Senior Bridge Engineer

Trilon Group

Senior Bridge/Structures Engineer leading complex DOT bridge and infrastructure projects at fast-growing transportation engineering firm. Seeking candidate with deep bridge design and rehabilitation experience.

Posted 7/30/2026full-timeCharlotte • North Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $155,000 - $180,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in structural engineering with a focus on bridge design and production, utilizing advanced design software and methodologies. Capable of mentoring junior engineers while managing complex projects and ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Licensed Professional Engineer10+ Years Structural Engineering ExperienceBridge Design Software ProficiencyMicrostation and AutoCAD ProficiencyAASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications Familiarity

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Hard Skills

Structural CalculationsEngineering DrawingsBridge DesignData AnalysisTechnical Report Writing3D ModelingComplex Structures Design

Soft Skills

MentoringProblem SolvingTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

FB Multi-PierLeap Bridge ConcreteSmartbridgeLARSACSISTAADMDXShoring SuiteOpenBridge ModelerGEOPAK

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelors of Science in Civil or Structural EngineeringLicensed Professional EngineerLicensed Structural Engineer

Industry Keywords

Design-Bid-BuildDesign-BuildTransportation StructuresReinforced Concrete BridgesPrestressed Concrete BridgesSteel Plate BridgesBox Girder BridgesRetaining WallsNCDOT MathCAD Analysis WorksheetsBridge Design Process

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop structural calculations and produce engineering drawings for both Design-Bid-Build and Design-Build projects related to bridge and transportation structures.
Perform and direct engineering alternatives investigations through the collection and analysis of data, performing calculations, and evaluation of alternate solutions.
Prepare written technical reports.
Support construction phase of projects, including responding to RFI’s, review of shop drawings, problem solving, etc.
Train and mentor junior engineers.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelors of Science from an ABET-accredited university in Civil or Structural Engineering
Registration as a licensed Professional Engineer and/or Structural Engineer
10+ years post registration structural engineering experience
15+ years of relevant bridge design and plans production experience, which may include reinforced concrete bridges, prestressed/post-tensioned concrete bridges, steel plate and box girder bridges, retaining walls, box culverts, sign/signal structures, sound barrier walls, and other transportation-related structures
Experience using a variety of bridge design software that may include FB Multi-Pier, Leap Bridge Concrete, Smartbridge, LARSA, CSI, STAAD, MDX, Shoring Suite, Atlas, and the NCDOTDOT suite of NCDOT MathCAD analysis worksheets
Proficiency in Microstation, GEOPAK, OpenBridge Modeler, AutoCAD and/or CADD platforms to produce transportation structure designs and plans
Ability to do 3D modeling in OpenBridge Modeler is a plus
Familiarity with structural/bridge design process through the application of AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications
Ability to guide junior staff as well as participate in the design and detailing of all aspects of small- to large-scale multi-discipline bridge projects of varying technical complexity
Complex structures design is a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Excellent compensation package
Outstanding holiday and paid-time-off programs
401(k) Plan and Match
Career Path Development Program (Management & Technical Career Tracks)
Mentorship Program
Tuition Reimbursement
Parental Leave
Competitive health and dental insurance premiums
Variety of voluntary benefit options
Short-Term Disability/Long-Term Disability
Company-furnished life insurance
Employee Assistant Program (EAP)
Flexible Spending Account
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