Bridge / Structural Engineer

Bridge / Structural Engineer Mead & Hunt, Inc vision insurance, parental leave, paid time off, sick time, 401(k) United States, South Carolina, Lexington 878 South Lake Drive (Show on map) Apr 10, 2026 Established in 1900, Mead & Hunt is a nationally recognized, employee-owned professional services consulting firm. Our planning, design, and construction services support clients across a wide range of markets, including transportation, water infrastructure, architecture, food and beverage processing, federal, and more. Through innovative methodologies and a people-first culture, we deliver cost-effective solutions that elevate both clients and communities. At Mead & Hunt, our culture is built on taking care of people, doing the right thing, and doing what makes sense. We believe in flexibility, giving back to our communities, and investing in long-term relationships with our employees. Mead & Hunt has a full-time opportunity available for an experienced Bridge Engineer in our Lexington, Charleston or Myrtle Beach, SC office locations.

Key Responsibilities:

Prepare and oversee the preparation of bridge designs, reports, studies, specifications, provisions, and construction documents Prepare engineering and design documents, computations, and quantity estimates Develop probable construction cost estimates for projects Manage bridge projects, including budgets, schedules, and deadlines Perform quality control and quality system tasks in accordance with the quality manual Be responsible for the timely completion of assigned tasks within projects Prepare, analyze, and modify engineering reports and plans Visit project sites to monitor progress and perform routine construction administration Assist with client contact and communication related to specific projects Provide assistance with bridge and other civil engineering projects in other locations, as needed Some travel will be required

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Civil Engineering from an accredited college or university Minimum of 4 years of related experience Professional Engineer (PE) license in any state, with the ability to obtain South Carolina licensure within 6 months of hire

Preferred Qualifications:

Civil engineering and bridge design experience, including plan preparation SCDOT bridge design experience Experience with bridge design software (LEAP products preferred) Drafting software experience (MicroStation preferred; OpenBridge a plus) Experience developing and negotiating scopes of work and fees for bridge design projects Project management and staff management experience Why Mead & Hunt? Strong company culture Employee-owned firm Flexible schedules Robust career advancement, training, and growth opportunities Diverse skillsets under one company Impressive benefits package If you have strong communication and organizational skills, are self-motivated, and can work effectively both independently and as part of a team, please complete the online application process at www.meadhunt.com/careers. Mead & Hunt proudly offers medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off; paid sick leave; parental leave; a 401(k) plan with a generous company match; life and disability insurance; and an employee assistance program. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.