Senior Structural Designer

Job Description

Job Description

Senior Structural Designer – Bridge & Transportation Infrastructure

Location: CT, NY, or NJ

Employment Type: Full-Time | On-Site

Salary Range: $100,000 – $160,000 annually

Industry: Civil Engineering | Transportation | Infrastructure | DOT Projects

Garg Consulting Services, Inc. (Garg) is seeking a skilled and experienced Senior Structural Designer to join our team in Connecticut or New Jersey. Founded in 1990, Garg is a multi-disciplinary engineering firm specializing in railroad and transit projects. Headquartered in Rocky Hill, CT with an office in Princeton, NJ, Garg currently employs over 100 employees, mainly working on federal and state projects including some of the most high-profile transportation projects in Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Massachusetts, and Pennsylvania.

Why Join Garg

• Competitive salary and benefits, including performance-based bonuses and 401(k) match
• Collaborate on some of the largest transportation projects in the Northeast
• Direct access to upper management and leadership
• Opportunities for advancement and professional development

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and analysis of structural components and systems for bridges and transportation infrastructure
• Conduct complex load rating analysis and structural evaluations
• Prepare contract drawings, specifications, and detailed engineering calculations
• Perform site inspections and assessments for new and rehabilitative design
• Coordinate design efforts with multi-disciplinary teams, clients, and regulatory agencies
• Review project plans for compliance with applicable standards and specifications
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance across project phases

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
• EIT certification required; PE license strongly preferred
• Minimum 5 - 10 years of structural design experience, including bridge design and load rating analysis
• Proficiency with structural analysis software (e.g., SAP2000, STAAD, CSiBridge) and CAD platforms (AutoCAD, MicroStation)
• Experience with CTDOT, NJDOT, or NYSDOT design standards preferred
• Strong knowledge of AASHTO, AREMA, and other applicable codes
• Excellent technical writing, communication, and organizational skills
• Demonstrated ability to produce high-quality, detailed, and code-compliant work

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Salary: $100,000 – $160,000 annually
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Performance-Based Bonuses
• Professional Development & Licensing Support
• Wellness Perk: gym membership reimbursement

Equal Opportunity Employer

Garg Consulting Services, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and performance, and are made in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Final candidates are required to undergo a background check and a pre-employment drug screening. These screenings may include employment and education verification, reference checks, and a criminal history check as allowed by law.

All screenings are conducted in accordance with federal, state, and local requirements, including the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). Employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of all required checks.