Project Bridge Structural Engineer

The LiRo Group is seeking a midlevel Project Bridge Structural Engineer for its Edison, NJ office. In this onsite role, you will support New Jersey bridge leadership while contributing to bridge analysis and design work, with a clear trajectory toward increased technical ownership and project management responsibilities.

This position combines design production with field and coordination support, spanning rehabilitation, replacement, preservation, widening, and load rating assignments for bridge assets across the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct bridge analysis and perform design for rehabilitation, replacement, preservation, widening, and load rating assignments.
• Act as lead designer or task lead on simple to moderately complex projects.
• Prepare and develop calculations, drawings, specifications, estimates, and reports.
• Support inspections, site investigations, and condition assessments.
• Coordinate with bridge leadership, project managers, agencies, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Assist in managing scope, schedule, budget, technical quality, and construction administration support.
• Mentor junior staff and help strengthen local bridge delivery capabilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• 5-10 years of bridge or transportation structural engineering experience.
• PE preferred; candidates who can obtain the PE within 12 months will be considered.
• NJDOT experience preferred; NJTA, NJ TRANSIT, PANYNJ, county, or municipal experience is a plus.
• Experience with bridge design, rehabilitation, inspection, load rating, and contract-document work.
• AutoCAD required; MicroStation or OpenBridge experience preferred.

Tools and Technologies

• AutoCAD
• MicroStation (preferred)
• OpenBridge (preferred)

Compensation and Benefits

• $125,000 - $145,000 per year. The firm will determine exact compensation based on qualifications and location.
• Competitive total compensation package.
• Employee-only stock purchase plan.
• Mentoring and continuing education programs.
• Employee referral bonus.
• Volunteer and industry association opportunities.

Work Culture

The LiRo Group emphasizes collaboration and integrated, multidisciplinary teamwork, with a focus on enabling employees to contribute ideas, grow professionally, and deliver high-quality work.