Senior Structures Engineer

Senior Structures Engineer – Great Plains Region

Bring your bridge and structural design expertise to a team that values balance, collaboration, and innovation.This senior-level opportunity offers leadership on impactful transportation projects across the Midwest — from elegant roadway bridges to vital rail structures.

What You’ll Do

Lead bridge and structural design projects ranging from small drainage structures to large multi-span bridges

Serve as senior project engineer and client contact — leading meetings, interviews, and presentations

Support construction by reviewing submittals, responding to RFIs, and conducting field visits

Manage project budgets, scopes, and internal team forecasting

Guide structural design efforts for complex transportation projects

Maintain quality standards and contribute to continuous improvement

What We’re Looking For

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Transportation Engineering (Master’s preferred)

10–15 years of bridge or structural design experience (bridges, retaining walls, foundations, culverts)

Advanced use of structural analysis and design software

Familiarity with AASHTO standards and procedures

Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Nebraska, Iowa, or South Dakota

Experience in concrete and steel girder bridge design; rail structure experience a plus

Compensation

$135,000 – $160,000 annually.  Final offer based on skills, qualifications, and experience.

Benefits & Perks

Designed to support your well-being, growth, and work-life balance

Medical / RX, HSA, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability (many premiums fully covered)

Generous vacation and sick leave programs

401(k) with employer match + profit sharing

Flexible schedules & remote options (role dependent)

Tuition reimbursement & career development support

Adoption assistance & certification reimbursement

Annual bonus eligibility

Join a culture that celebrates teamwork, community involvement, and professional growth.

Confidential resumes can be submitted to melissa.rich@gogpac.com for consideration.

All calls can be directed to Melissa Rich at 816.394.9449.   Let's connect!

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

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