Job Overview
Title: Senior Structural/Bridge Engineer
Department: Transportation and Infrastructure
Supervises: Junior Engineers and Bridge Inspection Team
Role Type: Full-time
Location: Columbus, OH (Headquarters)
About the Company: Ribway Engineering Group, Inc. is an established and reputable consulting firm providing multi-disciplinary services in civil, water/wastewater, transportation, and environmental engineering. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer offering a robust growth environment, excellent benefits, and the potential for equity-based discussions for long-tenured professionals.
About the Position: We are seeking a Senior Bridge Engineer to lead our growing Transportation and Infrastructure Team. This role is designed for a technical expert capable of overseeing the research, design, and construction of load-bearing structures, including bridges, roadways, and retaining walls. You will provide strategic leadership, ensure structural soundness across all projects, and play a pivotal role in the expansion of our bridge design and inspection services.
Key Responsibilities
Structural Design & Leadership: Provide subject matter expertise for the design, rehabilitation, and reconstruction of bridges and transit structures for state highways, county roads, and city streets.
Complex Analysis: Perform and review technical computations involving load-bearing elements, ensuring designs meet or exceed industry standards for safety and functionality.
Supervisory Oversight: Plan and organize engineering activities; provide situational guidance and mentorship to junior engineers to ensure high-quality deliverables.
Inspection & Investigation: Plan and conduct field inspections of existing structures; apply critical thinking to reach conclusions from testing results and statistical analysis.
Project Coordination: Interface with clients, owners, and contractors; assist in proposal development and represent the firm at professional conferences and meetings.
Innovative Problem Solving: Develop economical and logical structural solutions for complex infrastructure challenges, particularly where site conditions impact design.
QA/QC Management: Ensure all engineering services are commensurate with professional standards, budget controls, and project objectives.
Required Qualifications
Experience: 10+ years of relevant post-education experience in structural or civil design, with extensive experience in bridge planning and construction management.
Licensure: Professional Engineer (PE) license in the State of Ohio is required (multi-state licensure is a plus).
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering (Master’s Degree is highly preferred).
Technical Mastery: Highly proficient in structural engineering principles, design/build processes, and relevant construction laws and codes.
Analytical Skills: Advanced critical thinking and problem-solving skills required to collate data and reach conclusions for high-complexity technical deliverables.
Logistics: Ability to adapt to varying schedules to meet business needs; occasional travel may be required for project-specific requirements.
Preferred Qualifications
Bridge Inspection Certification: Experience with NBIS (National Bridge Inspection Standards) protocols.
Advanced Software: Proficiency in structural analysis software such as STAAD, AASHTOWare, or similar predictive modeling tools.
Benefits & Compensation
Financial: Competitive salary ($100k–$140k) with bonuses and retirement savings.
Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Protection: Disability and life insurance.
Equity: Opportunity to discuss equity based on years of service and firm contribution.