Bridge Project Engineer (Part-Time)

Lead Innovative Bridge Design and Engineering Projects with Fisher Associates

Fisher Associates is actively seeking a Bridge Project Engineer with a Professional Engineer (PE) license to lead bridge design, structural analysis, inspection, and load rating of transportation infrastructure projects. This role is ideal for a Civil or Structural Engineer looking to make a meaningful impact on public infrastructure with a firm known for its technical excellence and innovative approach. As a key member of our civil/structural engineering team, you’ll collaborate on multidisciplinary projects, applying your bridge engineering expertise in a supportive, growth-oriented environment.

If you're a licensed PE with hands-on experience in bridge design, transportation structures, and a passion for building safe, sustainable infrastructure — we want to hear from you.

About Fisher Associates

Fisher Associates is a multidisciplinary design services firm headquartered in Rochester, NY, with eight locations nationwide. The firm provides civil/site engineering, transportation engineering, electrical engineering, landscape architecture, architecture, planning, environmental, surveying, GIS, construction inspection, precast engineering and construction engineering services to public and private sector clients across numerous markets.

Why You’ll Love Working at Fisher

• You are empowered to achieve exceptional results through collaboration and ownership.
• Your voice matters in our inclusive and transparent culture, where accessible leadership genuinely welcomes ideas and feedback.
• Your growth is our priority. We offer clear career paths, tuition assistance, and ongoing learning opportunities to support your development.
• You thrive in a culture that celebrates fun and fosters a relaxed, easy-going atmosphere, so you can bring the best of yourself to work every day.
• Your journey is shaped by a culture of mentorship, where experienced colleagues guide your growth and you, in turn, inspire others.
• Your success is supported by our flexible work environment empowering you to thrive both professionally and personally.

What You’ll Do as a Project Design Engineer

• Lead bridge design, including load rating, structural analysis, and foundation design.
• Develop design plans, specifications, and cost estimates for bridge and transportation structures.
• Maintain detailed records of bridge design documents, reports, and budgets.
• Participate in project planning meetings and align tasks to meet scope, schedule, and budget requirements.
• Support project managers with schedules, documentation, and presentations as needed.
• Ensure designs adhere to state and local standards and safety codes.
• Conduct field inspections and prepare detailed bridge inspection reports and analyze foundation design
• Provide technical support during construction, respond to RFIs and attend site visits.
• Mentor junior staff and support their technical development.

What We Offer

Your Impact Matters, Your Career Thrives. Work on engaging bridge engineering design projects and experience first-hand the positive changes you create in your own community. Engage in diverse and challenging project opportunities that will help you grow and advance your career. We offer competitive salaries and benefits, including:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Plan
• Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance
• Hybrid Work Schedule
• Generous PTO and Paid Holidays
• Strong Work-life Balance
• Shareholders Program
• Professional Development Opportunities and Reimbursement
• Supplemental Benefits Designed for Total Well-being and Financial Security.
• Engage with dynamic groups such as the Community Impact and Fun Committees, Fisher Minds (ERG), and the Employee Advisory Group.

Salary Range $100,000-$130,000

Actual compensation may vary based on relevant experience, qualifications/education, and other factors. The salary range is not necessarily reflective of the actual total compensation that may be earned nor promises any specific pay for any specific employee. Salary range excludes monetary value of benefits.

What You Bring, Your Expertiseas a Project Design Engineer

• B.S. degree in Civil Engineering or a related field, with a Master’s preferred.
• Over 10 years of transportation experience, structures/bridge design experience preferred
• Professional Engineering License (PE) preferred or ability to obtain it.
• Proficiency in MicroStation, STAAD and Bridge Design Software.
• Familiarity withstate DOT design standards(NYSDOT or PennDOT preferred)
• Professional performance standards aligned with Fisher’s Mission, Vision, and Core Values.
• Demonstrated high-quality work and ability to problem solve applying critical thinking, and sound judgment to challenges.
• Driven to take ownership of your projects, prioritize your tasks effectively, and thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment that fosters personal and professional growth.
• Highly adaptable and proactive in meeting deliverables and deadlines
• Dedicated to fostering trust and collaboration through integrity, respect, and active listening in client and team relationships.
• Have a sense of curiosity, always looking for a better way, and a continuous improvement mindset.
• Embrace feedback constructively and use it as an opportunity for growth.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Professional Engineering License (PE) or ability to obtain it.place where all individuals are respected, valued, and empowered to thrive. We do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, race, creed, color, national origin (including ancestry), religion, gender or sex, sexual orientation (including transgender status, gender identity or expression), pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), disability, reproductive health decision making (including, but not limited to, the decision to use or access a particular drug, device, or medical service), marital status, partnership status, caregiver status, domestic violence victim status, familial status, military status, unemployment status, genetic information (including genetic characteristics), citizenship or immigration status, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local laws.