Bridge Design Engineering Associate – Raleigh, NC
The Bridge Design Engineering Associate at Confidential Client is an entry-level engineering role focused on applying engineering principles to prepare design computations, plans, and technical reports for bridge projects. This position supports project quality through adherence to codes, standards, and quality control processes, while gaining experience toward professional engineering licensure in a collaborative, employee-owned firm.
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About the Role
Confidential Client is hiring an entry-level Bridge Design Engineering Associate based in Raleigh, NC. This role is ideal for early-career engineers on the Professional Engineer (PE) license track who want hands-on bridge and roadway design experience, mentorship, and exposure to project delivery across public infrastructure projects.
What You’ll Do
- Prepare and review bridge and plan design computations, drawings, and deliverables.
- Support submittals and coordinate project submissions with internal teams and external agencies.
- Draft specifications, technical letters, and written engineering reports.
- Complete inspections and field work as required.
- Research and apply codes, standards, and permit requirements to design tasks.
- Maintain project documentation and records.
- Develop technically accurate, clean, and constructible drawings.
- Support quality assurance and quality control processes to minimize design errors.
- Work within assigned budgets and timelines.
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in an ABET-accredited engineering discipline (civil/structural preferred).
- No prior full-time professional experience required; internships in architecture/engineering or related experience preferred.
- Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification preferred or strongly encouraged.
Preferred Qualifications & Technical Skills
- Familiarity with MicroStation, OpenRoads, or InRoads (surfaces and templates) is a plus.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills; ability to balance multiple tasks.
- Self-motivated and able to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary project team.
Compensation & Benefits
- Estimated salary: $56,849 per year (estimated). Compensation will be determined based on experience, skills, qualifications, and geographic location.
- Benefits commonly offered by our client include flexible work arrangements, paid training for required licensures, competitive benefits, bonus plans, and company-funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Actual benefits and eligibility will be provided by the hiring organization.
Why Join
- Early-career growth with mentorship on the PE licensing track.
- Exposure to real-world bridge design and public infrastructure projects.
- Employee-focused culture that supports professional development and work/life balance.
Location & Work Arrangement
- Job location: Raleigh, NC (on-site or hybrid per client policy). Confirm final work arrangement during the interview process.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind.
To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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