Project Engineer - Bridges - Tighe & Bond Inc

Where would you step in? 
As a valuable member of our Bridge team, you will step in at the critical point where design expertise meets project execution. You’ll lead bridge design efforts, manage bid documents, oversee inspections, and ensure quality control while supporting junior staff to drive project success from concept to completion. You could sit in our Middletown or Shelton, Connecticut offices. We are open to considering any of our New England offices. We offer a hybrid work environment and flexible Fridays in the summer. 

Our Bridge Group and Projects
Our experienced bridge design team specializes in condition assessments, structural analysis, design, construction support, and asset management. Our engineers handle everything from fieldwork and detailed drawings to complex calculations, while also working closely with clients on public engagement initiatives. With a full suite of in-house expertise, we address every aspect of a bridge project, collaborating with specialists in geotechnical engineering, environmental permitting, and hydraulic analysis. We support a wide range of clients, including state DOTs, regional and municipal governments, and private developers, ensuring seamless project delivery from start to finish.

What will you be doing? 
You will be responsible for leading the design process, including calculations and drawing development, and preparing bid documents such as technical specifications and cost estimates. You'll conduct inspections, produce detailed reports, and perform quality control (QC) reviews to ensure design accuracy. Additionally, you'll be involved in construction administration tasks such as shop drawing review, record plan creation, and overseeing project execution. You’ll also play a key role in mentoring junior staff, helping guide their professional growth and development within the team. Strong communication skills are necessary for client correspondence, presenting to regulatory agencies, and contributing to public meetings.

What do you need? 
You will need a degree in Civil Engineering with a focus on structural design, along with seven or more years of experience; a Master's in Structural/Bridge Design is preferred. A PE license is required. You'll need strong technical skills, including familiarity with design software like AutoCAD, Microstation, and structural modeling tools. Experience with DOT processes (MassDOT, CTDOT, NHDOT) and knowledge of state and federal bridge design codes are essential.

Ways to grow your career
We offer tuition reimbursement, internal training opportunities, professional membership reimbursement, conference attendance and networking opportunities. We also offer a clear career path progression.

What is the culture like? 
We are fully committed to the well-being of our employees, communities, and environment. Our inclusive culture is supportive and flexible so everyone can thrive. We genuinely like each other and enjoy events like our annual company-wide summer Lobsterfest, holiday parties, ball games, and other office activities. Giving back is also very important at Tighe & Bond; we demonstrate our commitment by providing multiple scholarships and encouraging employees to earn more PTO by participating in our award-winning Make a Difference community service program.  

Your financial future and wellness  
Our benefits consistently receive top marks from our employees, and they are designed for all generations, including a unique student loan repayment assistance program. We offer up to $1,000 in wellness incentives and reimbursements each plan year, including up to $400 in rewards through completing wellness activities throughout the year and up to $600 in fitness, mind & body, and weight-loss program reimbursements. We also offer two medical plan options including a generous PPO and an HSA eligible plan with employer contribution, dental, eye care, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, 8 holidays, PTO, optional legal insurance, discounted pet insurance, adoption assistance, spot awards, scholarships for employees’ college students, paid parental leave, Leadership in Safety awards, and recruitment and referral incentives. Project Engineer salaries are determined based on internal equity and market analysis and will vary based on the candidate’s skill and experience; the salary range for this position is $91,000 - $120,000. As an employee-owned company, we also offer generous year-end bonuses and robust deferred income benefits to help you build wealth through our matching 401(k), ESOP, and annual profit sharing. 

More about Tighe & Bond 
We are a thriving, employee-owned engineering, design, and environmental consulting firm. In addition to being a top ten ENR New England Design Firm, we’ve been recognized as the 2023 Employer of the Year from SMPS Boston, ranked first in the Engineering and Environmental Services categories in Banker & Tradesman's "Best of" competition in 2022, and have been honored twice with the PSMJ Circle of Excellence award. With a team of over 500 designers, planners, scientists, and engineers, we offer creative solutions for land use, infrastructure, and building design, including addressing crucial challenges related to water resources, transportation, and both the built and natural environment throughout the Northeast. We are committed to growth, exceptional service, and designing for a more sustainable future.

Equal Opportunity Employer 
We are an equal opportunity employer and affords equal opportunity to all applicants and employees for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected under local, state, or federal laws.