Senior Bridge and Civil Structures Engineer

Arup
Arup

New York, NY, USA

USD 120k-140k / year

Posted on Jul 8, 2026

Joining Arup

Arup’s purpose, shared values, and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 80 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

We collaborate with public and private sector clients to unlock the transformative potential of railways. We offer a broad range of services spanning planning, design, delivery, systems integration, assurance, safety and security assessments, and optimization of railway operation and maintenance performance to unlock the financial value for investors, asset owners, operators and maintainers, while navigating the transition to low carbon and resilient rail. You would be joining our multidisciplinary team focusing on technical excellence and innovative solutions that shape a better future for people and the planet.

As a Senior Engineer in our Bridge, Civil, and Offshore Structures team in our New York office, you will be leading the design of and supporting construction of critical transportation, water, energy, and coastal infrastructure. The team is currently working on large span bridge crossings, architecturally significant pedestrian bridges, and underground stations and structures for various critical transportation and water projects in the Americas. You will have the opportunity to work on landmark projects such as the Francis Scott Key Bridge Replacement, the Arthur Kill Lift Bridge, a variety of MTA rail projects for stations and line structures, and many more.

The Opportunity

· Design structural elements and lead design work on defined tasks under the supervision of a project director.

· Prepare and review drawings detailing the systems designed.

· Develop analysis models and calculations (including scripting, code writing).

· Report writing.

· Project management of single or multidiscipline projects, leading local and regional design teams.

· Management of client interface.

Is this role right for you?

· 6+ years of experience in practice in bridge and/or heavy infrastructure concrete and steel design and engineering.

· Experience working with agencies in the Tri-State area and/or on complex bridge projects is considered an asset.

· PE designation is desired.

· Collaboration demands strong communication skills and excellent planning and organizational abilities, which are vital for our fast-paced setting.

· Must be highly motivated, proactive, and willing to tackle new challenges.

What we offer you

At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.

Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognizes the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

Benefits at Work - At Arup, we have a comprehensive and valuable benefits program that works for our employees and their families while keeping costs low. These benefits provide health and welfare security for you as well as paid time off for rest and renewal. As a member of Arup, everyone shares in our success through a global profit share scheme (payments are dependent on the firm’s financial performance). Our Global Profit Share Plan (paid bi-annually) provides an opportunity for you to share in the success of the Firm. As a valued employee of Arup, you can also choose to participate in our 401(k) plan with up to 10% company match to help you save for your future

Flexible Working - We believe that flexible arrangements create a more inclusive way of working that supports our diversity and the wellbeing of our people. Options for alternative schedules and the ability to work outside of the office for a portion of your workweek are available

New York Hiring Range – Hiring Range - The good faith base salary hiring range for this job if performed in New York is $120,000 - $140,000 per year. This range is commensurate with experience, educational background, and skill level. Benefits are not included in the base salary. Please note hiring ranges for candidates performing work outside of New York will differ.

Different People, Shared Values

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence.

Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup.

Our Application Process

We will be reviewing our candidates for this position on a rolling basis. Once you have applied you will be evaluated and potentially moved on to the next round, at which point a member of the talent resourcing team will reach out to you directly.

Arup is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, spouse of a protected veteran, or disability.

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