Lead Structural Bridge Engineer

HR Green

$95K — $115K *
Transportation
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license (MUST HAVE)
  • Approximately 8 or more years of structural or bridge engineering experience
  • Experience delivering bridge projects from concept through final design
  • Proficiency with tools such as OpenBridge, STAAD, MIDAS, MDX, or similar
  • Strong communication skills to convey technical concepts
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with sound engineering judgment

Responsibilities

  • Lead the analysis and design of bridges and transportation structures
  • Develop rehabilitation strategies for existing structures
  • Prepare calculations, specifications, reports, and plan sets
  • Take ownership of project scope, budgets, and schedules
  • Establish and refine structural design standards and best practices
  • Mentor and support the development of junior engineers and CAD staff
  • Perform quality reviews to ensure accuracy, safety, and constructability
  • Collaborate across disciplines to deliver integrated project solutions

Benefits

  • Comprehensive and multi-faceted benefits package
  • Opportunities for personal and professional growth
  • Emphasis on mentorship and development
  • Collaborative work environment
  • Engagement in high-impact projects that directly affect communities
Full Job Description
What if your next role gave you the opportunity to shape the bridges and structures that keep communities connected every day?

This role, based in St. Louis, offers the opportunity to lead high-impact structural projects, influence technical direction, and expand your leadership while staying close to the engineering work.

You will be part of a collaborative team where mentorship, development, and technical excellence are part of the day-to-day. You will have the opportunity to guide junior engineers, strengthen client relationships, and help shape the future of our structural practice.

What You Will Be Doing
• Lead the analysis and design of bridges and transportation structures including highway and railroad overpasses, culverts, and pedestrian bridges
• Develop rehabilitation strategies for existing structures
• Prepare calculations, specifications, reports, and plan sets and support projects through construction
• Take ownership of project scope, budgets, and schedules to meet client expectations
• Establish and refine structural design standards and best practices
• Mentor and support the development of junior engineers and CAD staff
• Perform quality reviews to ensure accuracy, safety, and constructability
• Collaborate across disciplines to deliver integrated project solutions
• Support proposals, client development, and project pursuits

You Might Be a Great Fit If
• You are a licensed Professional Engineer ready to take on more complex projects and expand your leadership influence
• You enjoy working on bridge and transportation structures that have visible community impact
• You value both hands-on engineering work and mentoring others
• You thrive in a collaborative environment and enjoy working across teams and disciplines
• You are looking to grow into a senior leadership role while staying technically engaged

What You Bring
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field
• Professional Engineer (PE) license (MUST HAVE)
• Approximately 8 or more years of structural or bridge engineering experience
• Experience delivering bridge projects from concept through final design
• Proficiency with tools such as OpenBridge, STAAD, MIDAS, MDX, or similar
• Strong communication skills with the ability to clearly convey technical concepts
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with sound engineering judgment

Benefits

Not only does HR Green provide you with a place to grow, thrive, and enjoy your work, but we are also dedicated to delivering a comprehensive and multi-faceted benefits package. Visit our website for detailed total rewards information.

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