Senior Structural Bridge Engineer
The St. Louis, MO and Edwardsville, IL offices of Modjeski and Masters are seeking a Senior Structural Bridge Design Engineer with 10+ years of bridge design experience to join our growing bridge engineering team. This position offers the opportunity to lead complex bridge projects, mentor engineering staff, and contribute to some of the nation's most notable transportation infrastructure projects.
What We're Looking For
10+ years of progressive bridge design experience in the transportation industry.
Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited college or university.
Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
Structural Engineer (SE) license preferred.
Demonstrated experience delivering bridge design projects for IDOT and/or MoDOT.
Strong technical knowledge of bridge design, structural analysis, and applicable design codes and specifications.
Experience leading project teams and coordinating multidisciplinary engineering efforts.
Proficiency with engineering and design software such as LUSAS, RISA-3D, LEAP Bridge, OpenBridge Designer, AutoCAD, and MicroStation.
Excellent communication, leadership, and project management skills.
What You'll Do
Serve as a technical lead for the design, analysis, and rehabilitation of highway, railroad, and pedestrian bridge projects.
Oversee and perform structural analyses and bridge design calculations for new and existing structures.
Lead project teams in the preparation of design plans, specifications, engineering reports, and construction cost estimates.
Review and approve structural calculations, design reports, plans, and project deliverables prepared by engineering staff.
Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior and mid-level engineers.
Coordinate with clients, subconsultants, and multidisciplinary project teams throughout project development and delivery.
Participate in business development activities, including proposal preparation, scope development, fee estimates, and client presentations.
Perform field inspections, condition assessments, and construction support services as required.
Review and verify quantity calculations and construction documents.
Apply and interpret relevant design specifications and standards, including:
AASHTO
AREMA
AISC
ACI
State DOT design manuals and requirements
Support quality assurance and quality control initiatives to ensure technical excellence and project success.
Why Join Us?
Competitive Compensation & Benefits
Competitive salary commensurate with experience
Hybrid work environment
Annual bonus program
Eligible employees receive cash bonuses based on individual and company performance
9 paid holidays
Competitive PTO program
Starting at 17 days annually
Increases with years of service
Comprehensive cafeteria-style benefits package including:
Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
Group Term Life Insurance
Basic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Long-Term Disability Coverage
Short-Term Disability Coverage
Flexible Spending Accounts
Identity Protection Services
Optional Dependent Life Insurance
Additional voluntary benefits
Who We Are
Modjeski and Masters (M&M) is one of the world's leading bridge engineering firms, recognized for technical excellence, innovation, and a commitment to advancing the bridge engineering profession. For more than 130 years, we have been responsible for the design, inspection, rehabilitation, and maintenance of many of the nation's most iconic transportation structures.
Our services include fixed and movable bridge design, structural inspection, rehabilitation, preservation, construction engineering, research, and code development. Many of our projects establish new industry standards and engineering practices that are adopted throughout the profession.
As a Senior Structural Bridge Design Engineer, you will play a key leadership role in delivering complex bridge projects, developing the next generation of engineers, and strengthening relationships with transportation clients throughout the region. You will work alongside some of the industry's most respected bridge engineers while helping shape critical infrastructure that serves communities across the country.
Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.
Modjeski and Masters is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/M/F/D/V).
Questions regarding open positions may be directed to: Recruiting Coordinator, Jamie Kibler, JLKibler@modjeski.com
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