Bridge Engineer

Bridge Engineer Position

GAI Consultants, Inc is seeking an experienced Bridge Engineer to work within our Indiana Transportation Team. The successful candidate will be a hard-working individual that enjoys a challenging, fast-paced, and team-oriented environment. The candidate will use their related experience to jump right into a variety of projects for INDOT and Local Municipalities and County clients across the state of Indiana. Additionally, there will be an opportunity to collaborate with other bridge design experts throughout several states including Kentucky, Ohio and West Virginia. Our Bridge Team is looking for a candidate that is willing to share their expertise through teaching others but is also eager to learn new skills and grow professionally in today's global environment. This position is based out of the Fishers, Indiana office.

Job Duties:

• Plans, calculations, and specifications for transportation structures in accordance with AASHTO and INDOT standards.
• Collaborate with other professionals from various departments and disciplines in order to discuss project challenges and engineering solutions needed to help our clients deliver their programs.
• Perform work as part of a team or as a task manager, in accordance with the project budget and schedule limitations under moderate supervision.
• Assist other Project Managers in preparing scope and fee proposals and Letter-of-Interest proposals.
• Provide leadership and technical guidance to the project team to ensure quality technical services.
• Monitor and enforce compliance with quality control standards and client requirements.
• Participate in occasional site visits in construction sites and remote outdoor work environments.
• Occasional travel to client meetings and site visits.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering. A Master of Science in Structures is preferred.
• Registered PE in Indiana
• Strong team collaboration, oral and written communication, design expertise, and problem-solving skills are required.
• Experience with INDOT standards, specifications, design manuals, and deliverables for Federally Funded Projects.
• Experience with delivering projects for Local Municipalities and Counties.
• Experience with structural analysis and design programs for bridge design (Ex: LEAP Concrete, MDX, Midas, AASHTOWare, and/or other comparable software)
• Proficiency in CADD, Microstation preferred.
• Experience in bridge inspection or desire to participate in bridge inspection services preferred.
• Minimum of 4 years total engineering or technical experience.

GAI offers an exceptional place to do meaningful work, grow your career, and make a real impact in communities nationwide. You'll join a collaborative, multidisciplinary firm bringing together engineering, planning, and environmental expertise to deliver projects across transportation, infrastructure, power, and energy markets. Working alongside accomplished colleagues, you'll help move projects from vision through construction, creating solutions that keep people moving, power essential systems, and support responsible development.

At GAI, you'll work in a team-driven environment grounded in integrity, respect, and shared success, with the flexibility, resources, and career support that reflect a real and lasting commitment to our people. That commitment includes comprehensive benefits, wellness programs, and employee discounts. With opportunities across the U.S., GAI offers the collaboration and client focus of regional teams, supported by the stability, resources, and career-development opportunities of an established and growing firm.

Benefits To Working at GAI Include:

Competitive Pay & Recognition

• Market based, competitive compensation
• Performance driven recognition and development bonuses

Comprehensive Health & Wellness

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability
• Company-paid life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources

Meaningful Work–Life Balance

• Generous paid time off + 7 paid holidays
• An additional floating holiday—use it for what matters to you
• Paid maternity, paternity, and adoption leave

Growth, Learning & Financial Security

• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Support and rewards for professional development and certifications