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Leading Bridge Engineer, for COWI in North America

COWI North America Inc

NEW YORK, NY · HybridFull-timeSeen 1w agoSeen in employer's feed 1 day ago

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Compensation
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Location
NEW YORK, NYHybrid
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

New York Professional Civil Engineer Registration Or Ability To Obtain

Job overview

COWI North America is seeking a Leading Bridge Engineer to support infrastructure projects across North America. The role leads bridge project teams and provides technical design leadership, project management, and specialized engineering expertise. The engineer will work with colleagues, clients, and other professionals in a hybrid setting, contributing to complex bridge design and construction projects and supporting proposals and business development.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Bridge DesignProject ManagementStructural AnalysisStructural DesignBridge ConstructionModern Bridge Design Codes3D Structural ModelingCSI BridgeSofistikADINAProposal PreparationBusiness DevelopmentCollaborationRespectfulnessAdaptability

Qualifications

Master's in Civil or Structural Engineering or Equivalent Experience10+ Years Related ExperienceNew York Professional Civil Engineer Registration or Ability to ObtainNew York Agency Experience

Benefits

Parental Leave
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Leading Bridge EngineerNew YorkRegular, Full timeHybridDo you want to join one of North America's leading engineering consulting companies? Can you work in a high-demand, fast-paced market that requires high-quality and efficient production? And are you an experienced bridge engineer who would like to take your career to the next level by growing and managing projects? Then, this could be the next adventure in your career.Shape a future where people and societies grow and flourishTo support our North American team, we are looking for a Leading Bridge Engineer to join us. You will be working on exciting infrastructure projects across North America, along with our highly professional team that provides technical expertise, design leadership, project management, and specialized engineering expertise.Your key responsibilities will be to: * Lead project teams in structural analysis, design, evaluation, and preparation of calculations and drawings and also supervise, coordinate, and review the work of other structural engineers * Prepare engineering reports along with standard documents, such as technical specifications, per applicable design codes, and also work plans, schedules, and budgets * Research and review design options for both technical and financial impact * Liaise with other professionals, clients, and third parties as needed * Assist with preparation of proposals and participate in business development activities together with performing other dutiesYour skills. Our team. Together we design the futureThe first step to growth in this role is that you are eager to collaborate with the people around you, whether they are colleagues, partners or customers. Developing ties with others is something you do by acting respectfully and delivering on your promises. And you never get set in your ways, but keep exploring new insights and ways to improve.On top of that, you will have: * Master's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering, with 10-20 years of related experience in Bridge Design and Project Management, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience on design build or capital projects * Have solid technical expertise and experience in the design and construction of complex bridges (cable-stayed, cable supported) and working with modern bridge design codes * Be registered as a Professional Civil Engineer in New Yorkor have the ability to obtain. * Be experienced with 3D structural modeling with analysis software such as CSI Bridge, Sofistik, and ADINA * Conduct site visits during construction and prepare associated observation reports as required * Experience with preparing proposals and leading in business development. * New York agency experience. A place to work and so much moreAt COWI, we work together with our customers to shape a sustainable and livable world. We do it by applying our knowledge and curiosity - and sometimes even our courage - to create the solutions the world needs today to enable a better tomorrow. That is why we say no to fossil-based projects and aspire to have 100 percent of our revenue come from activities that move our customers toward sustainability.We value differences and development and cultivate an environment of belonging and having fun. Because that is what brings out the best in you, at work and at home.With offices primarily located in Scandinavia, the UK, North America, and India, we are currently 7,300 people who offer their knowledge in engineering, architecture, energy, and environment.What we also offer:Being part of the COWI community offers more than just an attractive pay package. We support our staff both in their careers and personal lives.Some of our benefits include:Flexible working arrangement | Top-up parental and childbirth recovery leave | Fantastic close-knit team with a wealth of knowledge to share | Full time hires get minimum 3 week's vacation to start | Floating holiday to celebr

How this job compares

Set against the 3,152 open Structural Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 4, 2026.

Pay
  • This postingNot listed
  • New York median$95–135K/yr114 salary ranges
  • US median$40–50/hr83 hourly ranges
Openings
Olive Jobs lists 160 open Structural Engineer jobs in New York and 3,152 across the US. 4% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
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Experience
This posting asks for at least 10 years of experience; Structural Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for 6 years at the median (2,705 postings).
Education
2,416 of the 3,152 open Structural Engineer jobs (77%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

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