Thompson Engineering
Job Description
Job Description
Position Overview
Thompson Engineering is seeking a
Senior Structural Engineer
with specialized experience in
bridge design
to join our growing Structural Engineering Team. This role is ideal for a seasoned engineer with a strong background in the design of bridges for
federal, state, and local government projects . The primary responsibility of this position is to ensure the
safety, strength, and integrity
of structures we design. The successful candidate will demonstrate expertise in the application of AASHTO codes and state-specific transportation design procedures and will play a key role in the
evaluation, design, and reporting
of structural systems. Key Responsibilities
Perform
structural analysis, modeling, and design
for a variety of public and private sector projects.
Focus on
state and local highway bridge design , with additional work including: Commercial building structures
Industrial structures (e.g., pipe racks, personnel platforms)
Heavy civil foundations
Marine and waterfront structures (e.g., piers, bulkheads, wharfs)
Retaining walls and similar infrastructure
Utilize
OpenBridge (LEAP)
software for bridge structural analysis.
Ensure compliance with
state bridge bureau guidelines and specifications .
Select materials appropriate for each project to ensure durability and code compliance.
Produce
technical reports , design documents, and support client communication.
Maintain
high-quality deliverables
and ensure accuracy in engineering documentation.
Manage time efficiently across multiple projects with minimal supervision.
Collaborate with project managers, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams.
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering from an
ABET-accredited university
Experience: Minimum
10 years
of bridge design experience
Licensure: Must have a current
Professional Engineer (PE) license
Technical Skills: Proficient in: Structural FEA Analysis
OpenBridge (LEAP)
MicroStation
Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)
Certifications: Not required
Physical Requirements: Ability to work flexible schedules and overtime as needed
Must be able to sit and operate a computer for extended periods
Travel required to support projects (as needed).
About Thompson Engineering
Founded in 1953, Thompson Engineering has a longstanding reputation for delivering high-quality services in
construction quality assurance ,
materials testing ,
inspection , and
geotechnical analysis . Originally serving the Gulf Coast's industrial and infrastructure projects, we've grown into a multidisciplinary firm working on major
transportation, economic development, and coastal projects . Today, our teams lead projects that define
skylines, coastlines, and transportation corridors
across the Southeast. From early-stage environmental assessments and land surveys to cutting-edge design solutions and construction management, we are there from concept to completion.
Job Description
Position Overview
Thompson Engineering is seeking a
Senior Structural Engineer
with specialized experience in
bridge design
to join our growing Structural Engineering Team. This role is ideal for a seasoned engineer with a strong background in the design of bridges for
federal, state, and local government projects . The primary responsibility of this position is to ensure the
safety, strength, and integrity
of structures we design. The successful candidate will demonstrate expertise in the application of AASHTO codes and state-specific transportation design procedures and will play a key role in the
evaluation, design, and reporting
of structural systems. Key Responsibilities
Perform
structural analysis, modeling, and design
for a variety of public and private sector projects.
Focus on
state and local highway bridge design , with additional work including: Commercial building structures
Industrial structures (e.g., pipe racks, personnel platforms)
Heavy civil foundations
Marine and waterfront structures (e.g., piers, bulkheads, wharfs)
Retaining walls and similar infrastructure
Utilize
OpenBridge (LEAP)
software for bridge structural analysis.
Ensure compliance with
state bridge bureau guidelines and specifications .
Select materials appropriate for each project to ensure durability and code compliance.
Produce
technical reports , design documents, and support client communication.
Maintain
high-quality deliverables
and ensure accuracy in engineering documentation.
Manage time efficiently across multiple projects with minimal supervision.
Collaborate with project managers, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams.
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering from an
ABET-accredited university
Experience: Minimum
10 years
of bridge design experience
Licensure: Must have a current
Professional Engineer (PE) license
Technical Skills: Proficient in: Structural FEA Analysis
OpenBridge (LEAP)
MicroStation
Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)
Certifications: Not required
Physical Requirements: Ability to work flexible schedules and overtime as needed
Must be able to sit and operate a computer for extended periods
Travel required to support projects (as needed).
About Thompson Engineering
Founded in 1953, Thompson Engineering has a longstanding reputation for delivering high-quality services in
construction quality assurance ,
materials testing ,
inspection , and
geotechnical analysis . Originally serving the Gulf Coast's industrial and infrastructure projects, we've grown into a multidisciplinary firm working on major
transportation, economic development, and coastal projects . Today, our teams lead projects that define
skylines, coastlines, and transportation corridors
across the Southeast. From early-stage environmental assessments and land surveys to cutting-edge design solutions and construction management, we are there from concept to completion.