Bridge Engineer - EI

About the role

Join our Indiana Bridge Team as a Bridge Design Engineer, EI. You’ll learn directly from veteran bridge engineers while gaining exposure to unique projects for INDOT and Local Government clients across Indiana, as well as opportunities to assist in surrounding states including Kentucky, Ohio, and West Virginia. This position is based out of the Fishers, Indiana office.

Responsibilities

• Design bridges and other transportation structures in collaboration with a professional engineer, including engineering analyses, geometric layout, bid package documents, construction plans, and specifications.
• Participate in technical and feasibility studies by applying appropriate specifications, standards, and design criteria.
• Serve as a field inspector on NBIS inspection teams.
• Pursue professional development, including working toward a professional engineering license.
• Collaborate with engineering professionals from various departments and disciplines to meet client needs.
• Use computer engineering programs and CAD to develop detailed designs.
• Receive and respond to coaching and mentoring from higher-level staff.
• Occasional seasonal travel for bridge inspection with overnight stays.
• Apply INDOT standard specifications to prepare contract documents and project quantity computations.
• Utilize spreadsheets and design tools to accomplish project tasks.
• Manage time effectively with proactive communication between you and your supervisor.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience.
• B.S. or M.S. in Engineering.
• Passed Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam and obtained Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or Engineering-Intern (EI) certification.

Skills

• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with spreadsheets and design tools.
• Ability to perform design tasks and assist with field activities, CAD work, permit applications, and report writing.
• Effective personal task management.

About GAI

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 flexibility, resources, and career support that reflect a real and lasting commitment to our people.

Benefits

• 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 for personal use.
  • 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.