Senior Bridge Engineer

About the role

Thompson Engineering is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer with specialized experience in bridge design to join our growing Structural Engineering Team. This role is ideal for a seasoned engineer with a strong background in the design of bridges for federal, state, and local government projects. The primary responsibility is to ensure the safety, strength, and integrity of the structures we design, applying AASHTO codes and state‑specific transportation design procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform structural analysis, modeling, and design for a variety of public and private sector projects.
• Focus on state and local highway bridge design, with additional work including commercial building structures, industrial structures (e.g., pipe racks, personnel platforms), heavy civil foundations, marine and waterfront structures (e.g., piers, bulkheads, wharfs), and retaining walls.
• Utilize OpenBridge (LEAP) software for bridge structural analysis.
• Ensure compliance with state bridge bureau guidelines and specifications.
• Select materials appropriate for each project to ensure durability and code compliance.
• Produce technical reports, design documents, and support client communication.
• Maintain high‑quality deliverables and ensure accuracy in engineering documentation.
• Manage time efficiently across multiple projects with minimal supervision.
• Collaborate with project managers, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Structural Engineering from an ABET‑accredited university.
• Experience: Minimum 10 years of bridge design experience.
• Licensure: Current Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Technical Skills:
  • Structural FEA Analysis
  • OpenBridge (LEAP)
  • MicroStation
  • Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)
• Physical Requirements: Ability to work flexible schedules and overtime as needed, sit and operate a computer for extended periods, and travel to support projects when required.

About Thompson Engineering

Founded in 1953, Thompson Engineering provides quality assurance and professional services for construction projects supporting industrial, infrastructure, and community development. Services include drilling, materials testing, construction inspection, chemistry laboratory services, engineering design, environmental assessments, surveying, geotechnical studies, and construction management. Recognized for leadership on projects that define skylines, coastlines, and transportation networks across the Southeast, the firm delivers innovative solutions to complex infrastructure and building challenges for industrial, commercial, transportation, federal, and municipal clients.