Senior Bridge Engineer - Salem

Senior Bridge Engineer

Transportation Jobs With David Evans And Associates

At David Evans and Associates, Inc. (DEA), our Transportation team solves modern transportation challenges by combining innovation, sustainability, and a commitment to our clients. Through cutting-edge engineering practices, we deliver unique solutions designed to provide an exceptional client experience. DEA meets the demands of modern transportation with a diverse range of services tailored to our clients’ evolving needs. From enhancing existing transportation networks to pioneering new mobility solutions, our expertise helps shape a future where safe, efficient, and accessible mobility improves the quality of life in the communities we serve.

The Bridges and Structures Practice is seeking a Senior Bridge Engineer in Salem, OR.

This is a unique opportunity for a seasoned bridge engineer who’s ready to step into a leadership role, delivering and leading infrastructure projects, mentoring rising talent, and influencing how transportation assets are managed and delivered.

You’ll work on a wide range of projects, from multi-span highway bridges spanning waterways and highways to retaining walls and rehabilitation and preservation of aging infrastructure, bringing creativity, technical depth, and vision to every phase of project delivery.

What You’ll Do

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as a senior technical lead on bridge preservation and asset management projects.
• Perform life-cycle costs analysis to determine cost-effective long-term bridge preservation treatments.
• Manage the full project lifecycle—from concept through final plans and construction support.
• Ensure deliverables meet or exceed industry standards for quality, accuracy, and constructability.
• Review and check structural calculations, plans, and specifications to ensure engineering excellence.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineers, building the next generation of bridge design talent.
• Lead or support condition inspections, load ratings, and structural evaluations of in-service bridges.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and stakeholders to ensure seamless project execution.
• Build strong client relationships through technical leadership, responsiveness, and delivery excellence.
• Support business development through proposal preparation, technical writing, and pursuit strategy.
  
  

What You Bring

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
• 15 years of progressive experience in bridge engineering
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Oregon
• Experience with ODOT bridge design standards
• Experience in Bridge Preservation and Asset Management
• Expertise in bridge design software: SAP2000, Midas Civil
• Strong knowledge of AASHTO LRFD bridge design standards
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Demonstrated leadership, clear communication, and client-facing skills
• Physical ability and willingness to conduct field inspections
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Structural Engineering
• Structural Engineer (SE) license in Oregon
• Familiarity with National Bridge Inspection coding, elements, and conditions
  
  

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: $121,348 – $166,338/year
• 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: Salem, OR.