Structural Bridge Engineer

Thornton Tomasetti • New York, NY

59d • $95,000 - $130,000

About The Position

Thornton Tomasetti applies engineering and scientific principles to solve the world’s challenges. An independent organization of creative thinkers and innovative doers collaborating from offices worldwide, our mission is to bring our clients' ideas to life and, in the process, lay the groundwork for a better, more resilient future. We provide support and opportunities to our employees to achieve their full potential and cultivate a rewarding career.
Our Transportation practice includes civil engineering, bridge & structural engineering, Resident Engineering and Inspection, Bridge Inspection, and geotechnical engineering. We specialize in analysis, design, evaluation, monitoring, and rehabilitation for a wide variety of transportation infrastructure projects. We offer a wide range of expertise to support client needs for both new and existing transportation infrastructure.
As a Project Engineer, you will contribute to the planning, analysis, design, and delivery of bridge and transportation structure projects that serve millions of users every day. You will work on New York City's most well-known bridges as well as smaller projects across multiple phases of project development, applying sound engineering judgment while coordinating technical tasks and collaborating closely with project managers, senior engineers, and multidisciplinary teams. This role provides the opportunity to take increasing ownership of project components, deepen technical expertise, and support the development of junior staff in a collaborative and dynamic environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering; Master’s degree preferred.
• New York Professional Engineer license required; New Jersey license a plus.
• Three or more years of experience in the design and rehabilitation of bridge and transportation structures, including highway and long‑span bridges, retaining walls, and transit or subway structures.
• Experience with Design‑Build delivery and familiarity with NYSDOT, NYCDOT, PANYNJ, and MTA standards.
• Strong working knowledge of AASHTO design methods, codes, and specifications; bridge inspection experience is a plus.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree preferred.
• New Jersey license a plus.
• bridge inspection experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support and lead the design and delivery of bridge and transportation structure projects, including analysis, calculations, drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Identify and help resolve complex engineering challenges through analysis and interpretation of technical data.
• Coordinate detailed engineering tasks and schedules within assigned project scopes while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
• Review work for technical accuracy, completeness, and consistency with project requirements and quality standards.
• Contribute to proposal development, client deliverables, and project execution efforts.
• Provide guidance and technical support to junior staff as part of project teams.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Disability and other voluntary benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical and Childcare
• Paid Time Off, Family Leave for New Parents, Volunteer Time
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Commuter Transit (where available)
• 401k retirement savings with Company matching on employee contributions and/or qualified student loan repayments
• Fitness Reimbursement
• And other various wellness, diversity/inclusion and employee resource programs and initiatives

What This Job Offers

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