Principal Bridge Engineer

Overview

Lead bridge design and project management for Texas infrastructure projects

Key Responsibilities

• cost estimating
• contract planning
• proposal writing
• quality assurance
• design scheduling
• code compliance

Tasks

-Develop contract specifications and construction cost estimates. -Organize and develop contract plans. -Directs proposal efforts for pursuits and writes assigned sections of proposals. -Implementing rigorous Quality Assurance/Quality Control procedures. -Supervise, coordinate, and review the work of other engineers and designers. -Responsible for the successful completion of projects under his/her direction. -Ensure proper codes and standards are being used on projects. -Plan, schedule and execute design work. -Assist with pursuits of highway and transportation projects. -Provide staff with guidance and assistance on projects coordinating various disciplines. -As a seller-doer, participates in BD activities for pursuit of design and construction support opportunities. -Work with other project managers and Sector Managers to establish contract scopes of work, budgets, production work plans, and schedules.

Requirements

• civil eng
• pe license
• design software
• bridge design
• project mgmt
• 15+ yrs

What You Bring

TYLin is seeking a Principal Bridge Engineer for the Texas Bridge Sector. The position requires experience as a Lead Design Engineer and a Project Engineer for State and local agency projects, and design/build contractors, with transportation structures (bridges, tunnels, walls, etc.). Experience should include technical expertise in design of bridge and other transportation structures, plans production, specifications, cost estimates, and the ability to manage projects / clients, supervise production, and provide day-to-day technical guidance, supervision and career mentoring to entry level staff. The engineering duties are comprehensive, and include design, planning and scheduling of engineering work, client contacts and performing more advanced designs. -Requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering with emphasis in structural design. -Successful experience managing design projects and design teams using analysis software. -Experience with Washington, local and state procedures strongly preferred. -Demonstrated experience of collaboration in a diverse and inclusive team, working together toward technical excellence. -Demonstrated Deputy Project Management experience required. -PE license required and at least 15+ years of design and construction experience required. -Ability to create budgets and maintain them by proactively managing the design team. -Advanced knowledge of design and analysis software required. -Strong commitment to innovation by creating new and better ways to solve clients’ toughest challenges. -Ability to prepare comprehensive engineering reports. -Project Manager and client interface on Infrastructure related projects. -Strong communication skills both written and oral. -Master’s Degree in Structural Engineering preferred but not mandatory.

Benefits

We encourage all candidates to explore our total rewards offering. TYLin offers a comprehensive total rewards package. Our benefits may include extensive medical, disability and life insurance coverage, continuing education benefits, paid time off, employee assistance program and a retirement savings plan with company matching contributions.

About Tylin

-Began as a two-person engineering consultancy. -Engineered iconic projects including long-span prestressed bridges, airport terminals, highways, rail systems, and water infrastructure. -Carved a niche in specialty infrastructure—bridges, aviation, marine, transit, buildings, and water—and grew through acquisitions like Silman and Greeley & Hansen. -Recent standout projects include the San Francisco–Oakland Bay Bridge eastern span, Hoover Dam Bypass Bridge, Champlain Bridge in Montreal, and major metro lines in Panama. -Narrative is one of technical innovation—including prestressed concrete, seismic resilience, and BIM integration—woven into real-world application. -Evolved from a bridge specialist into a multidisciplinary infrastructure powerhouse, combining deep roots with a future-focused vision.

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