Senior Bridge Engineer

A career in transportation is more than bridges, roads, and rail. As we plan, design, and manage projects that move people and goods from Point A to Point B, we create connections that transform our communities. Every airport, road, bridge, port, or transit project is an opportunity to make communities safer, cleaner, and more resilient. Together, we’re making an impact around the world.

If you’re looking for a career that moves, join our team of professionals who are passionate about the future of transportation. 

When faced with an impasse, do you look to bridge the gap? Our Bridges Team does too. From local bridge rehabilitations that support our communities to iconic bridge designs that define a region, our opportunities will connect you to your career goals.

Your Opportunity

The role of a Senior Bridge Engineer is to lead as a team member on small and large projects under the guidance of a Senior Project Manager. The Senior Bridge Engineer should be able to evaluate, select, specify, and engineer systems or products for a project.

A Senior Bridge Engineer will perform a variety of tasks which may include preparing the plans and designs of structures such as highway and railroad bridges, multilevel interchanges, retaining walls, overhead sign structures and bridge class culverts and may include bridge condition inspection.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Performs simple to complex bridge design and analysis.
• Perform calculations using company standard software and proprietary manufacturer software.
• Development of details, engineering specifications, quantities, and cost estimates.
• Review and/or approve contractor submittals during construction.
• Maintains thorough understanding of state-of-the art practices in highway and railroad bridges.
• Provides opportunities for technical growth and knowledge sharing within the office. 
• Provides technical oversight and quality assurance on multiple bridge design projects. 

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Licensed Professional Engineer required
• Licensed Structural Engineer is preferred, but not required
• Demonstrated technical ability in designing and rehabilitating highway bridges.
• Knowledgeable in use of AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications and TxDOT design standards and manuals
• Proficient in Microstation and other relevant structural analysis software in some or all of the following: STAAD Pro, LEAP Bridge Concrete with Conspan, and RC Pier, LPile, MDX, CSiBridge, AASHTOWare BrR and TxDOT software. 
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to effectively manage time and multiple concurrent assignments budget and schedule delivery

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Masters degree in Structural Engineering preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years related experience required.

Position will primarily work in an office setting; will may require some field work.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

About Stantec

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.