Bridge Design Engineer

This is a rare opportunity to join a globally recognised engineering consultancy with a history stretching back more than 185 years. With expertise across bridges, highways, ports and maritime, tunnels, nuclear, geotechnical, and mechanical and electrical projects, the organisation has delivered some of the world’s most complex and high-profile infrastructure schemes.

Operating in the UK, Ireland, Australia and beyond, the business continues to expand, recently establishing new teams in Ireland, Latvia and Western Australia. Its Australian presence dates back to the 1950s, with current offices in Sydney and Perth supporting major infrastructure, energy and industry projects.

Notable projects include Sydney Metro Northwest Rail Link, Melbourne Metro, Sydney Gateway, and Hay Point port expansions. This is an excellent environment for ambitious professionals seeking to develop their career on challenging and transformative infrastructure projects.

About the role

We’re looking for a motivated Bridge Design Engineer with 3–5 years’ hands-on experience to join our structural/transportation team. You’ll work on the design, analysis and detailing of bridges and associated civil structures for highways, rail and pedestrian projects. This role blends technical design, client-facing communication and coordination with multi-discipline teams.

Key responsibilities

• Design and analyse bridge structures (steel, concrete, composite, and timber as required) from concept through to detailed design.
• Produce calculations, design reports and technical specifications in accordance with relevant codes and client standards.
• Create and check structural models using industry software (finite element and frame/girder analysis).
• Prepare and/or review construction drawings, reinforcement schedules and connection details (using CAD / BIM tools).
• Collaborate with geotechnical, highway, rail, environmental and construction teams to produce coordinated deliverables.
• Attend client meetings, site visits and design workshops; present technical solutions clearly.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to QA/QC checks on designs and deliverables.
• Support tender preparation, cost estimating and programming when required.

Required skills & experience

• 3–5 years’ professional experience in bridge or heavy civil structural design.
• Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (BEng/MEng or equivalent). Chartered or working towards chartership (e.g., CEng/PE) is desirable.
• Practical experience using structural analysis and bridge-specific software (examples: MIDAS Civil, LUSAS, SOFiSTiK, STAAD.Pro, SAP2000, ANSYS, or similar).
• Proficient in CAD and/or BIM tools (AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroStation, Revit).
• Strong knowledge of applicable design codes (e.g., Eurocode/BS, AASHTO, LRFD, relevant national standards). If you have experience with local/regional codes, highlight it.
• Good technical report writing and presentation skills.
• Demonstrable experience producing construction-ready drawings and calculations.
• Excellent verbal communication and teamwork skills.
• Strong problem-solving, attention to detail and time-management skills.