Bridge Engineer (STRABQ)

Job Title: Bridge Engineer – Structures Engineering Group Location: Grand Junction, CO

Build a Meaningful Career with Impact

Are you an experienced bridge engineer seeking an opportunity to apply your advanced technical expertise and project management skills to innovative and impactful projects? At Bohannan Huston, we offer a dynamic work environment where you can contribute your knowledge, lead challenging projects, and drive meaningful changes in our communities.

As a Bridge Engineer (PE) in our Structures Engineering Group, you will leverage your expertise in preparing design plans, reports and other project-related documents, coordinating the review and approval of the design documents with relevant agencies, managing time and staff resources to adhere to schedule and budget constraints, working with and managing contracts for private and public clients, preparing bid documents, preparing quantity estimates, and facilitating agency approvals. With regard to marketing and business development, the job may occasionally require the preparation of proposals along with assistance in marketing efforts including occasional attendance at local and regional conferences.

Your Role & Responsibilities

In this role, you will lead and contribute to:

• Project Management & Leadership –Working with and managing contracts for private and public clients.
• Engineering Design & Modeling – Preparing design plans, reports and other project-related documents.
• Client Interaction & Relationship Building – Coordinating the review and approval of the design documents with relevant agencies.
• Subject Matter Expertise – Managing time and staff resources to adhere to schedule and budget constraints.
• Cost Estimating – Preparing bid documents, preparing quantity estimates, and facilitating agency approvals.
• Marketing and business development -- the job may occasionally require the preparation of proposals along with assistance in marketing efforts including occasional attendance at local and regional conferences.

What We Are Looking For

• You have graduated with a bachelor's degree in civil engineering.
• You have 3 or more years of proven experience in Structural Engineering and PE licensure.
• You must be a US citizen and able to acquire security clearances needed for our existing government contracts.
• You have experience providing bridge engineering and construction plan production.
• You have experience in AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specification for application of design principles and development of design plans.
• You have experience with the 2015 International Building Codes and all major referenced design standards thereto.
• You have experience providing engineering design services pursuant to industry-based quality assurance plans.
• You have familiarity with DOT bridge design guidelines and standards (preferred).
• You have experience in Risa3D, AutoCAD, Civil3D, OpenBridge Designer, AASHTOWare and 3D analysis software such as Risa3D (preferred).
• You have strong organizational skills, excellent verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, ability to problem solve, supervision of staff and work, as well as the ability to mentor and train less experienced engineers.
• You have project management skills with a strong focus on quality and documentation.

Technologies You Will Work With & Learn

• Civil 3D
• AutoCAD
• Bluebeam Revu
• Revit
• Microstation
• Risa 3D
• AASHTOWare
• OpenBridge Designer
• Tekla Structures and Tedds
• Larsa 4D
• Microsoft Office

Why Choose Bohannan Huston?

At BHI, we pride ourselves on working on transformative projects that impact water infrastructure, transportation, and land development throughout New Mexico and the Southwest. Our office fosters a collaborative and innovative culture where you will have access to mentorship, cutting-edge technology, and cross-disciplinary projects.

Why Grand Junction, CO

Grand Junction is known for breathtaking landscapes, outdoor recreation, and affordable living with access to hiking, biking, and wineries.

What We Offer

• Professional Development – Access to mentorship, training, and a diverse range of engineering projects.
• Work-Life Balance – Three weeks of flexible leave plus an additional week off during the winter break to support personal and professional well-being.
• Comprehensive Benefits – Medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus an HSA with company contributions.
• Financial Security – A 401(k) retirement plan with a competitive company match.
• Award-Winning Workplace – Recognized as a Top Workplace and ENR Top 500 Firm since 1998.

Take the Next Step in Your Career

If you are ready to take on an exciting leadership role, apply your engineering expertise, and contribute to meaningful projects, we encourage you to join our team at Bohannan Huston.

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.