Experienced Bridge Design Engineer

Overview

Snyder & Associates, Inc. is a well-established civil and structural engineering consulting firm delivering thoughtful, high-quality solutions to public and private clients throughout the Midwest. As transportation investment and community growth continue across Iowa, we are expanding our Shuck-Britson structures team in Des Moines.

This is an opportunity for an experienced bridge engineer to play a visible role in projects that support Iowa’s transportation network — from local municipal bridges to work in collaboration with the Iowa Department of Transportation and other regional partners. Based in our Des Moines office, you’ll contribute technical expertise, build client relationships, and help strengthen our growing bridge practice in Central Iowa.

Responsibilities

What You’ll Do:

• Lead and support the analysis, planning, and design of bridge and transportation structure projects
• Prepare bridge designs, plans, specifications, and technical reports
• Collaborate closely with the Iowa DOT, municipalities, counties, and internal civil engineering teams
• Support projects through construction, including coordination, field review, and problem-solving
• Contribute to project planning, schedules, budgets, and quality control
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to the continued growth of our Iowa structures team

Qualifications

What We’re Looking For:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with a structural emphasis
• 5 years of experience designing bridge projects in the U.S.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred (or ability to obtain in Iowa)
• Experience working with state DOT standards and procedures
• Demonstrated progressive responsibility and technical growth
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to manage priorities and deliver projects on scope, budget, and schedule
• A collaborative, solutions-oriented mindset with interest in long-term professional growth

Why Snyder & Associates?

• Employee-owned regional engineering firm committed to project success and employee careers
• Local decision-making — not driven by private equity or absentee investors
• Meaningful projects that serve Iowa communities and strengthen regional infrastructure
• Strong relationships with public agencies and long-standing municipal clients
• Opportunities for technical leadership, project ownership, and continued professional growth
• Stable, respected firm with deep roots in Iowa
• Supportive culture that values teamwork, integrity, and long-term partnerships

Life At Snyder

Snyder & Associates has grown to become a large regional civil engineering and planning firm in the Midwest. With thirteen office locations in five states, the communities we serve are the same places we proudly call home. For us, it’s about more than just the project at hand. It’s about improving community quality of life, which is why 94 percent of our existing clients continue to trust us as an extension of their staff. Watch the Snyder & Associates About Us Video to learn more. You’ll also find a welcoming, family‑oriented atmosphere that encourages connection, celebrates achievements, and offers opportunities to engage with the community and bring engineering to life outside the office, empowering you to grow your career while making a difference in the places we proudly call home.

Snyder & Associates, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Snyder & Associates, Inc. is an E-Verify employer.