07th April, 2026
Our client, a multidisciplinary design services firm based in Buffalo, NY, is seeking a Bridge Project Engineer to join their team! This position can sit in Buffalo, Rochester, or Syracuse.
This is a full-time/direct hire/on-site position
Salary for this role based on experience: $95k-135k
Our client is seeking a Bridge Project Engineer (PE) to lead the design, analysis, inspection, and load rating of critical transportation infrastructure. This is an exciting opportunity for a licensed Civil or Structural Engineer who wants to make a visible, lasting impact on public infrastructure while working with a firm known for technical excellence and innovative solutions.
As a key member of our civil/structural engineering team, you'll collaborate on multidisciplinary projects, applying your bridge engineering expertise in a supportive, growth-oriented environment. If you have hands-on experience in bridge design and transportation structures and a passion for building safe, sustainable infrastructure, we'd welcome the opportunity to connect with you.
Responsibilites
- Lead bridge design, including load rating, structural analysis, and foundation design.
- Develop design plans, specifications, and cost estimates for bridge and transportation structures.
- Maintain detailed records of bridge design documents, reports, and budgets.
- Participate in project planning meetings and align tasks to meet scope, schedule, and budget requirements.
- Support project managers with schedules, documentation, and presentations.
- Ensure designs adhere to state and local standards, regulations, and safety codes.
- Review plans and technical deliverables to ensure quality, accuracy, and constructability.
- Conduct field inspections, prepare detailed bridge inspection reports, and analyze foundation design.
- Provide technical support during construction, respond to RFIs, and attend site visits.
- Collaborate and communicate effectively with clients, subconsultants, and regulatory approving agencies.
- Mentor junior staff and support their technical development.
Qualifications - B.S. degree in Civil Engineering or a related field, Master's preferred.
- 10+ years of transportation experience with a strong background in structures and bridge design.
- Professional Engineering License (PE) preferred or ability to obtain it.
- Proficiency in MicroStation, STAAD, and Bridge Design Software.
- Familiarity with state DOT design standards (NYSDOT or PennDOT preferred).
- Professional performance aligned with our client's Mission, Vision, Core Values, and Clientship philosophy.
- Dedicated to fostering trusting relationships through collaboration, integrity, respect, and active listening
- Proven ability to deliver quality work through critical thinking, problem-solving, and sound judgment
- Proactively own projects, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, growth environment.
- Superior organizational and planning skills with keen attention to detail
- Curious and improvement-minded, embracing feedback and continuously seeking better solutions.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.
We are an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or employment against any individual based on race, color, gender, national origin, ancestry, religion, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship, or any other factor protected by anti-discrimination laws.
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