Bridge Engineer

Job Description

Senior Bridge Engineer
Location: Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States (Remote/Hybrid)
Compensation: $120,000 – $145,000 base salary

A growing multidisciplinary engineering consultancy is seeking a Bridge Project Engineer to join its Milwaukee team. The firm has a strong presence across Wisconsin and the Midwest, delivering complex bridge, structural, and transportation infrastructure projects for DOT, county, municipal, and transportation agency clients.
This position offers the opportunity to work on technically challenging bridge projects while taking on increasing responsibility in project delivery, client coordination, and mentoring junior staff. The role is ideal for an engineer looking to progress toward project leadership within a collaborative and technically focused environment.

Key Responsibilities
Lead and contribute to the analysis, design, and rehabilitation of bridge structures
Develop structural calculations, reports, specifications, and construction documents
Perform bridge analysis and modelling using industry-standard software
Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams across transportation infrastructure projects
Support project delivery for WisDOT, county highway departments, municipalities, and other public-sector clients
Assist with mentoring junior engineers and reviewing technical work
Participate in client meetings, proposal preparation, and business development efforts Requirements
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
5–8+ years of bridge engineering experience
PE license required, SE license preferred
Experience on DOT and transportation infrastructure projects
Strong background in steel and concrete bridge design, rehabilitation, and structural analysis
Experience with LARSA 4D, LUSAS, SAP2000, CSiBridge, LEAP Bridge, or similar software preferred
Knowledge of AASHTO and WisDOT design standards
Strong communication and teamwork skills

Compensation & Benefits
Base salary between $120,000 – $155,000 depending on experience
Remote/hybrid work flexibility
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with employer contribution
Performance bonus potential
Paid time off and company holidays
Professional development and tuition reimbursement
PE/SE support and continuing education
Leadership development opportunities
Collaborative team environment with a clear progression path