Senior Structural (Bridge) Engineer

Company: ATCS
Location: Herndon
Posted on: February 13, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description ATCS is looking for a qualified Senior Bridge Engineer to join our Structural Engineering practice. This role will report out of our Herndon, VA HQ where we offer a flex, hybrid environment. This role will include performing simple and complex analysis, design and documentation of various transportation structures with emphasis on single and multi-span bridges, culverts, retaining walls, foundations, sign structures, and ITS structures. This position will work closely with our Director of Structural Engineering to help expand this discipline companywide. This position will function as a technical leader, will coordinate overall design activities, project submission schedules, and will be responsible for additional Quality Assurance and Quality Control duties to help ensure the final products meet the technical requirements and goals of our clients. Essential Functions & Responsibilities: Performs and checks design calculations, prepares technical specifications, prepares cost estimates and other construction documents and successfully delivers projects to completion Conduct assessments and evaluations of existing structures Develop solutions to challenges presented by the client within budget and schedule Issue reports, schedules, estimates of probable costs Assist with responses to SOIs, RFPs and other pursuits Assist with developing budgets and scopes of work Perform peer reviews and expert reporting Essential Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering Valid Professional Engineering Licensure (P.E.) in Virginia Minimum of 8 years of project engineering experience Well versed in VDOT standards, procedures and specifications Extensive experience with layout & design of bridges and related highway structures Familiarity with rehabilitation of existing bridges and other highway structures Desired Qualifications: Valid multi-State Professional Engineering Licensure (P.E.) in VA. Licenses in surrounding states such as MD, PA, NC, SC and/or NY is a plus Familiarity with design and analysis using various materials including steel, precast and cast-in-place concrete; prestressed and post-tensioned concrete and timber. Essential Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Possesses knowledge of VDOT design software Possesses knowledge/understanding of finite element and 2D/3D modeling program(s) Ability to work independently and as part of a project team Ability to understand complex problems and to collaborate with others to explore alternative solutions Comfortable performing in an environment that requires independent evaluation, judgment and decision making Proficient with Microstation and OpenRoads Our employees are the most critical part of ATCS. For this position, we offer a competitive salary range of $88,000 to $132,000 per year, commensurate with experience and qualifications. The role is also eligible for an annual bonus, with a target 2% of the employee's annualized salary. In addition to compensation, ATCS offers outstanding, employee-focused benefits for you and your family. Full-time employees are eligible for benefits coverage on the first day of the month following their start date. Including, but not limited to: generous personal PTO, inclusive holiday PTO, community involvement PTO, highly customizable medical plan options, excellent dental & vision plans, 401K match up to 3% with immediate vesting, parental leave, STD & LTD, tuition reimbursement, employee assistance program and more. ATCS is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. ATCS is committed to providing equal opportunities and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact Caitlin Crockett, MBA, SPHR at ccrockett@atcs.com .

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