Structures (Bridge) Design Engineer

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Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, US on site Until 8/21/2026 H-1B sponsor history First posted March 10, 2026 Last posted March 10, 2026
Job description

CDR Maguire Engineering delivers solutions that move people, and we are looking for a Structural/Bridge Design Engineer to join our Transportation Engineering Division in our Mechanicsburg, PA office. This role will be responsible for performing a variety of complex design and plan preparation functions with limited supervision and guidance, including engineering computations, cost estimates, checking, report writing, etc.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  • Perform structural engineering design tasks as assigned by Project Manager, including preparing engineering calculations, quantities, sketches, layout drawings, etc.
  • Perform bridge related geometry, including COGO geometry.
  • Promote excellent internal and external client service throughout the organization.
  • Perform structural engineering design functions with minimal supervision, guidance, including engineering computations, report writing, etc.
  • Participate in visits to project sites, project status meetings and public meetings.
  • May perform bridge inspection as abilities permit.
  • Keep up to date with new design technology, constructions equipment and advancements.
  • Provide support to other offices as needed.

OTHER PRINCIPAL DUTIES:

  • Other duties that may arise from time-to-time and/or are commensurate with the title and position.
  • Travel as required and as it relates to above duties or as directed by supervisor.
  • Attend training prerequisites as provided by the Company.

CDR Maguire is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V and EO/AAN/D. Must be able to work in the United States to apply.

Requirements

  • B.S. Degree in Engineering or related field, Master’s degree preferred.
  • 3+ years of related experience. 5+ preferred.
  • Experience working on PennDOT projects.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) licensed in the State of Pennsylvania required or ability to obtain in six (6) months preferred.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with ownership, management, co-workers, customers, vendors, contractors, partners, and other stakeholders.
  • Applied knowledge of applicable local, state, and federal statutes and guidelines with respect to field.
  • Knowledge of general structural engineering.
  • Knowledge of clients’ design procedures, specifications, and plan presentation format.
  • Knowledge of design manuals, standards, and specifications.
  • Skilled in using relevant software as needed, including but not limited to, Bentley MicroStation CADD, Inroad’s, Autodesk AutoCAD, Civil 3D, “MATHCAD”, STAAD II and Bluebeam.
  • Ability to solve complex level engineering problems.

About CDR|M:

CDR Maguire delivers engineering consulting services, emergency management solutions, and disaster health and medical services. Founded in 1938, the firm has grown with offices across the nation. Serving clients in New England, Pennsylvania, and Florida, CDR Maguire Engineering is a full-service infrastructure consulting firm that operates at the intersection of innovation and alternative project delivery solutions. Partnering with clients to solve their most complex challenges, CDR Maguire Engineering provides a full continuum of services, including project and program management, transportation design, and construction engineering management and inspection.

Benefits

CDR Maguire provides employees competitive benefits packages and the resources to develop and succeed in both their professional and personal lives. We support employees and their eligible family members with a comprehensive benefits program, which provides variety and flexibility to meet individual needs.

CDR offers exciting projects to work on, flexible hybrid schedule and career progression opportunities.

About this role

Summary

Design and analyze bridges and structural systems, perform inspections, and support project management.

Job title

Structures (Bridge) Design Engineer

Experience level

3+ years

Industry

engineering

Location requirements

Mechanicsburg, PA; remote work not specified

Salary

Not specified

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

engineering calculationsPennDOT projectsPE licenseAutoCADCivil 3DSTAAD IIMicroStation

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

bridge designstructural engineeringgeometrical designengineering calculations
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Mechanicsburg, PA, USA

On-site City