Senior Bridge Engineer

Company: Olsson
Location: Overland Park
Posted on: February 18, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Company Description We are Olsson. We engineer and design solutions that improve the world around us. As a company, we promise to always be responsive, transparent, and focused on results – for our people, our clients, and our company. We're a people-centric firm, so it's no surprise our greatest asset is our people. The impact this creates is an environment that encourages our people to grow and be creative with their talents. This approach builds a culture that is uniquely Olsson. It allows us to grow our people as we grow our business. This, in turn, creates a lasting impact on the world around us. Job Description Our Bridge group works on a wide range of projects including bridge and retaining walls, dams, storm and traffic structures, inspections, rehabilitations, load ratings, and assisting with construction engineering services. We facilitate designs on transportation projects that include grade separations, interchanges, and stream crossings for public and private clients throughout the Midwest. As a Senior Engineer, you will spearhead technical excellence, serving as the lead engineer and trusted advisor on intricate projects. Your responsibilities will extend to providing high-level technical design, overseeing quality assurance/control, and managing projects with a keen eye on scope, schedule, and budget. You will not only review contracts and champion efficiency in producing top-notch work but will also curate technical resources, fostering an environment of continuous improvement. There will also be opportunity to provide guidance to less experienced staff, contribute to team building, and engage in client relations Primary Responsibilities Provides high-level project design and review of project documents and design quality for complex projects. Serves as a technical specialist, applying advanced engineering concepts and developing approaches to solve for complexities. Performs QA/QC and ensures delivery of completed designs meets quality standards and project objectives. Conducts research in areas of considerable scope and complexity. Advises and directs staff on design approaches to fulfill project requirements. Works collaboratively to promote efficiencies and produce high quality work. Contributes to the development of standards and/or guidelines for engineering activities within the team. Supervises, mentors, and reviews technical assignments of less experienced staff. Qualifications You are passionate about: Working collaboratively with others. Having ownership in the work you do. Using your talents to positively affect communities. You bring to the team: Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering required (Master's degree a plus). Professional Engineer (PE) license required. Minimum of 8 years of experience in bridge and/or structural engineering. Experience delivering projects for MoDOT, including familiarity with agency standards, specifications, and procedures, preferred. Strong technical knowledge of bridge design, inspection, rehabilitation, and applicable codes and standards. Proficiency with AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications. Experience using bridge analysis and design software such as LARSA, LEAP Bridge Enterprise, LPile, SPColumn, and/or MDX. Working knowledge of MicroStation for plan development and review. Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills with the ability to collaborate across disciplines. LI-DNI Additional Information Olsson specializes in engineering and design, client advisory services, planning, field services, and environmental. Improving the world has been our mindset from the very beginning, back when Olsson first opened for business in 1956. And it will be our mindset for years to come. As an Olsson employee, you will: Receive a competitive 401(k) match Be empowered to build your career with tailored development paths Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles In addition, full-time employees will receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.) and the opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance. Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, military status, or other protected status. Olsson understands the importance of privacy and is committed to protecting job applicants' personal information. Pursuant to the California Consumer Privacy Act, as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act (collectively, the "CCPA"), this notice explains Olsson's practices regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information for job applicants residing in California. Please read this Notice carefully to understand our privacy practices. For more information about the types of information we collect and how we use it in connection with your general access and use of our website, please review our general California Privacy Notice here.

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