience

• 4+ years of relevant post-graduate structural engineering experience
• Bridge design, rehabilitation, inspection, or transportation structures experience strongly preferred

Licensure

• Active Structural Engineer (SE) license in the State of Illinois required
• Additional state licensure may be required based on project assignments

Why MSA

• 100% employee‑owned firm with 100+ years of community impact
• Collaborative culture with in-house experts for all disciplines across the firm
• Flexible work‑life integration
• Ongoing learning and professional growth opportunities for all positions
• Commitment to fostering a work environment where employees have a strong sense of inclusion and belonging
• Included on the "ENR Top 500 Design Firms" for over 27 straight years

Additional Benefits

• Compensation Range: $79,000–$126,500 (commensurate with experience)
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – As a 100% employee-owned company, eligible employees receive company shares at no cost
• Flex Time: Work 42 hours this week? Have 2 hours added to your Flex Time balance to use as time off in the future
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Generous employer match that is immediately 100% vested
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance for employees and eligible dependents
• Paid Time Off – Minimum of 17 days in the first year
• Paid Holidays – 8 holidays annually
• Paid Parental Leave – regardless of birth parent
• Employer-Paid Insurance – Life, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
• Short-Term Incentive Program (STIP) – Annual performance-based bonus opportunity

Equal Opportunity Employer

MSA is 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, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. MSA is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact [e-mail] so we can assist you.