Bridge Engineer

Ready to make an impact on the bridges and transportation networks that connect communities across the Midwest?

GAI Consultants is looking for a talented Bridge Engineer to join our growing Indiana Transportation Team. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-profile projects for INDOT and local government clients while collaborating with experienced bridge professionals throughout the region.

From day one, you'll contribute to challenging and rewarding bridge design projects that improve safety, mobility, and infrastructure resilience across Indiana. You'll also partner with multidisciplinary teams in Kentucky, Ohio, and West Virginia, gaining broad project experience and exposure to a variety of engineering approaches and best practices.

The ideal candidate is a team player who enjoys both teaching and learning. Whether you're mentoring younger engineers, expanding your technical expertise, or taking on new challenges, you'll find abundant opportunities for professional growth and career advancement within a supportive and collaborative environment.

Job Duties:

• Plans, calculations, and specifications for transportation structures in accordance with AASHTO and INDOT standards.
• Collaborate with other professionals from various departments and disciplines in order to discuss project challenges and engineering solutions needed to help our clients deliver their programs.
• Perform work as part of a team or as a task manager, in accordance with the project budget and schedule limitations under moderate supervision.
• Assist other Project Managers in preparing scope and fee proposals and Letter-of-Interest proposals.
• Provide leadership and technical guidance to the project team to ensure quality technical services.
• Monitor and enforce compliance with quality control standards and client requirements.
• Participate in occasional site visits in construction sites and remote outdoor work environments.
• Occasional travel to client meetings and site visits.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering. A Master of Science in Structures is preferred.
• Registered PE in Indiana
• Strong team collaboration, oral and written communication, design expertise, and problem-solving skills are required.
• Experience with INDOT standards, specifications, design manuals, and deliverables for Federally Funded Projects.
• Experience with delivering projects for Local Municipalities and Counties.
• Experience with structural analysis and design programs for bridge design (Ex: LEAP Concrete, MDX, Midas, AASHTOWare, and/or other comparable software)
• Proficiency in CADD, Microstation preferred.
• Experience in bridge inspection or desire to participate in bridge inspection services preferred.
• Minimum of 4 years total engineering or technical experience.

General Characteristics

• Applies broad knowledge of principles and practices in a specific practice area.
• Independently evaluates, selects, and adapts standard techniques, procedures, and criteria.
• Acquires general knowledge of principles and practices of related fields, and ability to function on multidisciplinary teams.
• Applies teamwork skills to effectively plan, execute, and manage scopes, schedules, and budgets to meet project stakeholder needs.

Minimum Years of Experience

• 4 Years of Experience

Education

• B.S. or M.S. Engineering

Certification/Licensure

• Professional Engineer (P.E.) License required

Technical Responsibilities

• Occasionally designs portions of a project, system, component, or process.
• Prepares plans, specifications, and other project documents.
• Designs and conducts analyses and interprets test data.

Project and Task Management

• Occasionally assigns tasks to other technical and non-technical staff.
• Occasionally plans and coordinates detailed aspects of the engineering work.
• Prepares scopes, budgets, and schedules for assignments.
• Assists with proposals to provide professional services or obtain funding for engineering projects or projects.

Management Responsibility

• Receives general direction on key objectives. Receives guidance on unconventional/complex problems, direction on modified techniques, and new approaches on assignments with conflicting criteria.
• Mentors junior staff by providing guidance, explaining professional responsibilities, and reviewing work products.
• Attends project meetings and presents specific aspects of engineering assignments.

Why GAI?

GAI offers skilled professionals like you an exceptional place to work, grow, lead, and achieve. Explore an array of opportunities in locations across the U.S. and join accomplished colleagues in tackling challenging projects for a range of markets. Enjoy work location and scheduling flexibility; your choice of comprehensive, personalized benefits; a range of employee wellness programs and discounts; and more. Feel good about being part of a collaborative team that’s committed to supporting the communities we serve. Join GAI and distinguish yourself in a company poised for unlimited growth.

Benefits To Working at GAI Include:

Competitive Pay & Recognition

• Market based, competitive compensation
• Performance driven recognition and development bonuses

Comprehensive Health & Wellness

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Company paid short-term and long-term disability
• Company paid life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources

Meaningful Work–Life Balance

• Generous paid time off 7 paid holidays
• An additional floating holiday—use it for what matters to you
• Paid maternity, paternity, and adoption leave

Growth, Learning & Financial Security

• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Support and rewards for professional development and certifications