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Bridge Engineer

David Evans and Associates, Inc.
Salt Lake, UT Full Time
POSTED ON 12/25/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/25/2026
Bridge/Structural Engineer

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At David Evans and Associates, Inc., our Transportation team blends innovation, sustainability, and a commitment to our communities to navigate modern transportation challenges. We deliver unique solutions through cutting-edge engineering practices, creating an exceptional client experience. Every project is managed with unparalleled care. DEA addresses modern transportation demands with focused expertise and a diverse set of services tailored to meet our clients' evolving needs. Whether enhancing existing transportation networks or pioneering new mobility solutions, DEA's knowledge helps shape a future where safe, efficient, convenient, and accessible mobility leads the way for sustainable growth and improved quality of life in our communities.

The Bridges and Structures Practice is seeking a Bridge/Structural Engineer in Salt Lake City, UT.

A successful candidate will have experience with bridge design practices and the application of seismic design criteria. In this role, you will perform structural analyses and develop design calculations using AASHTO and other design codes for different bridges, transportation, and transit structural systems. A successful candidate will also have experience in load rating, field inspection, and reporting practices. Typical projects will include a variety of concrete and steel bridges, concrete box culverts, overhead sign structures, and retaining walls. Experience with Department of Transportation (DOT) structural practices is preferred, particularly in Utah. Additional DOT structural experience in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, California, and Colorado is valuable for this position.

What You'll DoKey Responsibilities:
  • Organizing information for use in project documents
  • Assist or lead bridge projects by creating concept reports and type selection reports.
  • Assist or lead bridge rehabilitation and preservation projects.
  • Assist or lead the development of engineering calculations utilizing spreadsheets and various analysis and design software packages.
  • Assist or lead the development of engineering drawing details.
  • Assist or lead the development of project specifications.
  • Developing engineering quantity and cost estimates
  • Review contractor submittals during construction.
  • Perform condition inspections of existing bridges
  • Generate and edit bridge inspection reports
  • Manage the execution of work assignments within an allocated budget
  • Review all work for completeness and accuracy and adhere to schedule and quality expectations established by contract and industry standards
What You BringRequired Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
  • Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Utah (or ability to obtain within one year)
  • Minimum 8 years of applicable bridge and seismic design experience
  • Must be organized, detail-oriented, and work well under tight deadlines
  • Proficiency in current structural design software applications, with an emphasis on bridge design software, such SAP2000, Midas Civil, LARSA 4D, PG Super, LEAP Concrete, LPile, BRASS, CSiBridge, OpenRoads Designer, spColumn
  • Proficiency with Bluebeam and MathCAD software
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, with an emphasis on Excel and Word
  • Experience with AASHTO LRFD and DOT design standards
  • Proficient in communicating and working in a team-based environment that involves coordination with multiple design disciplines and offices
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Master's degree in civil/structural engineering
  • Knowledge of Utah Department of Transportation structure design practices
What We Offer

We foster an environment where talented professionals have the freedom and support to do their most meaningful work. Our values and company culture form the foundation of our success, creating a positive and collaborative work environment. These guiding principles are vital to our continued achievements and unwavering commitment to improving the world around us.

As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to cultivate and develop your skills and work alongside talented colleagues who are committed to improving the quality of life while demonstrating stewardship of the built and natural environments.

Benefits:
  • Comprehensive health coverage: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance
  • Financial wellness: Health Savings Account (HSA) and Lifestyle Spending Account with employer contributions
  • Professional development: Support for continuing education and training opportunities.
  • Work-life balance: Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holiday Pay
  • Work Schedule: Flexible 9/80 schedule-every other Friday off!
  • Retirement: 401k plan
  • Wellbeing focus: Holistic Wellbeing Program centered on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community health
  • Growth opportunities: Access to mentorship, professional support, and pathways for career advancement
  • Potential salary range: $100,000 - $140,000

* The posted salary range represents the typical range for this position and is provided in accordance with applicable state and local pay transparency laws. Actual compensation will be commensurate with experience, qualifications, and geographic location.

If you are a recruiter, search agency, or otherwise wish to refer a candidate to DEA, you will not be compensated in any way for your referral of a candidate to DEA without an active and signed written agreement in place in advance with DEA Human Resources. Any resume submitted to any DEA employee by an external recruiter without a written agreement in place at the time of submission will be considered the property of DEA and DEA will not be liable for the payment of a placement fee. If you would like to notify DEA of your interest in initiating a written agreement for services, please e-mail careers@deainc.com.

Potential office locations include: Salt Lake City, UT.


DEA is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity in our workplace. We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, marital status, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, and all other characteristics protected by law. If you need any accommodation in the application, interviewing or selection process, please let us know. You can e-mail your request to HRQuestions@deainc.com or call 503-223-6663 and ask for Corporate Recruiting.

DEA wants to ensure applicants who apply for jobs electronically are informed of their equal employment opportunity (EEO) protections as part of the application process through the EEO is the Law and Supplement to EEO is the Law posters. In addition, you can review the prescribed pay transparency nondiscrimination provision and learn about DEA’s participation in the E-Verify Program.

 

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