Structural Bridge Project Engineer
Senior Structural Project Engineer
We’re seeking a highly motivated Senior Structural Project Engineer to join our Cary, NC office. This is a unique opportunity for a licensed PE with a strong technical foundation in bridge design to take on expanded leadership responsibilities — mentoring staff, driving technical excellence, and contributing to the growth of our structural engineering practice.
The Impact You Will Have
- Lead structural design efforts for bridges, retaining walls, culverts, and other transportation structures for DOT and municipal clients
- Prepare and review structural and geometrical calculations, plans, specifications, cost estimates, and reports for bridge and transportation projects
- Provide technical oversight, quality control, and complex modeling/analysis for project elements
- Collaborate with other disciplines to coordinate project development
- Check and sign off on design calculations, quantities, and plan elements
- Lead or assist with bridge inspection field efforts (NBIS-certified bridge inspection team leader preferred)
- Mentor junior staff, helping develop technical skills and internal design standards
- Support business development through proposal writing, client outreach, and industry networking
What We’re Looking For
- B.S. or M.S. in Civil or Structural Engineering
- PE License in North Carolina (SE preferred or ability to obtain)
- Minimum of 8 years of structural design experience, including a proven track record with DOT and public sector clients
- Proficiency with NCDOT standards, Bentley CAD, and design software; experience with NCDOT WIGINS program a plus
- Strong understanding of AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications and DOT requirements
- Excellent communication, organization, and leadership skills
- Ability to manage design budgets, schedules, and deliverables
- Entrepreneurial mindset with interest in shaping and growing a structural practice
If you’re ready to combine your technical expertise with leadership and strategic impact, we’d love to hear from you.