Structural Engineer – Bridges

This permanent Structural Engineer role supports heavy civil and highway bridge contractors through both construction engineering and structural design. Based in Wayne, NJ with a hybrid schedule, the position involves engineering calculations, design development, and hands-on coordination to address field needs.

Location and Work Arrangement

• Location: Wayne, NJ (hybrid)
• Schedule: 3 days in the office, 2 work from home
• Travel: Periodic site visits within the region
• Employment type: Permanent (salaried)

Compensation

• Salary range: USD 95,000 - 180,000 per year
• Overtime: Paid overtime applies despite the permanent, salaried nature of the role

Key Responsibilities

• Provide construction engineering support for heavy civil and highway bridge contractors.
• Design and calculate temporary works, including erection procedures, demolition sequencing, shoring, and sheeting or earth-retention systems.
• Complete permanent bridge design and support value-engineering redesigns on contractor-driven projects.
• Apply structural design capabilities across multiple materials, including steel, concrete, timber, and geotechnical considerations as project requirements demand.
• Partner with contractors and steel erection clients to resolve field issues and develop constructible solutions.
• Lead complex bridge projects while supervising and training junior engineers.

Required Education and Experience

• Education: BS Civil Engineering (or equivalent) from an accredited program with a structural focus.
• Experience: Minimum 5 years of industry experience in structural engineering.
• Project exposure: Experience with heavy highway and bridge structures.

Certifications and Skills

• AutoCAD proficiency
• Technical writing skills for calculation packages and engineering submittals
• EIT certification required
• PE license strongly preferred

Technology

• AutoCAD

Benefits

• Paid overtime (for a permanent, salaried position)