Bridge Project Engineer | Chicago, IL

Bridge Project Engineer

Chicago, IL | Hybrid Opportunity

Build the Future of Transportation Infrastructure

A respected employee-owned engineering consulting firm is seeking a Bridge Project Engineer to join a growing transportation structures team in Chicago.

This is an opportunity for a bridge engineer who wants to work on challenging infrastructure projects, collaborate with experienced professionals, and grow within a strong technical environment.

What You’ll Do

• Design bridges and transportation structures from concept through completion.
• Prepare plans, specifications, and cost estimates for bridge projects.
• Perform structural analysis and design for highway and roadway structures.
• Support bridge rehabilitation, inspection, and new construction projects.
• Review shop drawings and provide construction support.
• Participate in bridge inspections and structural evaluations.
• Coordinate with project teams, clients, and design partners.
• Lead technical discussions and contribute to project decisions.
• Mentor and support junior engineers.

What They’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with structural coursework.
• Master’s degree in Structural Engineering is a plus.
• 5+ years of bridge design or bridge inspection experience.
• Illinois Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Illinois Structural Engineer (SE) license preferred or ability to obtain within one year.
• Experience with Illinois transportation projects preferred.
• Knowledge of bridge design standards and structural analysis.
• Experience with FHWA/NBIS bridge inspection standards preferred.
• Familiarity with MicroStation and structural design software preferred.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Work on complex bridge and transportation projects.
• Join an experienced and collaborative engineering team.
• Take ownership of challenging technical work.
• Grow your expertise through mentorship and leadership opportunities.
• Enjoy a flexible hybrid work environment.
• Build a long-term career with an employee-owned organization.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary: $110,000–$155,000(Based on experience, qualifications, and overall fit.)

Benefits include:

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Hybrid work flexibility
• Relocation assistance
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement savings plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Parental leave
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Flexible spending plans
• Tuition reimbursement
• Training and professional development programs

Confidential Search

If you are a bridge engineer looking for your next opportunity to work on impactful transportation projects with a strong technical team, this is a conversation worth having.

David Meyer

Civil Engineering Recruiter

GPAC | Growing People and Companies

david.meyer@gogpac.com

(605) 610-4543

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.