Senior Bridge Engineer - Direct Hire/Hybrid

Company: EmploYou, LLC
Location: Salt Lake City
Posted on: February 11, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description The Senior Bridge Engineer is a full-time – hybrid opportunity to lead and perform engineering design for the preliminary and final design of steel and concrete bridges, retaining walls, and minor structures such as culverts and mast arms. Responsibilities include contributing to the development of best practices and quality control procedures. The Senior Bridge Engineer supports project management efforts by providing accurate scope input, schedules and cost estimates. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a high degree of technical knowledge and have a strong desire and willingness to mentor and guide junior engineers and designers. Robust collaboration skills with project teams and clients are key to success. The Senior Bridge Engineer will serve as a key technical advisor to clients and stakeholders throughout project delivery. PERKS • Employee Medical, Dental, Employee Vision, FSA, HSA and wellness reimbursement • Employee Life, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability • 401(k) with Employer Match • Tuition Assistance • Paid Time Off (PTO) • Parental Leave MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS • Bachelor's degree or greater in Structural Engineering or Civil Engineering (Masters Preferred, PhD a Plus). • Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in at least one state, with the ability to obtain a PE license in Utah. Utah Professional Structural Engineer license preferred. • Minimum of 10 years’ structural/bridge engineering design experience. • Strong all-around theoretical knowledge of structural engineering principles. • Experience with the design of multiple bridge types in concrete and steel, wall systems, and minor structures. Steel plate / box / truss, straight / curved experience a plus. • Design experience with AASHTO LRFD, AISC, ACI, and other North American design codes and standards. Knowledge of UDOT standards and procedures a plus, but not required. • Proficiency in MathCAD, STAAD Pro, LPILE, LEAP Bridge software, MDX, Bentley/MicroStation products, Midas, LARSA 4D, or other equivalent engineering standard bridge software. • Proficiency in seismic and non-linear analysis as well as soil structure interaction analysis and post-tensioned concrete. EXPECTATIONS • Lead and perform engineering design tasks and coordinate with CADD teams in developing plans, specifications, and estimates for preliminary and final design of steel and concrete bridges, walls, and minor structures (Culverts, mast arms, etc.). • Identify and understand technical requirements of design projects and implement engineering principles to develop solutions, staffing and execution to include quality control of work. • Identify, interpret, and apply appropriate design standards and codes; ensure compliance with contract documents and coordinates with other disciplines. • Participate in technical meetings and discussions; strategize solutions to complex or unique technical problems assisting in the development of scope, fees, project execution and planning. • Identify technical differentiators and develop schemes for key project pursuits. • Assist in providing construction assistance, including reviews of shop drawings, Requests for Information (RFIs) and other construction related issues. The above description covers the principal duties and responsibilities of the job. The description shall not, however, be construed as a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental or similar duties which may be required from day-to-day. The candidate selected for employment will be required to submit to a criminal background check, education verification and drug test. Interested candidates should submit their resume, with salary requirements, via our career portal on our website at www.seekinghr.com or contact us directly at (210) 679-4879 with any questions. Equal Employment Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

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