Bridge Engineer

Simply Put, A Great Place to Work

Benesch is a growing, multi-disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm. We enhance infrastructure and communities across the country – creating spaces and providing connections in ways that make a difference.

We pride ourselves on being nimble enough to remain responsive to client needs yet large enough to offer exceptional bench strength. As a member of our team, you’ll have an opportunity to draw from those resources when you need them and, likewise, contribute your expertise when you have something to share.

At Benesch, we are looking for candidates with varied backgrounds and worldviews. We are committed to offering an inclusive work environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Statistics show that women and underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for a position if they don’t meet 100% of the qualifications. If this statement resonates with you, don’t be so hard on yourself—apply for the job!

Bridge Engineer

Benesch is hiring a Bridge Engineer to join our Colorado Division. As a Bridge Engineer, you will have the opportunity to work on vehicular bridges (simple and complex), pedestrian bridges, retaining walls, and other transportation-related structures. At Benesch we work on projects in the planning, design, construction, and in-service phases so you will get exposed to the full life-cycle of structures. The ideal candidate will have a history of successfully completing bridge projects and the ability to mentor junior staff.

Location

This position offers flexibility within the front range of Colorado. Benesch is expanding our Colorado division, and we welcome candidates from diverse areas including but not limited to Greeley, Fort Collins, Johnstown, in addition to the Denver Metro area.

Key projects

Examples of past and ongoing projects led by our Colorado Bridge team include:

I-25 Exit 11: Interchange improvements in Trinidad, Colorado, modernized the junction with twin roundabouts, a new bridge, and enhanced access to Fishers Peak and Trinidad Lake State Parks. Replaced the older, “confusing” bridge, widened ramps, and installed dual roundabouts to improve capacity and reduce safety risks.

8th Street Corridor: Project in Colorado Springs widening the bridge over Fountain Creek. Key improvements include adding a new northbound lane, a dedicated right-turn lane, and a multi-use path to improve traffic capacity and pedestrian connectivity near US Highway 24.

Peoria Over Sand Creek: Benesch is providing comprehensive design services for the City of Aurora’s Peoria Street bridge replacement over Sand Creek. The project widens Peoria Street to six lanes and replaces a flood-prone, 60-year-old bridge. Benesch’s work includes structural and hydraulic design, ADA-compliant multimodal facilities, drainage, geotechnical investigation, utility coordination, environmental documentation, and public outreach to improve safety, mobility, and community access.

The Impact You Will Have

• Serve as lead engineer on a variety of bridge replacement and rehabilitation projects
• Mentor junior staff and assist with the growth and development of the structural staff
• Prepare and review structural and geometrical calculations for bridge design projects
• Assume responsibility for assigned design calculation files and plans assuring adequate independent QC reviews on that work
• Manage the process of compiling and coordinating plans, specifications, cost estimates and pay items per DOT standards
• Coordinate the above tasks with the Project Manager
• Lead structural designers on bridge design and rehabilitation projects

What You Will Need

• BS in Civil Engineering and/or Structural Engineering or related discipline, MS is a plus
• PE License in Colorado or ability to obtain through reciprocity
• 5 to 10+ years of bridge design experience
• Experience working with CDOT and/or municipalities
• Strong organization and leadership skills with a track record for adhering to design budgets and schedules
• Proven experience performing complex analysis and design
• Ability to assemble a complete design package and construction documents for assigned elements or projects
• Proven experience with various structural design and analysis software; Leap Bridge, LUSUS, Midas, and OpenBridge a plus
• Excellent communication and client relation skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment

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The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in accordance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. The final agreed-upon compensation is based on numerous factors, including but not limited to individual education, qualifications, prior work experience, and geographic location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary, overtime, and bonuses.

Benefits:

Our benefits package is designed to take care of our employees. Benesch offers a generous paid time benefits plan that increases throughout your career plus several paid holidays. Our benefits include medical, dental, and vision benefits. We also include company-paid life insurance, short term, and long-term disability plans. Benesch offers a 401K plan and profit-sharing contributions to the 401K plan. From insurance and retirement plan to our wellness programs, we provide employee benefits that meet your wants and needs.

Colorado Pay Range

$80,000—$105,000 USD

Why Benesch

It’s simple. We invest in our people, not just our projects.

• Career growth that’s real with leadership development, training, and clear paths forward
• Strong financial future with up to 9% retirement contribution for benefit-eligible employees
• Flexibility that works with schedules that support your life
• Time to recharge with generous paid time off and parental leave for benefit-eligible employees
• Support beyond work through mentorship, hands-on experience, and opportunities to make an impact from day one

Whether you’re starting your career or bringing years of experience, you’ll have the support and exposure to grow here.