Bridge Engineer
Volkert Inc.
80000.00 To 120000.00 (USD) Annually
paid time off, 401(k)
United States, Missouri, St. Louis
11124 South Towne Square (Show on map)
Jun 10, 2025
Are we the road to your future?
Volkert is employee owned and a Top 100 design firm, committed to providing clients with creative solutions for sustainability, including improvements to infrastructure, the environment, and natural resources. Founded in 1925, Volkert is celebrating a century of serving our employees, clients, partners, and communities.
We are currently searching for a talented Bridge Engineer in our Midwest Region. Position is negotiable within our IL and MO office locations.
The salary range for this position is $80,000 - $120,000.
What you'll be doing:
Perform calculations and analysis for designing bridge and transportation structures using various bridge design software programs
Review calculations and design details developed by others
Perform load ratings on bridges of various type, size, and complexity
Prepare structural drawings in MicroStation and AutoCAD
Bridge inspections
Review shop drawings and other related construction submittals
Organize and maintain project files
Cost estimating for various structural elements
Develop solutions to challenges presented by the client within budget, schedule, and project constraints
Working closely and effectively communicating with team members
What you need to have:
B.S. in Civil Engineering from an accredited engineering program. M.S. in Structural Engineering a plus
3 - 7 years of engineering experience in bridge design
Course level or recent experience in steel and/or concrete bridge design
EIT certification is required
Professional Engineering License (PE) in Illinois and/or Missouri or ability to obtain is preferred
Structural Engineering License (SE) in Illinois or ability to obtain is preferred
Familiarity with bridge analysis software, MicroStation, or AutoCAD is preferred
Strong skills using MS Excel and MS Word
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Must have the ability to immediately work in the United States on a full-time permanent basis
Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening to ensure a safe and productive work environment. Volkert adheres to federal guidelines, which may include testing for substances such as marijuana. Please note that federal regulations may differ from state-specific guidelines.
Valid driver's license.
A satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR).
Characteristics of a successful Volkert team member:
Be a brand ambassador for the company who engages in diversity and inclusion
Be self-motivated to meet individual goals and maintain accountability in a team environment
Exercise initiative and independent judgement in the solution of work problems
Be able to communicate effectively- verbal and written
Be able to multi-task in a team environment
Volkert Perks:
Competitive compensation
Flexibility and a positive work/life balance
Challenging and innovative projects
Employee referral program
Professional development
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
401(k) retirement savings plan + employer matching
Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
Medical, Dental, & Vision
Employer-Paid Life/AD&D insurance
Employer-Paid short-term disability and long-term disability
Wellness incentives
Additional voluntary benefits
The words from our Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer, Thomas A. Hand, PE, capture best how you can make an impact while working for Volkert.
"For a century, Volkert has done meaningful work that improves our infrastructure and quality of life throughout our communities. We are proud of our one-hundred-year legacy and humbled by the opportunities ahead of us as we look forward to our next century of service. With our commitment to employee ownership and sustainable growth, you can build a career here that really makes a difference."
- Thomas A. Hand, PE, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer
EOE-Race/Sex/Vets/Disabled
Volkert does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies or fee-based recruitment services.
Missouri, Illinois
#LI-HF1
Volkert Inc.
80000.00 To 120000.00 (USD) Annually
paid time off, 401(k)
United States, Missouri, St. Louis
11124 South Towne Square (Show on map)
Jun 10, 2025
Are we the road to your future?
Volkert is employee owned and a Top 100 design firm, committed to providing clients with creative solutions for sustainability, including improvements to infrastructure, the environment, and natural resources. Founded in 1925, Volkert is celebrating a century of serving our employees, clients, partners, and communities.
We are currently searching for a talented Bridge Engineer in our Midwest Region. Position is negotiable within our IL and MO office locations.
The salary range for this position is $80,000 - $120,000.
What you'll be doing:
Perform calculations and analysis for designing bridge and transportation structures using various bridge design software programs
Review calculations and design details developed by others
Perform load ratings on bridges of various type, size, and complexity
Prepare structural drawings in MicroStation and AutoCAD
Bridge inspections
Review shop drawings and other related construction submittals
Organize and maintain project files
Cost estimating for various structural elements
Develop solutions to challenges presented by the client within budget, schedule, and project constraints
Working closely and effectively communicating with team members
What you need to have:
B.S. in Civil Engineering from an accredited engineering program. M.S. in Structural Engineering a plus
3 - 7 years of engineering experience in bridge design
Course level or recent experience in steel and/or concrete bridge design
EIT certification is required
Professional Engineering License (PE) in Illinois and/or Missouri or ability to obtain is preferred
Structural Engineering License (SE) in Illinois or ability to obtain is preferred
Familiarity with bridge analysis software, MicroStation, or AutoCAD is preferred
Strong skills using MS Excel and MS Word
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Must have the ability to immediately work in the United States on a full-time permanent basis
Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening to ensure a safe and productive work environment. Volkert adheres to federal guidelines, which may include testing for substances such as marijuana. Please note that federal regulations may differ from state-specific guidelines.
Valid driver's license.
A satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR).
Characteristics of a successful Volkert team member:
Be a brand ambassador for the company who engages in diversity and inclusion
Be self-motivated to meet individual goals and maintain accountability in a team environment
Exercise initiative and independent judgement in the solution of work problems
Be able to communicate effectively- verbal and written
Be able to multi-task in a team environment
Volkert Perks:
Competitive compensation
Flexibility and a positive work/life balance
Challenging and innovative projects
Employee referral program
Professional development
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
401(k) retirement savings plan + employer matching
Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
Medical, Dental, & Vision
Employer-Paid Life/AD&D insurance
Employer-Paid short-term disability and long-term disability
Wellness incentives
Additional voluntary benefits
The words from our Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer, Thomas A. Hand, PE, capture best how you can make an impact while working for Volkert.
"For a century, Volkert has done meaningful work that improves our infrastructure and quality of life throughout our communities. We are proud of our one-hundred-year legacy and humbled by the opportunities ahead of us as we look forward to our next century of service. With our commitment to employee ownership and sustainable growth, you can build a career here that really makes a difference."
- Thomas A. Hand, PE, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer
EOE-Race/Sex/Vets/Disabled
Volkert does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies or fee-based recruitment services.
Missouri, Illinois
#LI-HF1
Job ID: 480938145
Originally Posted on: 6/12/2025
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