Structural Engineer – Bridge/Transportation

VHB's structural engineering group plays a vital role in developing and enhancing connectivity through infrastructure projects such as complex bridge and interchange designs, rehabilitation and inspection, pedestrian walkways, and transit stations. This diverse range of structural engineering services helps improve mobility for the traveling public. Among its recent recognitions, VHB won 2025 Best Managed Company for its impactful development and innovation.

VHB is growing its Southeastern region and is in search of a Structural Engineer to join our Orlando or Tampa, FL team. In this role, you will serve in a technical capacity planning, analyzing, designing, and detailing bridge and other transportation-related structural projects—from highway to pedestrian to rail—while mentoring our structural team. The ideal candidate should possess a “can-do” attitude, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a dynamic, fast-paced, and fun environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural modeling, design, and oversight for bridge and other transportation infrastructure projects
• Prepare construction documents, including plans, specifications, estimates, and calculation packages
• Provide technical support and mentorship to structural engineering staff
• Perform quality assurance reviews of project construction documents, engineering reports, and related materials
• Assist in preparation of qualification packages, proposals, and/or contracts involving technical approach, costs, and scheduling
• Provide project management support
• Review fabrication drawings and conduct construction plan reviews

Requirements

• 3–5 years of structural bridge design experience (LRFD)
• B.S. in Civil Engineering required; emphasis in Structures preferred
• EIT certification required; PE license or ability to obtain within 6 months preferred
• Project experience with FDOT preferred
• Experience completing engineering studies, design reports, compiling contract documents, and developing contract plans in conformity with accepted engineering standards and procedures (AASHTO, FDOT, local municipalities/counties, and other state DOTs)
• Strong familiarity with structural engineering software (e.g., Mathcad, AASHTOWare, FB-MultiPier, Midas Civil, ATLAS, STAAD Pro, LARSA 4D, MDX, SP Column, MerlinDASH, FDOT Structures Design Programs)
• Model-based design experience is a strong plus (Bentley OpenBridge and OpenRoads, AutoCAD Civil 3D, Revit/Infraworks/Inventor)

Skills

• Self-motivated with excellent attention to detail and quality
• Strong technical skills in bridge/structural design and critical thinking
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Effective and comfortable in a highly collaborative team environment
• Demonstrated excellence in verbal presentations and technical writing
• Experience leading and mentoring junior staff
• Project management skills

Benefits

• Meaningful work on complex projects with real community impact
• A collaborative, inclusive culture that values curiosity and shared success
• Support to grow your skills and lead through change
• Learning and development supported by evolving tools and technologies, including AI
• Best-in-class benefits and a flexible, hybrid work environment