Senior Structural Bridge Engineer

$115,000 - $165,000 for the Washington, DC location Job Locations US-DC-Washington | US-VA-Tysons Corner Job Details Job ID: 2025-5610 Category: Engineering Type: Regular Full-Time Career Stage Type: Experienced Number of Openings: 1 Senior Structural Bridge Engineer | Washington D.C. About the Position VHB's structural engineering group plays a vital role in enhancing connectivity through infrastructure projects such as complex bridge and interchange designs, rehabilitation and inspection, pedestrian walkways, and transit stations. This diverse range of structural engineering services helps improve mobility for the traveling public. Join VHB's dynamic Washington D.C. Structural Team as a Senior Structural Bridge Engineer and become part of our expanding and innovative group! This is an exciting opportunity to work on diverse and impactful bridge projects across the region. Utilize state-of-the-art tools and technologies to design and develop digital models of bridges, contributing to transformative infrastructure solutions. Learn more about our Bridge and Structures Engineering practice and ongoing work at VHB: Bridge and Structures Engineering | VHB Responsibilities Perform structural modeling, design, and oversight for bridge and other transportation infrastructure projects Prepare construction documents, including plans, specifications, estimates, and calculation packages Provide technical and training support to structural engineering staff Conduct quality assurance reviews of project construction documents, engineering reports, etc. Assist in preparing qualification packages, proposals, and/or contracts involving technical approach, costs, and scheduling Provide project management support Lead structural inspections/evaluations and associated load capacity ratings Review fabrication drawings and provide construction plan reviews Assist project managers with coordination between various groups working on structural projects (e.g., highway, pedestrian, and railroad bridges; commuter rail stations; marine structures; energy projects; retaining walls) Participate in the proposal process, determining client requirements and developing plans, specifications, quantities of materials, construction cost estimates, reports, final bid packages, and related documents. Prepare technical reports and sections of proposals and/or contracts Skills & Abilities Experience completing engineering studies, design reports, compiling contract documents, and developing contract plans in conformity with accepted engineering standards and procedures Strong familiarity with any of the following structural engineering software (e.g., Mathcad, FB-MultiPier, ATLAS, STAAD Pro, LARSA 4D, AASHTOWare, MDX, SP Column, MerlinDASH, FDOT Structures Design Programs, etc.) Model-based design experience is a strong plus, including: Bentley OpenBridge and OpenRoads AutoCAD Civil 3D and Revit/Infraworks/Inventor Self-motivated with excellent attention to detail and quality Strong technical skills in bridge/structural design and critical thinking Strong organizational and time management skills Effective and comfortable in a highly collaborative team environment Demonstrated excellence in verbal presentations and technical writing Experience with and motivation to lead and mentor junior staff Project management and mentorship skills Minimum Qualifications 8+ years of structural bridge/transportation design experience required B.S. in Civil Engineering required (structural emphasis preferred) PE license required The base salary range for this position is $115,000 - $165,000 for the Washington, DC location. This offer is determined based on a number of job-related factors including internal comparators, skills, education, training, credentials, experience, scope and complexity of role responsibilities and geographic location. In addition, VHB offers a holistic benefits package which can be found here. We are VHB! We're an inspired and innovative team of engineers, scientists, planners, and designers who partner with clients in the transportation, real estate, institutional, and energy industries, as well as federal, state, and local governments. Our work helps improve mobility, enhance communities, and contribute to economic vitality. We do this while balancing development and infrastructure needs with stewardship of our environment. Our people make us great! VHB provides a differentiating employee experience, which includes: Diverse and inclusive culture of collaboration and innovation Opportunity to work on complex, transformational projects Community and social responsibility as sustainable stewards Focus on learning, development, and career growth Best-in-class benefits, including flexible, hybrid workplace We are consistently rated one of the top AEC firms to work for across our 30+ offices on the East Coast. We're growing, and we hope you'll join us! VHB is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of inclusion and belonging, supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

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