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System One · 1 month ago

Senior Structural Bridge Engineer

positionColumbia, SC
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
senioritySenior Level, Lead/Staff
date8+ years exp

System One is seeking a Senior Structural Bridge Engineer to join a high-performing transportation design team in Columbia, SC. In this role, you will take ownership of complex bridge and structural design projects, lead design tasks, guide junior staff, and play a critical succession role for the future of the bridge group.

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Responsibilities

Lead structural and bridge design projects from concept through final plans
Perform advanced analysis using OpenBridge Designer, Merlin, CSI Bridge, or similar software
Apply AASHTO LRFD and state DOT guidelines/standards to deliver accurate, compliant designs
Manage task planning, scheduling, and workload distribution across engineering teams
Provide mentorship, training, and technical oversight to junior and mid-level staff
Serve as a 'boots-on-the-ground' engineer when needed—providing field support, inspections, and real-time engineering insights
Collaborate with project managers, clients, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure technical quality and timely delivery
Prepare to move into a senior leadership role as part of a planned succession path

Qualification

Bridge design experienceOpenBridge DesignerAASHTO LRFD standardsProfessional Engineer licenseMentoring skillsMicrosoft Office SuiteAnalytical skillsVerbal communication

Required

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering
South Carolina Professional Engineer (P.E.) license or ability to obtain within 1 year
Strong verbal communication and analytical/problem-solving skills
Proficiency with structural design tools such as OpenBridge Designer, Merlin, CSI Bridge, or equivalent
Familiarity with AASHTO LRFD and state DOT design standards and guidelines
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Valid driver's license

Preferred

10+ years of progressive bridge design experience strongly preferred
Candidates with 8+ years and strong bridge portfolios will also be considered
Experience designing at least 20 bridges (ideal candidates will have 30+)

Company

System One

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System One is a professional staffing firms.
dateFounded in 2008
location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA
people-size5001-10000 employees
web-link
http://www.systemoneservices.com

H1B Sponsorship

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2023 (9)
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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$301.8M
Key Investors
TruistOaktree Capital ManagementProspect Capital Corporation
2021-01-28Debt Financing· $290M
2020-12-08Private Equity
2016-09-20Acquired

Leadership Team

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Troy Gregory
Chief Executive Officer
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Dan Moran
Chief Financial Officer
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