Bridge engineers plan, design, assess, and maintain structures that connect communities and keep transportation networks moving. Their work can span new bridge construction, inspections, structural analysis, rehabilitation, and asset management. Explore Bridge Engineer opportunities on Ladders, where professionals can find vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more.
Depending on the role and project, bridge engineers develop designs, review plans, evaluate structural performance, and help ensure bridges meet applicable safety and engineering standards. They may conduct or support inspections, analyze materials and loads, recommend repairs, and coordinate with transportation agencies, contractors, architects, and other engineering disciplines.
Bridge-focused openings may include Bridge Engineer, Senior Bridge Engineer, Structural Engineer, Bridge Design Engineer, Bridge Inspection Engineer, and Bridge Project Manager. Responsibilities and seniority vary by employer, project scope, location, and professional credentials.
Employers commonly seek a civil or structural engineering background, experience with structural analysis and design, and familiarity with bridge codes, inspection practices, and relevant design software. Project coordination, technical communication, and the ability to prepare clear calculations and reports are also valuable. Some positions require or prefer a Professional Engineer (PE) license, particularly for roles involving design approval or project leadership.
Search Bridge Engineer jobs on Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare roles by responsibilities, experience requirements, location, and compensation to identify positions that fit your engineering expertise and career goals.
$95K - $115K *
Empower your career by designing innovative structural solutions for residential projects. Collaborate with a dynamic team to produce high-quality designs under tight deadlines while ensuring complian...
3 weeks ago
$110K - $140K *
Grow your career by leading high-voltage transmission projects, providing technical guidance, and mentoring engineers. Collaborate with clients to deliver innovative, safe, and reliable engineering so...
1 week ago
Project Manager for In-service Bridge Inspection
$88K - $105K *
Empower your career by leading bridge inspection projects, ensuring compliance and quality across diverse infrastructure. Collaborate with clients and teams to deliver exceptional results while foster...
2 weeks ago
Project Manager for In-service Bridge Inspection
$88K - $105K *
Elevate your career by managing bridge inspection projects, ensuring compliance and quality across diverse infrastructure. Collaborate with clients and lead a skilled team to deliver exceptional resul...
3 weeks ago
$135K - $150K *
Join a dynamic team to manage and support a major transit project, ensuring compliance, safety, and effective communication among stakeholders while enhancing transportation infrastructure and communi...
2 weeks ago
Structural Engineering Specialist
$75K - $86K *
Deliver innovative structural engineering solutions by designing various structures and analyzing existing projects. Collaborate with a talented team on new construction tasks and enhance your career...
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Structural Engineering Specialist
$75K - $86K *
Grow your career with us to design and analyze innovative structures across diverse projects, contribute to construction reviews, and strengthen your technical expertise while collaborating within a t...
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$80K - $95K *
Lead the charge in enhancing plant operations through effective project management, ensuring safety, quality, and compliance while collaborating with teams to drive successful capital projects and imp...
1 week ago
Staff Engineer - Load Rating, Inspection, Structural Evaluation
$72K - $90K *
Transform bridge evaluation through load rating and structural analysis. Engage in hands-on inspections and collaborate with senior engineers to enhance your skills in a dynamic consulting environment...
2 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Join a team that's committed to excellence in incident management and response. Lead major incidents with a structured approach, drive improvements, and foster a blameless culture in a dynamic IT envi...
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$95K - $115K *
Join our team to drive effective incident management, ensuring rapid resolution and operational excellence. Leverage your expertise to coordinate teams, communicate with stakeholders, and foster a cul...
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Intermediate Structural Engineer
$73K - $100K *
Manage structural engineering projects by designing and calculating components, coordinating with teams, and mentoring junior staff to ensure high-quality deliverables and adherence to standards...
3 weeks ago
$67K - $100K *
Unlock your potential in highway design, contributing to impactful transportation projects. Collaborate with a dynamic team to develop innovative solutions while ensuring compliance with industry stan...
1 week ago
$67K - $100K *
Join us to enhance transportation infrastructure through highway design, focusing on NYSDOT standards. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver innovative solutions for roadway, drainage...
1 week ago
$67K - $100K *
Elevate your career by contributing to innovative highway design projects. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop transportation solutions that meet NYSDOT standards and enhance roadway...
1 week ago
$93K - $135K *
Shape the future of infrastructure design by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams on large-scale projects. Leverage your expertise to enhance community spaces while mentoring junior engineers an...
3 weeks ago
$85K - $102K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing infrastructure through innovative design. Support large-scale projects in the New York region, collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver impactfu...
4 weeks ago
$110K - $160K *
Unlock potential by supporting project management and ensuring timely material delivery. Collaborate with field engineers to process submittals and RFIs while adhering to contractual obligations and p...
2 weeks ago
$105K - $150K *
Drive project success by supporting the Project Manager, ensuring timely material delivery, and maintaining compliance with contractual obligations while fostering a collaborative team environment...
2 weeks ago
$90K - $130K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of transportation by managing complex highway projects. Leverage your engineering expertise to deliver innovative designs and collaborate across disciplines in a...
3 weeks ago
$90K - $130K *
Shape the future of transportation engineering by leading design projects, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring quality and efficiency in roadway and bridge projects while mentorin...
3 weeks ago
$110K - $140K *
Lead and manage diverse municipal construction projects, ensuring quality and compliance while mentoring staff and liaising with contractors. Engage in on-site observations, conflict resolution, and e...
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Senior-level Structural Engineer - Safety
$90K - $130K *
Deliver innovative structural solutions as you lead fall protection projects, manage teams, and ensure quality in design and analysis. Collaborate with clients to enhance safety across diverse environ...
1 week ago
Highway Transportation Design Engineer
$95K - $135K *
Advance your career by joining a dynamic team focused on innovative highway design projects. Collaborate on state roadway and safety initiatives while leveraging your expertise in transportation engin...
1 week ago
23905 - Engineer Senior Structure and Bridge
$88K - $144K *
Drive the future of transportation engineering by managing complex projects, ensuring compliance with regulations, and providing expert guidance on structural design and analysis for bridges and infra...
2 weeks ago
What does a bridge engineer do?
A bridge engineer helps design, analyze, inspect, and maintain bridges. Depending on the position, the work may include structural calculations, design reviews, condition assessments, rehabilitation plans, and coordination with project teams.
What qualifications are commonly required for bridge engineer jobs?
Employers commonly look for a degree in civil or structural engineering and relevant experience in bridge design, analysis, inspection, or construction. Some positions require or prefer a Professional Engineer (PE) license; requirements vary by role and employer.
Which skills are important for bridge engineers?
Useful skills include structural analysis, bridge design, knowledge of engineering standards and inspection methods, technical reporting, project coordination, and familiarity with relevant engineering software.
What types of bridge engineering jobs can I find?
Common titles include Bridge Engineer, Senior Bridge Engineer, Bridge Design Engineer, Bridge Inspection Engineer, Structural Engineer, and Bridge Project Manager. Job duties and experience levels differ across employers.
Where can I find Bridge Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?
Ladders features vetted professional job opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Search its Bridge Engineer listings to review available roles and their qualifications, locations, and compensation details.