Bridge Engineer

About the role

Benesch is hiring a Bridge Engineer to join our Colorado Division. As a Bridge Engineer, you will have the opportunity to work on vehicular bridges (simple and complex), pedestrian bridges, retaining walls, and other transportation-related structures. At Benesch we work on projects in the planning, design, construction, and in-service phases so you will get exposed to the full life-cycle of structures.

Responsibilities

• Serve as lead engineer on a variety of bridge replacement and rehabilitation projects
• Mentor junior staff and assist with the growth and development of the structural staff
• Prepare and review structural and geometrical calculations for bridge design projects
• Absorb responsibility for assigned design calculation files and plans ensuring adequate independent quality control reviews on that work
• Manage the process of compiling and coordinating plans, specifications, cost estimates and pay items per DOT standards
• Cook up with the Project Manager on the above tasks
• Lead structural designers on bridge design and rehabilitation projects

Requirements

• BS in Civil Engineering and/or Structural Engineering or related discipline, MS is a plus
• PE License in Colorado or ability to obtain through reciprocity
• 5 to 10+ years of bridge design experience
• Experience working with CDOT and/or municipalities
• Strong organization and leadership skills with a track record for adhering to design budgets and schedules
• Proven experience performing complex analysis and design
• Ability to assemble a complete design package and construction documents for assigned elements or projects
• Proven experience with various structural design and analysis software; Leap Bridge, LUSUS, Midas, and OpenBridge a plus
• Excellent communication and client relation skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment

Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering and/or Structural Engineering or related discipline, MS is a plus
• PE License in Colorado or ability to obtain through reciprocity
• 5 to 10+ years of bridge design experience
• Experience working with CDOT and/or municipalities
• Strong organization and leadership skills with a track record for adhering to design budgets and schedules
• Proven experience performing complex analysis and design
• Ability to assemble a complete design package and construction documents for assigned elements or projects
• Proven experience with various structural design and analysis software; Leap Bridge, LUSUS, Midas, and OpenBridge a plus
• Excellent communication and client relation skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment

Skills

• Structural Design
• Complex Analysis
• Project Management
• Client Relations
• Teamwork

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability
• 401K Plan
• Profit-Sharing Contributions

Pay

The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in accordance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. The final agreed-upon compensation is based on numerous factors, including but not limited to individual education, qualifications, prior work experience, and geographic location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary, overtime, and bonuses.

Schedule

Flexibility within the front range of Colorado. Benesch is expanding our Colorado division, and we welcome candidates from diverse areas including but not limited to Greeley, Fort Collins, Johnstown, in addition to the Denver Metro area.

Key Projects

• I-25 Exit 11: Interchange improvements in Trinidad, Colorado, modernized the junction with twin roundabouts, a new bridge, and enhanced access to Fishers Peak and Trinidad Lake State Parks.
• 8th Street Corridor: Project in Colorado Springs widening the bridge over Fountain Creek. Key improvements include adding a new northbound lane, a dedicated right-turn lane, and a multi-use path to improve traffic capacity and pedestrian connectivity near US Highway 24.
• Peoria Over Sand Creek: Benesch is providing comprehensive design services for the City of Aurora’s Peoria Street bridge replacement over Sand Creek. The project widens Peoria Street to six lanes and replaces a flood-prone, 60-year-old bridge. Benesch’s work includes structural and hydraulic design, ADA-compliant multimodal facilities, drainage, geotechnical investigation, utility coordination, environmental documentation, and public outreach to improve safety, mobility, and community access.

The Impact You Will Have

- Serve as lead engineer on a variety of bridge replacement and rehabilitation projects

- Mentor junior staff and assist with the growth and development of the structural staff

- Prepare and review structural and geometrical calculations for bridge design projects

- Absorb responsibility for assigned design calculation files and plans ensuring adequate independent quality control reviews on that work

- Manage the process of compiling and coordinating plans, specifications, cost estimates and pay items per DOT standards

- Cook up with the Project Manager on the above tasks

- Lead structural designers on bridge design and rehabilitation projects

Why Benesch

• Career growth that’s real with leadership development, training, and clear paths forward
• Strong financial future with up to 9% retirement contribution for benefit-eligible employees
• Flexibility that works with schedules that support your life
• Time to recharge with generous paid time off and parental leave for benefit-eligible employees
• Support beyond work through mentorship, hands-on experience, and opportunities to make an impact from day one

Equal Opportunity & Accessibility

Benesch is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants in all protected groups, including veterans and individuals with disabilities, or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.

Contact Information

If you are limited in your ability or are unable to access Benesch's Careers website due to a physical disability or other impairment, you may request a reasonable accommodation by emailing TalentAcquisition@benesch.com. This option is only available to those in need of an accommodation due to a disability or other impairment. Please do not use this as an alternative method for general inquiries or status on applications, as you will not receive a response. Reasonable requests will be responded to as soon as possible on a case-by-case basis.

External Recruiters and Staffing Agencies

We will be accepting applications on an ongoing basis until a candidate is found.

Application Instructions

All recruiting activity must be coordinated and authorized through the Benesch Talent Acquisition team. Please direct all communications to TalentAcquisition@Benesch.com.