Bridge Design Engineer

Fisher Associates, P.E., L.S., L.A., D.P.C.

$85K — $100K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • B.S. in Civil Engineering or related field required.
  • 5-10 years of relevant transportation experience with a bridge design focus.
  • EIT certification required; PE license preferred or must be obtained.
  • Proficiency in MicroStation, STAAD, and other bridge design software essential.
  • Familiarity with NYSDOT and PennDOT design standards preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct structural engineering tasks including load ratings and foundation design.
  • Develop comprehensive design plans, construction documents, and cost estimates.
  • Perform field inspections and prepare detailed bridge inspection reports.
  • Ensure compliance with DOT, state, and local safety standards in designs.
  • Support project managers with schedules and QA/QC tasks during construction phases.
  • Collaborate with various stakeholders to ensure successful project completion.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 401(k) plan offerings.
  • Company-paid life and disability insurance.
  • Hybrid work schedule for flexibility.
  • Generous PTO and paid holidays.
  • Strong focus on work-life balance.
  • Professional development opportunities with reimbursement.
  • Employee groups promoting community and inclusion.
Full Job Description
Job Type

Full-time

Description

Bridge Design Engineer - Syracuse, NY

Bridge Design Engineer - Civil / Structural

Design Central New York bridges and structures supporting NYSDOT and municipal clients. Projects include bridge/culvert replacements and rehabilitations inspections, load ratings, and infrastructure projects across the Syracuse and broader regional market.

In addition to supporting the Syracuse market, this structural engineering role helps advance structural design, analysis, inspection, documentation, construction support, and multidisciplinary transportation delivery across New York, Pennsylvania, and Fisher's broader regional operations.

What You'll Do
  • Structural engineering, including load rating, structural analysis, and foundation design.
  • Develop design plans, construction documents, specifications, and cost estimates.
  • Conduct field inspections, prepare bridge inspection reports, and maintain detailed project records.
  • Ensure designs comply with applicable DOT, state, local, regulatory, and safety standards.
  • Support project managers with schedules, documentation, presentations, QA/QC, and construction-phase technical support.
  • Collaborate with clients, agencies, subconsultants, contractors, and internal teams to support successful delivery.


Requirements

What We're Looking For
  • B.S. degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
  • 5-10 years of transportation experience with a structures or bridge design background.
  • EIT required; Professional Engineering license preferred or ability to obtain licensure.
  • Proficiency in MicroStation, STAAD, and bridge design software.
  • Familiarity with state DOT design standards, including NYSDOT or PennDOT preferred.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with bridge design, inspection, rehabilitation, load rating, foundation design, construction support, and multidisciplinary transportation projects.
  • Strong organizational, planning, documentation, technical judgment, communication, and attention-to-detail skills.
  • Professional performance aligned with Fisher's Mission, Vision, Core Values, and Clientship philosophy.

Why Join Fisher
  • Shape meaningful infrastructure and community projects while working with multidisciplinary teams that value practical problem-solving and technical excellence.
  • Grow in a culture of trust, collaboration, accessible leadership, mentorship, flexibility, and long-term professional development.
  • Contribute to client-focused work where your voice, judgment, ownership, and relationships help drive successful project outcomes.

Compensation + Benefits
  • Salary range: $85,000-$100,000; actual compensation varies based on experience, qualifications, and other factors and excludes the value of benefits.
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) plan
  • Company-paid life and disability insurance
  • Hybrid work schedule
  • Generous PTO and paid holidays
  • Strong work-life balance
  • Shareholders program
  • Professional development opportunities and reimbursement
  • Supplemental benefits designed for total well-being and financial security
  • Employee groups focused on community, inclusion, and employee voice

Location Flexibility

While this posting is aligned to the Syracuse, NY market, the role may support teams, projects, and client needs across multiple Fisher office locations. Fisher will also consider strong candidates located near established Fisher office locations based on project needs, team alignment, licensure, client relationships, and growth priorities.

Salary Description

$85,000-$100,000 Annually

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