Structural Engineer (S.E.) Transportation Bridges

MSA Professional Services • Champaign, IL, US • 24m ago

Overview

Structural Engineer – Bridges

Champaign, Illinois

Overview

MSA Professional Services is seeking a Structural Engineer – Bridges to join our team in Champaign, Illinois. This role is an opportunity for an experienced structural engineer to lead technical design and contribute to bridge replacement, rehabilitation, and transportation structure projects throughout Illinois and the Midwest.

You’ll apply your structural engineering expertise across the planning, design, and construction phases of projects while working closely with Project Managers, clients, and multidisciplinary teams. The role also provides opportunities to mentor developing engineers, participate in client relationships, and take increasing ownership of technical project delivery.

MSA Professional Services is 100% employee-owned, meaning every employee has a direct stake in the success of the company. This ownership mindset drives our collaborative culture, long-term thinking, and commitment to delivering high-quality work for the communities we serve.

Come join the ownership team at MSA!

Employee Testimonial:

"As an employee-owned company (100% ESOP), working at MSA is not just a job. We're genuine co-owners, and this ESOP setup promotes a culture of collaboration and engagement throughout MSA because we all have a direct financial interest as owners."

-Project Engineer Transportation, Cedar Rapids Office

Responsibilities

Bridge Design & Technical Leadership

Lead structural analysis and design for bridge replacement, rehabilitation, and other transportation structure projects
Perform and review engineering calculations, plans, specifications, cost estimates, technical reports, and construction documents
Apply applicable design standards and engineering judgment to develop practical, constructible solutions and ensure quality throughout project delivery
Lead field investigations and provide technical support during construction, including addressing design and construction challenges

Project Delivery

Lead assigned project components with minimal oversight while maintaining responsibility for technical quality, scope, schedule, and budget
Coordinate the work of engineers, designers, and technical staff to deliver consistent, high-quality project documents
Proactively identify technical or project challenges and collaborate with Project Managers and team members to develop solutions
Support QA/QC processes and review technical work completed by junior staff

Client & Team Collaboration

Communicate directly with clients, agencies, contractors, and other project stakeholders to coordinate deliverables and resolve technical issues
Participate in and lead project meetings, presenting technical information and representing MSA professionally
Mentor developing engineers through technical guidance, work review, and ongoing feedback
Contribute to proposals, client development, and opportunities to expand MSA’s bridge and structural work

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related engineering field from an ABET-accredited program required
Structural engineering emphasis preferred

Experience

4+ years of relevant post-graduate structural engineering experience
Bridge design, rehabilitation, inspection, or transportation structures experience strongly preferred

Licensure

Active Structural Engineer (SE) license in the State of Illinois required
Additional state licensure may be required based on project assignments

Why MSA

100% employee‑owned firm with 100+ years of community impact
Collaborative culture with in-house experts for all disciplines across the firm
Flexible work‑life integration
Ongoing learning and professional growth opportunities for all positions
Commitment to fostering a work environment where employees have a strong sense of inclusion and belonging
Included on the "ENR Top 500 Design Firms" for over 27 straight years

Additional Benefits

Eligible employees also receive a comprehensive benefits package, including:

Compensation Range: $79,000–$126,500 (commensurate with experience)
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – As a 100% employee-owned company, eligible employees receive company shares at no cost
Flex Time: Work 42 hours this week? Have 2 hours added to your Flex Time balance to use as time off in the future
401(k) Retirement Plan – Generous employer match that is immediately 100% vested
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance for employees and eligible dependents
Paid Time Off – Minimum of 17 days in the first year
Paid Holidays – 8 holidays annually
Paid Parental Leave – regardless of birth parent
Employer-Paid Insurance – Life, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
Short-Term Incentive Program (STIP) – Annual performance-based bonus opportunity

Equal Opportunity Employer

MSA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

MSA is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact [email protected] so we can assist you.

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