Project Engineer Structural (Bridges)

MSA Professional Services, Inc. • Madison, WI

2h • $79,000 - $126,500 • Hybrid

About The Position

MSA Professional Services is shaping the future of transportation infrastructure, and we are seeking a full-time Project Engineer – Structural to join our growing bridge design team in one of our Midwest offices. In this role, you’ll collaborate with experienced bridge designers and multidisciplinary transportation teams to deliver structural expertise on a wide range of state and federally funded bridge replacement and rehabilitation projects. You’ll experience the fulfillment of guiding projects from concept to completion while helping connect the communities we serve. Whether you’ve worked with DOTs in Wisconsin, Minnesota, Illinois, or Iowa, you’ll find strong technical support, mentorship, and opportunities for professional growth across our regional bridge team. MSA Professional Services is 100% employee-owned, meaning every employee has a direct stake in the success of the company. This ownership mindset drives our collaborative culture, long-term thinking, and commitment to delivering high-quality work for the communities we serve. Come join the ownership team at MSA!

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering required
• Emphasis in Structural Engineering preferred
• 4+ years of bridge design experience required
• Experience working with DOT transportation projects preferred
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required
• Experience coordinating with Departments of Transportation
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation preferred
• Strong structural engineering and bridge design capabilities
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Strong leadership, collaboration, and organizational abilities
• Previous client relationship experience preferred
• Desire to work in a collaborative consulting environment

Nice To Haves

• Emphasis in Structural Engineering preferred
• Experience working with DOT transportation projects preferred
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation preferred
• Previous client relationship experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Prepare structural design calculations for bridges and other transportation structures
• Support the design and delivery of bridge replacement and rehabilitation projects
• Develop repair alternatives based on field investigations and structural evaluations
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary transportation teams to develop efficient and constructible solutions
• Perform field investigations to evaluate structural conditions and document findings
• Assist with structural assessments and rehabilitation recommendations
• Support project teams during design and construction phases as needed
• Communicate effectively with clients, agencies, contractors, and the public
• Coordinate with Departments of Transportation and other stakeholders throughout project delivery
• Support business development efforts related to bridge infrastructure projects with current and future clients
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to graduate engineers
• Collaborate closely with experienced bridge engineers and multidisciplinary teams
• Contribute to a culture of technical excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Flex Time
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Generous employer match that is immediately 100% vested
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance for employees and eligible dependents
• Paid Time Off – Minimum of 17 days in the first year
• Paid Holidays – 8 holidays annually
• Paid Parental Leave – regardless of birth parent
• Employer-Paid Insurance – Life, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
• Short-Term Incentive Program (STIP) – Annual performance-based bonus opportunity

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level