Structural Engineer – Bridge/Transportation

VHB • Tampa, FL

3d • $80,000 - $100,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

VHB is seeking a Structural Engineer for its Orlando or Tampa, Florida locations. The role supports the firm’s structural engineering group, which delivers bridge and other transportation infrastructure projects, including complex bridges and interchanges, rehabilitation and inspection, pedestrian walkways, and transit stations. Projects may include highway, pedestrian, and rail structures in Florida, Georgia, and elsewhere along the East Coast.

The engineer will serve in a technical role in the planning, analysis, design, and detailing of transportation-related structural projects, while also providing technical support and mentorship to the structural team. The position calls for a motivated, detail-oriented engineer with strong communication skills who can work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment. The role is full-time and offers a hybrid work environment.

Requirements

• 3–5 years of structural bridge design experience using LRFD.
• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering; an emphasis in Structures is preferred.
• EIT certification is required.
• Experience completing engineering studies and design reports, compiling contract documents, and developing contract plans in accordance with accepted standards and procedures, including AASHTO, FDOT, local municipalities and counties, and other state DOTs.
• Strong technical skills in bridge and structural design and critical thinking.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, attention to detail, and commitment to quality.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills, including excellence in verbal presentations and technical writing.
• Self-motivation and ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Nice To Haves

• PE license or ability to obtain one within six months.
• Project experience with FDOT.
• Experience with structural engineering software such as Mathcad, AASHTOWare, FB-MultiPier, Midas Civil, ATLAS, STAAD Pro, LARSA 4D, MDX, SP Column, MerlinDASH, or FDOT Structures Design Programs.
• Model-based design experience, including Bentley OpenBridge and OpenRoads, AutoCAD Civil 3D, Revit, Infraworks, or Inventor.
• Experience leading and mentoring junior staff.
• Project management skills.

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 construction documents, engineering reports, and related materials.
• Assist with qualification packages, proposals, and contracts, including technical approaches, costs, and scheduling.
• Provide project management support.
• Review fabrication drawings and construction plans.

Benefits

• Eligibility to participate in the VHB 401(k) plan.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Wellness programs.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Recognition programs.
• Eligible employees may receive annual incentive compensation bonuses, spot bonuses, and merit-based salary increases.
• Flexible, hybrid work environment.
• Learning and development supported by evolving tools and technologies.

What This Job Offers

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