Structural Bridge Engineer - Portland, Maine at Ljb Inc. in South Portland, ME | USD81,000-120,000 | Kablio

Role

Description

bridge coordination

structural design

technical docs

project scheduling

team mentoring

structural analysis

Lead bridge projects as the Bridge Task Coordinator, managing project schedules, tasks, and deliverables, ensuring alignment with client goals and deadlines.
Mentor junior engineers and perform quality control for structural/bridge plan sets.
Mentor junior engineers, fostering professional development while overseeing quality control for bridge design and plan sets.
Develop technical memorandums, specifications, feasibility studies, evaluations, and reports, and contribute to proposal development.
Provide structural bridge design and plan production support to teams across different office locations.
Collaborate with a team on structural analysis and design of various bridge types, including steel beams, prestressed concrete beams, concrete slabs, pedestrian bridges, culverts, retaining walls, grade separations, stream crossings, bridge hydraulic analysis, rehabilitation, feasibility studies, structure type studies, load ratings, railroad bridges, and design-build projects.

Requirements

bridge design

5-10 yrs

pe license

aashto lrfd

microstation

project management

High attention to detail and commitment to quality control in all project phases.
5-10 years of hands-on bridge/culvert design experience, with a strong background in the full lifecycle of bridge projects
Maine PE license is a plus; successful candidates must have or be able to obtain a PE within 1 year of hire.
Ability to mentor and guide junior engineers effectively.
Required: Bachelor’s or Masters degree in Civil Engineering required. Structural emphasis preferred.
Established relationships with Maine DOT, municipalities, and other state DOTs are preferred.
In-depth knowledge of AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications and the Manual for Bridge Evaluation.
Experience with CAD plan development, MicroStation/ORD preferred.
Strong project management skills, including the ability to manage schedules, budgets, and client expectations.
Direct experience with Maine DOT bridge design and a thorough understanding of Maine DOT design guidelines, procedures, and plan preparation.

Benefits

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Training + Development

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Interview process

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Visa Sponsorship

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Security clearance

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Company

Overview

1966 Founded

Year of Establishment

The firm was established in 1966 by Lockwood, Jones & Beals.

#300 Ranked

ENR Top 500 Design Firms

Ranked #300 on ENR’s 2025 Top 500 Design Firms list.

The firm expanded from Midwest roots into a national engineering consultancy.
It pioneered Midwest tilt‑up concrete in 1970 and later designed the world’s largest tilt‑up structure in Texas.
Its portfolio spans buildings, roads, water systems, and fall protection, including early bridge and roundabout projects in Ohio.
LJB delivers cost‑efficient structural design—especially tilt‑up, concrete, steel and wood structures—across North America, with licenses in all 50 states and Canada.
Safety by Design fall protection services grew from a 1994 project with GSA into a nationally recognized training and consulting arm.
Typical projects include large industrial facilities, airports, healthcare buildings, federal and municipal infrastructure, including iconic bridges and civil works.
Through strategic acquisitions of water resources and civil/survey firms, the firm continues expanding its sector depth and geographic reach.

Culture + Values

Integrity defines us – We exhibit integrity when we keep our promise to deliver the best value.
Quality distinguishes us – Quality and plan accuracy is our commitment to our clients.
Service fulfills us – Our journey to improve the quality of life calls us to do 'whatever it takes' to satisfy our clients.
A Supportive Work Environment – We speak freely, have the liberty to explore new ideas and ask questions others don’t ask; mutual respect inspires collaboration and creativity.
A Focus on Professional Development – Through cross‑training, diverse client exposure, mentoring and continuing education.
An Appreciation for Work‑Life Balance – Flexibility, family friendliness and support for personal passions allow employees to be wholly who they are.
A Spirit of Curiosity – Intellectual curiosity to understand core client needs and provide practical, creative innovations.
A Sense of Community – Each employee is a steward of the community and its culture, shaping how it looks and feels.

Environment + Sustainability

Employee‑run Sustainability Committee – promotes responsible stewardship through education, events and initiatives like community gardens.
Offers Environmental Services such as wetland assessment, stormwater planning, habitat surveys, mitigation planning, water quality sampling, pollution/waste‑stream inventory.
Provides Occupational and Environmental Health Services including air/water/soil sampling, hazardous‑materials programs (EPA), radon, thermal stress, radiation, ergonomic evaluations.
Facilitates WELL Health‑Safety Rating certification – assessments, emergency plan development, facility operations protocols and third‑party IWBI verification.

Inclusion & Diversity

Committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees are valued.
Makes employment decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other protected status.

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Role

Description

bridge coordination

structural design

technical docs

project scheduling

team mentoring

structural analysis

Lead bridge projects as the Bridge Task Coordinator, managing project schedules, tasks, and deliverables, ensuring alignment with client goals and deadlines.
Mentor junior engineers and perform quality control for structural/bridge plan sets.
Mentor junior engineers, fostering professional development while overseeing quality control for bridge design and plan sets.
Develop technical memorandums, specifications, feasibility studies, evaluations, and reports, and contribute to proposal development.
Provide structural bridge design and plan production support to teams across different office locations.
Collaborate with a team on structural analysis and design of various bridge types, including steel beams, prestressed concrete beams, concrete slabs, pedestrian bridges, culverts, retaining walls, grade separations, stream crossings, bridge hydraulic analysis, rehabilitation, feasibility studies, structure type studies, load ratings, railroad bridges, and design-build projects.

Requirements

bridge design

5-10 yrs

pe license

aashto lrfd

microstation

project management

High attention to detail and commitment to quality control in all project phases.
5-10 years of hands-on bridge/culvert design experience, with a strong background in the full lifecycle of bridge projects
Maine PE license is a plus; successful candidates must have or be able to obtain a PE within 1 year of hire.
Ability to mentor and guide junior engineers effectively.
Required: Bachelor’s or Masters degree in Civil Engineering required. Structural emphasis preferred.
Established relationships with Maine DOT, municipalities, and other state DOTs are preferred.
In-depth knowledge of AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications and the Manual for Bridge Evaluation.
Experience with CAD plan development, MicroStation/ORD preferred.
Strong project management skills, including the ability to manage schedules, budgets, and client expectations.
Direct experience with Maine DOT bridge design and a thorough understanding of Maine DOT design guidelines, procedures, and plan preparation.

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

1966 Founded

Year of Establishment

The firm was established in 1966 by Lockwood, Jones & Beals.

#300 Ranked

ENR Top 500 Design Firms

Ranked #300 on ENR’s 2025 Top 500 Design Firms list.

The firm expanded from Midwest roots into a national engineering consultancy.
It pioneered Midwest tilt‑up concrete in 1970 and later designed the world’s largest tilt‑up structure in Texas.
Its portfolio spans buildings, roads, water systems, and fall protection, including early bridge and roundabout projects in Ohio.
LJB delivers cost‑efficient structural design—especially tilt‑up, concrete, steel and wood structures—across North America, with licenses in all 50 states and Canada.
Safety by Design fall protection services grew from a 1994 project with GSA into a nationally recognized training and consulting arm.
Typical projects include large industrial facilities, airports, healthcare buildings, federal and municipal infrastructure, including iconic bridges and civil works.
Through strategic acquisitions of water resources and civil/survey firms, the firm continues expanding its sector depth and geographic reach.

Culture + Values

Integrity defines us – We exhibit integrity when we keep our promise to deliver the best value.
Quality distinguishes us – Quality and plan accuracy is our commitment to our clients.
Service fulfills us – Our journey to improve the quality of life calls us to do 'whatever it takes' to satisfy our clients.
A Supportive Work Environment – We speak freely, have the liberty to explore new ideas and ask questions others don’t ask; mutual respect inspires collaboration and creativity.
A Focus on Professional Development – Through cross‑training, diverse client exposure, mentoring and continuing education.
An Appreciation for Work‑Life Balance – Flexibility, family friendliness and support for personal passions allow employees to be wholly who they are.
A Spirit of Curiosity – Intellectual curiosity to understand core client needs and provide practical, creative innovations.
A Sense of Community – Each employee is a steward of the community and its culture, shaping how it looks and feels.

Environment + Sustainability

Employee‑run Sustainability Committee – promotes responsible stewardship through education, events and initiatives like community gardens.
Offers Environmental Services such as wetland assessment, stormwater planning, habitat surveys, mitigation planning, water quality sampling, pollution/waste‑stream inventory.
Provides Occupational and Environmental Health Services including air/water/soil sampling, hazardous‑materials programs (EPA), radon, thermal stress, radiation, ergonomic evaluations.
Facilitates WELL Health‑Safety Rating certification – assessments, emergency plan development, facility operations protocols and third‑party IWBI verification.

Inclusion & Diversity

Committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees are valued.
Makes employment decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other protected status.

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Careers

Projects

About Us