Bridge Design Engineer

Description

Ready to design the bridges that shape our future? As a Bridge Design Engineer, you’ll be at the forefront of bridge inspection, load rating, and the design of concrete and steel structures. Your work will ensure that every bridge and foundation is not only safe and reliable but also meets client needs and strict design codes. If you're passionate about creating lasting infrastructure and solving complex engineering challenges, we want you on our team!

Why Fisher?

• Be Heard, Be Valued – We foster an inclusive culture where leadership welcomes and encourages your ideas and feedback.
• Collaborate & Innovate – Work with a highly skilled, multidisciplinary team on diverse and exciting projects.
• Career Growth – Advance with clearly defined career paths, tuition assistance, and ongoing training.
• Work-Life Balance – Enjoy a flexible hybrid work schedule, optional half day Fridays and generous PTO.
• Competitive Benefits – Immediate 401(k) enrollment with annual company contributions, company-paid life and long-term disability insurance, and a robust benefits package.
• Community Impact – Make a tangible difference and improve the quality of life through projects that improve equity, access, and sustainability.

Who We Are:

Fisher Associates, P.E., L.S., L.A., D.P.C. is a full-service consulting engineering and professional services firm specializing in Transportation, Land Development, and Energy. With eight offices across NY, PA, and TX, we offer expertise in landscape architecture, planning, engineering, environmental, survey, GIS, and construction representation.

Ready to Drive the Future?

Join a company that values your expertise and is dedicated to innovation and a culture of growth and appreciation. Apply now and take your career to the next level with Fisher Associates!

Salary Range: $80,000 - $95,000 annually

Actual compensation may vary based on relevant experience, qualifications/education, and other factors. The salary range is not necessarily reflective of the actual total compensation that may be earned nor promises any specific pay for any specific employee. Salary range excludes monetary value of benefits.

The primary function of this role is responsible for, but not limited to, the following:

• Prepare bridge design plans and construction bid packages for NYSDOT, NYSTA and locally administered federal aid transportation projects
• Effectively complete assignments related to bridge inspection, bridge load rating and analysis and all aspects of concrete/steel bridge and foundation design.
• Coordinate and communicate effectively with clients, sub consultants and regulatory approving agencies
• Assist with field inspections and reports for bridge and culvert inspections
• Attend project kick off meetings.
• Research, understand and document jurisdictional requirements.
• Develop creative and strategic design options that meet client’s goals.
• Complete site feasibility studies as well as site and environmental analysis.
• Schematic design, engineering systems coordination, site cost analysis, design development.
• Specification and materials research
• Develop plans, specifications, reports, and cost estimates.
• Develop detailed design plans, drawings, and specifications for bridges and related structures.
• Coordinate with reviewers and other disciplines to ensure accuracy and quality of work.
• Proactively assist Project Managers, and Project Engineers and Group Manager.
• Provide technical support during the construction phase, which may involve addressing design-related queries from contractors, conducting site visits, and reviewing construction progress to ensure it aligns with the design intent.

Requirements

Education & Experience

• B.S. degree in Civil Engineering or related field (MS preferred)
• 5 - 10 years minimum of transportation experience, structures/bridge design experience preferred
• Professional Engineering License (PE) or ability to obtain it.
• Experience with MS Office, MicroStation, STAAD, Bridge Design Software preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

•  Uphold professional performance standards aligned with the company’s Mission, Vision, and Core Values.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships in adherence to the Fisher Clientship philosophy.
• Demonstrate high-quality work and a commitment to continuous improvement.
• Collaborate effectively across all levels, fostering respect, trust, and active listening in all interactions.
• Take ownership of responsibilities and outcomes with integrity, honesty, and transparency.
• Exhibit a proactive, self-motivated attitude with a strong desire to learn and grow.
• Apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills while demonstrating sound judgment.
• Communicate professionally and effectively in both written and verbal formats.
• Manage projects, time, and tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Maintain strong attention to detail while adapting to changing priorities.
• Accept and respond positively to feedback.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Fisher Associates does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, race, creed, color, national origin (including ancestry), religion, gender or sex, sexual orientation (including transgender status, gender identity or expression), pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), disability, reproductive health decision making (including, but not limited to, the decision to use or access a particular drug, device, or medical service), marital status, partnership status, caregiver status, domestic violence victim status, familial status, military status, unemployment status, genetic information (including genetic characteristics), citizenship or immigration status, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local laws.

Salary : $80,000 - $95,000