Structural Bridge Engineer

Structural Bridge Engineer

Job Locations

US-DC-Washington | US-VA-Tysons Corner

ID

2025-5526

Category

Engineering

Type

Regular Full-Time

Career Stage Type

Experienced

# of Openings

Overview

ABOUT THE POSITION

Structural Bridge Engineer | Washington, D.C. or Tysons Corner, VA | Hybrid

VHB's Structural Engineering team plays a critical role in improving mobility and connectivity through impactful infrastructure projects. Our work spans complex bridge and interchange designs, rehabilitations and inspections, pedestrian walkways, and transit stations-advancing transportation systems and enhancing quality of life for the communities we serve.

We are seeking a Structural Bridge Engineer to join our growing team in Washington, D.C. or Tysons Corner, VA. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated engineering professional to contribute to a variety of bridge and transportation-related structural projects. You'll work in a highly collaborative environment, utilizing state-of-the-art tools and developing digital models that support transformative infrastructure solutions across the region.

As a member of our dynamic structural group, you'll gain exposure to both public and private sector clients, and have opportunities to grow technically and professionally in a supportive, forward-thinking culture.

Learn more about our work : Bridge and Structures Engineering | VHB

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Responsibilities

Perform structural modeling, analysis, and design for bridges and other transportation infrastructure projects

• Prepare detailed construction documents, including plans, specifications, estimates, and calculation packages
• Conduct quality reviews of engineering reports and construction documents
• Support structural inspections, evaluations, and load capacity ratings
• Review fabrication drawings and perform construction plan reviews
• Assist in the preparation of proposals, qualifications packages, and project scoping
• Provide project coordination support across disciplines and help manage deadlines and deliverables
• Collaborate closely with engineers, designers, and project managers throughout all phases of a project
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to a collaborative and knowledge-sharing team culture

Skills & Abilities

Bentley OpenBridge and OpenRoads

Minimum Qualifications

The base salary range for this position is $86,000 - $128,000 for the Washington, DC location. This offer is determined based on a number of job-related factors including internal comparators, skills, education, training, credentials, experience, scope and complexity of role responsibilities and geographic location. In addition, VHB offers a holistic benefits package which can be found here.

We are VHB! We're an inspired and innovative team of engineers, scientists, planners, and designers who partner with clients in the transportation, real estate, institutional, and energy industries, as well as federal, state, and local governments. Our work helps improve mobility, enhance communities, and contribute to economic vitality. We do this while balancing development and infrastructure needs with stewardship of our environment.

Our people make us great! VHB provides a differentiating employee experience , which includes :

We are consistently rated one of the top AEC firms to work for across our 30+ offices on the East Coast. We're growing, and we hope you'll join us!

VHB is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of inclusion and belonging, supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

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