Bridge Municipal Engineer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Location: Grand Rapids, Lansing, or Farmington Hills, MI

Employment Type: Full-Time

For over 70 years Fishbeck has been building. As a 100% employee-owned firm, every team member has a stake in what we build together—our work, our reputation, and our future. Now we need to add a Bridge Engineer to help us keep building.

Working with our Michigan Transportation team, you will support bridge design, analysis, plan preparation, inspections, scoping, load rating, and related consulting engineering services for MDOT and local municipality projects.

• Work with experienced professional engineers on bridge design, analysis, calculations, and plan preparation.
• Support occasional fieldwork related to bridge safety inspections, bridge project scoping, and bridge load rating.
• Assist in developing project budgets, schedules, reports, and technical documentation.
• Apply civil engineering principles and specialized design software to support high-quality transportation projects.
• Collaborate with Fishbeck technical staff across disciplines to deliver bridge design and consulting engineering services, primarily for MDOT and local municipalities.

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering.
• 0–4+ years of related bridge engineering experience desired.
• Engineer-in-Training certification desired; Professional Engineer license is a plus.
• Internship or bridge design experience with working knowledge of AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications is a plus.
• Preferred knowledge of MDOT bridge standards and design manuals.
• Preferred knowledge of Bentley OpenRoads Designer or MicroStation software.
• Knowledge of design software such as LEAP Bridge Concrete and Steel Design, MDX Steel Design,or AASHTOWare-BrR
• Excellent computer skills and verbal communication skills.
• Self-motivated, quality-focused, collaborative, and capable of planning work effectively in a project team environment.

Our staff members enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Wellness reimbursement and activities
• Reimbursement and support for tuition, continuing education, and professional/personal development
• Vacation and sick time, volunteer PTO, parental leave, and paid holidays
• Opportunities for hybrid and flexible schedules
• 401(k), profit sharing, and stock ownership opportunities (employee ownership)
• And more!

We are an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.

Imagine working for a firm where your personal growth and professional development are top priorities. Imagine a place where enthusiasm, creativity, and integrity are just a few of the core values. Imagine working alongside a dynamic, diverse group of peers while learning from the industry’s leading experts.

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Live well, work well, be well. Fishbeck believes in the benefits of a corporate wellness program and has woven it into our culture. We have been recognized over the years for best practices in work-life balance, diversity and multiculturalism, employee communication and recognition, education and development, and community initiatives.

We are a team at Fishbeck and want to keep our staff happy and healthy. We offer premium benefits to keep you and your family at your best, because we truly believe in the benefit of being well.

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Insurance

• Health, Dental, Optical, Life, and AD&D Insurance
• Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Long-Term Care Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• LifeLock

Equity

• 401(k)/ROTH Retirement Plan
• Profit Sharing
• Employee Ownership Opportunities
• Bonus Potential

Education

• Professional/Technical Membership Support
• Technical and LeadershipTraining
• Health and Safety Training
• Customized Orientation
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Challenges
• Wellness Activity Reimbursement
• CPR/First Aid/AED Training

Time away

• Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Medical Absence Time

Employees are encouraged to take a Day of Service each year in support of a non-profit or local charity. This paid time off provides staff with opportunities to serve in new ways, builds camaraderie among teams, and hopes to inspire others to give back.

At Fishbeck, we create and maintain an inclusive environment where differences are valued and there is understanding, communication, and respect among all individuals. Our unique culture capitalizes on the strengths resulting from our differences. We are an employer of choice, attracting a diverse workforce that provides innovation and excellence in everything we do.

We actively seek a diverse candidate base and offer career development and internship programs. Once you are on our team, you can expect nondiscriminatory, merit-based promotions, and competitive compensation as we work to nurture and support our talented staff.

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