Structural Engineering Lead - Bridge

We are looking for a talented Structural Engineering professional to assist with the growth and leadership of our Structural Engineering team in Missouri. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing firm that places a strong emphasis on fostering a positive workplace culture. The position can be based in St. Louis, St. Charles, or Kansas City.

The ideal candidate for this role will be a Professional Engineer with extensive structural engineering and project management experience working on DOT and/or local agency transportation design projects. We are looking for a structural engineering leader who is passionate about contributing to a thriving work environment, growing and developing a high-performing team, assisting with the growth of our service line, and making a positive impact on the communities we serve. 

Lochmueller Group is a regional engineering consulting firm with an emphasis on infrastructure.  We provide multi-disciplined services for a variety of public agencies and private entities, including transportation design; water resources design; environmental analysis & permitting; construction engineering & inspection; traffic engineering & transportation planning; surveying; and land acquisition & appraisal. Our Structures team focuses on the design, analysis, and inspection of man-made structures such as buildings and bridges with the primary goal of ensuring the integrity, safety, and functionality of our built environment.

For over 40 years, Lochmueller Group has helped communities reinvent their future through thoughtful, actionable planning and design. Our dedication to building a team that demonstrates our corporate values (CARDIA) is what sets us apart:

CARDIA: Means “from the heart” – Creativity; Accountability; Respect; Dedication; Integrity; Achievement

Lochmueller Group provides an excellent workplace culture established by our people who share these values. We are a 100% employee-owned company, and our people are invested in the success and continued development of each other and the firm. This is a great place to build a career and grow with a company that is dedicated to quality and service. 

• Play a key role in the growth, leadership, and development of the Missouri Structural team.
• Establish and maintain relationships with DOT and local agency clients, assisting with business development for the Structural Engineering service line.
• Apply extensive knowledge of principles and practices in broad areas of bridge and transportation structures design.
• Perform as a project manager on DOT and local agency bridge design projects.
• Work on major projects or several major projects of moderate scope with complex features.
• Review complete project documents for conformity and quality assurance.
• Assist senior management and staff as a technical specialist or advisor.
• Prepare scopes of work, budgets, and schedules for assignments.
• Prepare proposals and funding applications.
• As opportunities present themselves this role may also be involved in other various projects and responsibilities.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering; Structural emphasis is helpful
• Professional Engineer (PE)
• 12+ years of Structural Engineering experience with an emphasis on bridge design projects
• Experience with project management and accounting software
• Exceptional organization skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products including: Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work individually or as part of a team

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – Become an employee-owner!
• Rich coverage for major medical insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Basic life insurance (with option for additional voluntary life insurance)
• Short-Term and Long-Term disability insurance
• Generous vacation and sick leave
• Student loan repayment benefit
• Opportunities for flexible scheduling and part-time telecommuting

Lochmueller Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Lochgroup fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected by federal, state, and local laws.