About the job

Senior Bridge Engineer

Department: Transportation

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Orlando, FL

Description

You're an expert bridge engineer with 15+ years of structural design under your belt. You've solved complex problems, managed multiple projects, and earned respect for your technical depth. Now it's time to step into a role where your expertise shapes project direction, influences team decisions, and establishes technical standards. DRMP is seeking a Senior Bridge Engineer to take on more complex projects, guide junior engineers, and drive excellence across our structures practice.

The Opportunity

DRMP is a fast-growing transportation engineering firm with deep expertise in bridge design, structures, and infrastructure solutions. We're expanding our technical team, and we need a Senior Bridge Engineer who can handle complex projects, mentor junior engineers, and contribute to business development.

What you will lead:

Lead & Deliver Complex Bridge Projects

• Develop structural calculations, produce engineering drawings, and deliver technical reports for complex DOT and transportation structure projects.

• Work on both Design-Bid-Build and Design-Build delivery methods.

Engineer Creative Solutions

• Perform and direct engineering alternatives investigations.

• Analyze data, perform calculations, and evaluate solutions that balance technical excellence with practical delivery.

Mentor & Develop Junior Engineers

• Train junior engineers in design methodology, problem-solving, and technical excellence.

• Guide project teams and share your expertise.

• Shape the next generation of bridge engineers.

Support Projects Through All Phases

• Lead design development, respond to RFIs, review shop drawings, and provide construction-phase problem-solving.

• Ensure projects succeed from design through delivery.

Contribute to Technical Excellence

• Ensure designs meet AASHTO LRFD standards, FDOT requirements, and DRMP's quality standards.

• Lead design reviews and set technical direction on projects.

What you bring:

Must Have:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (ABET-accredited)

• Licensed PE (PE/SE in Florida preferred; ability to obtain Florida registration required)

• 10+ years post-registration structural engineering experience

• 15+ years bridge design and plans production experience (concrete, steel, retaining walls, culverts, etc.)

• Proficiency with bridge design software (FB Multi-Pier, Leap Bridge, CSi, STAAD, FDOT tools, etc.)

• Expert-level CADD proficiency (OpenBridge, MicroStation, GEOPAK, AutoCAD, or similar)

• Deep knowledge of AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications and FDOT standards

• Proven ability to mentor junior staff and guide technical teams

• Excellent communication, analytical, and time management skills

Nice to Have:

• Master's degree (MSE/MSCE) in Civil or Structural Engineering

• SE (Structural Engineer) certification

• 3D modeling expertise with OpenBridge Modeler

• Experience with post-tensioning or complex structures

• Construction specialty engineering or field experience

• FDOT project experience and familiarity with FDOT Structures Manual

DRMP Offers

• Excellent compensation package

• Outstanding holiday and paid-time-off programs

• 401(k) Plan and Match

• Career Path Development Program (Management & Technical Career Tracks)

• Mentorship Program

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Parental Leave

• Competitive health and dental insurance premiums

• Variety of voluntary benefit options

• Short-Term Disability/Long-Term Disability

• Company-furnished life insurance

• Employee Assistant Program (EAP)

• Flexible Spending Account

• and More

DRMP is a Drug and Alcohol Free workplace, an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and E-Verify employer.

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