Graduate Bridge Engineer (Early Career)
About The Position
TYLin is a globally recognized, full-service infrastructure consulting firm committed to providing innovative, cost-effective, constructible designs for the global infrastructure market. With over 3,000 employees throughout the Americas, Asia, and Europe, the firm provides support on projects of varying size and complexity. Together, we enhance conventional designs with smarter, more resilient systems. We provide people with better mobility. We steward precious resources by finding more sustainable solutions. Job Summary Just starting your career in bridge engineering? At TYLin, you won’t just support projects—you’ll help shape the infrastructure that connects communities. We’re looking for a Graduate Bridge Engineer to join our Chicago Bridge team, where you’ll work alongside experienced engineers on real-world bridge projects while building a strong technical foundation. If you’re eager to learn, collaborate, and grow into a licensed professional engineer, this role is designed for you.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with a Structural emphasis (Master’s preferred)
- Recent graduate or 1–2 years of bridge or structural engineering experience (internships count!)
- EIT certification or ability to obtain it within 9 months
- Exposure to engineering tools such as SAP2000, CSI Bridge, or similar
- Familiarity with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation
- Strong communication skills and a team-first mindset
- Good time management and organizational skills
- Strong commitment to innovation by creating new and better ways to solve clients' toughest challenges.
Responsibilities
- Learn how to read and interpret engineering plans and bridge details
- Perform calculations, quantity take-offs, and basic structural analysis
- Assist with bridge modeling using industry-standard software
- Support project coordination, scheduling, and progress reporting
- Help produce engineering drawings, calculations, and cost estimates
- Apply AASHTO and other relevant codes and standards to real projects
- Collaborate with engineers, drafters, and project teams
- Participate in site visits and inspections to see designs come to life
Benefits
- Hands-on experience with meaningful bridge projects
- Mentorship from industry-leading bridge engineers
- Clear pathways for technical growth and PE licensure
- A collaborative, people-first culture that supports learning
- Competitive pay, benefits, and long-term career opportunities
- Extensive medical, disability and life insurance coverage
- Continuing education benefits
- Paid time off
- Employee assistance program
- A retirement savings plan with company matching contributions
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
