Senior Bridge Engineer

Job Overview

Stanley Consultants is a leading global consulting engineering firm dedicated to client experience and solving complex challenges to create a sustainable, connected, and enriched world.

Stanley Consultants offers flexible work options, competitive pay, a strong sense of community, and the chance to build a meaningful, long-term career.

Chicago, IL

Hybrid

Senior Bridge Engineer

• Lead and coordinate engineering design efforts, guiding junior and mid-level engineers and working collaboratively with CADD teams to develop plans, specifications, and estimates for steel and concrete bridges, walls, culverts, and sign structures.
• Identify and understand technical requirements and implement engineering principles to develop solutions, determine staffing needs, and execute projects, ensuring quality control throughout.
• Demonstrate familiarity with Illinois DOT, Illinois Tollway, and Chicago DOT standards and procedures, ensuring design solutions align with agency requirements, contract documents, and multidisciplinary coordination.
• Engage directly with clients and stakeholders, such as Illinois DOT and Illinois Tollway, to discuss project progress, technical requirements, and design solutions.
• Prepare technical reports, including Bridge Condition Reports (BCRs), structural evaluation memos, feasibility studies, and other project documentation.
• Participate in technical meetings and discussions; strategize solutions to complex or unique technical problems assisting in the development of scope, fees, project execution and planning.
• Identify technical differentiators and develop schemes for key project pursuits.
• Assist in providing construction support, including reviewing shop drawings, responding to RFIs, and other construction related issues.
• Collaborate with other bridge departments, offering assistance and sharing expertise across different office locations.

• Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering (Master’s preferred, PhD a plus).
• Active Structural Engineer (SE) license in Illinois is required. Professional Engineer (PE) license is a plus.
• Minimum of 10+ years of experience in structural/bridge engineering design.
• Familiarity with Illinois DOT, Illinois Tollway, and Chicago DOT standards and procedures.
• Strong theoretical and practical knowledge of structural engineering principles and bridge design methodologies.
• Experience with the design of multiple bridge types in concrete and steel, including curved structures, retaining wall systems, culverts, and sign structures. Experience with railroad bridges is a plus.
• Design experience using AASHTO LRFD, AISC, ACI, and other North American design codes and standards. Familiarity with AREMA design codes is a plus.
• Proficiency in structural engineering software, including Midas Civil, CSi Bridge, SAP
  2000, and STAAD.Pro for 3D modeling and analysis; LEAP Bridge and MDX Software for steel and prestressed concrete girder design; and LEAP Bridge and LPILE for substructure design. Proficient in Mathcad and Excel for hand calculations and verification. Experienced in Micro Station and Open Roads/Bridge Modeler for CAD production and plan preparation.
• Ability to perform full hand calculations for verification of superstructure and substructure components, including superstructure components, piers, abutments, retaining walls, and deep foundations.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with experience in coordinating with clients, preparing technical reports (BCRs, feasibility studies), and responding to RFIs and submittals.

$119,400 - $156,975 a year

• Member‑owned culture aligned with client satisfaction and personal reward.
• Work‑life balance with flexible scheduling and compressed workweek options.
• Paid time away, including generous PTO, holiday, parental leave, and professional development leave.
• Comprehensive health portfolio with medical, dental, vision, FSA, HSA, and wellness resources.
• Financial health benefits including life insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability insurance, and identity theft protection.
• Professional growth support with tuition assistance,…