Bridge Management Engineer

At Mott MacDonald, we trust our brilliant people to do brilliant things in engineering, management, and development services, supporting multisector project work in over 150 countries. As one of the largest employee-owned companies in the world, we pride ourselves on our ability to deliver exceptional outcomes through our network of 20,000+ talented consultants. With sustainability and innovation at the heart of all our sectors in North America, including, Buildings, Energy, Transportation, and Water.

We believe in empowering our people to excel, learn, and grow, offering diverse opportunities to contribute to career-defining work. Join us and be part of a collaborative environment where your ambitions are united with ours, and you can truly shape your story.

Mott MacDonald is seeking a motivated bridge engineer to join our team supporting bridge and asset management initiatives for public and private sector clients. This role focuses on bridge management systems, infrastructure data analysis, and transportation asset management planning across North America, with opportunities to collaborate with our global advisory teams.

This position primarily emphasizes bridge management and data-driven decision support rather than detailed structural design. The successful candidate will work alongside experienced engineers and receive mentorship while developing technical and consulting skills.

Candidates with greater levels of relevant experience are encouraged to apply; responsibilities and title may be adjusted based on qualifications and experience. Work Arrangement This position may be structured as hybrid, in-office, or remote depending on project needs and candidate location.

Travel Expectations Travel is not expected frequently for this role; however, occasional travel may be required based on project needs (e.g., client meetings, workshops, or periodic site/field visits). Anticipated travel is typically minimal and will vary depending on assignment.

Role Responsibilities: Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Support bridge management system (BMS) implementations and asset management projects
• Assist with bridge inventory management, preservation planning, and infrastructure data analysis
• Work under the guidance of senior engineers while progressively developing independent problem-solving skills
• Contribute to Transportation Asset Management Plans (TAMPs), risk and resiliency assessments, and strategic investment analyses
• Coordinate with bridge inspectors, software vendors, and internal team members to support project delivery
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, meeting notes, and action items
• Help incorporate safety, sustainability, resiliency, and equity considerations into asset management workflows
• Participate in team meetings and support business development efforts as needed.

Candidate Qualifications: We invite applications from candidates with the following experience:

• Minimum 3 years of experience in bridge engineering, asset management, inspection, or related civil engineering work
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline
• Familiarity with National Bridge Inventory (NBI) data, AASHTO bridge element concepts, or bridge inspection practices is preferred
• Strong Excel skills; exposure to Python programming or data analysis tools is a plus but not required
• Experience with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) or spatial data is a plus
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or progress toward PE licensure preferred
• Excellent written, communication, and teamwork skills

What We Offer:

• Mentorship and training in bridge management tools and consulting practices
• Opportunity to work with a global engineering and advisory consultancy
• Exposure to transportation asset management planning and infrastructure strategy projects
• A collaborative environment supporting professional growth and career development

Benefits & Reward At Mott MacDonald, our employees have a stake and a voice in our business, providing them with a direct connection to our success through our personal and group performance bonuses. We provide a comprehensive benefit package that includes 401k, medical, dental and vision insurance, short-term/long-term disability, paid holidays, PTO, parental leave, and company paid life insurance.

Individual pay is determined based on several factors such as work location, education, experience, and unique skills.

Collaboration at Our Core At Mott MacDonald, we believe great ideas happen when we’re together. Our hybrid approach centers on an in-office culture, with most of your time spent collaborating face-to-face and a minimum of three days per week in the office. We balance flexibility with connection, so you and your manager can choose how to meet client, team, and personal commitments.

Equal opportunity is the law. We seek to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they have the opportunity to contribute.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, creed, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status or disability status.

Location(s):

Arlington, VA, US

Contract Type: Regular (US only)

Work Pattern: Full Time

Market: Various

Discipline: Civil

Job Ref: 13792

Recruiter Contact: Sam Kitchin