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# Bridge Engineer/Project Manager at Lochmueller Group

- **Company:** Lochmueller Group
- **Location:** South Bend, IN
- **Employment:** full-time
- **Work type:** hybrid
- **Posted:** 2026-09-10
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-13
- **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/lochgroup/21e2bcee-4e51-4f26-9cb8-8bcd71c92df2

## Job description

We are looking for a talented Structural Project Engineer / Project Manager to join our Structural Engineering team in Northern Indiana. The ideal candidate will have experience working on local agency and/or DOT bridge design projects, along with a strong technical background in structural engineering. Experience managing projects and tasks is preferred, although candidates interested in developing their project management capabilities while continuing to grow their technical expertise are also encouraged to apply. This is a great opportunity to join a company that is committed to creating a positive workplace culture and providing opportunities to perform meaningful work impacting the future of infrastructure in our communities.

In this position, the candidate will:

- Perform as a project engineer and/or project manager on a variety of DOT and local agency projects related to bridge design.
- Apply advanced, specialized knowledge of principles and practices in broad areas of bridge design.
- Work on a major project or several major projects of moderate scope with complex features.
- Leading the preparation of complete design and construction documents for bridge projects.
- Plan and coordinate aspects of the engineering work.
- Provide bridge inspection services.
- Assist management and staff as a technical specialist or advisor.
- Prepare scopes, budgets, and schedules for assignments.
- Assist with preparation of proposals and funding applications.
- As opportunities present themselves, this role may also be involved in other various responsibilities and projects.

Qualifications for this role:

- Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering; Structural emphasis is helpful
- Professional Engineer (PE)
- 7-10 years of Structural Engineering experience with an emphasis on bridge design projects
- Experience with project management and accounting software is beneficial
- 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

What we offer:

- Health & Wellness: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Basic Life Insurance w/ option for additional Voluntary Life Insurance
- Work/Life Balance: Vacation, Holidays, Sick Leave, Parental Leave, Flexible Scheduling & Telecommuting Opportunities)
- Wealth-Building: 401k w/ company match, Student Loan Repayment Benefit, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), Competitive Compensation Package
- Professional Benefits: Professional Membership Dues, Career & Educational Development

Why Join Us?

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.

Lochmueller Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Lochgroup fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. All qualified applicants 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.

## About Lochmueller Group

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: An employee-owned, full-service civil engineering and environmental consulting firm serving public and private clients across the Midwest and Texas.
- **Entity Type**: Private (100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan – ESOP since 2019)
- **Headquarters**: Evansville, Indiana, United States
- **Founded**: 1980
- **Founders**: Not publicly named

## Core Business
- **Primary Industry**: Civil Engineering, Surveying, Planning, Environmental Services
- **Target Customers**: Government agencies (state DOTs, municipalities), private developers, and infrastructure clients (B2G/B2B)
- **Mission/Purpose**: To improve the quality of life for communities and clients through thoughtful, actionable planning and design, while maintaining a people-first culture grounded in the CARDIA values (Creativity, Accountability, Respect, Dedication, Integrity, Achievement).

## Products & Services
- **Roadway & Highway Engineering**: Design of neighborhood streets to new interstates in urban and rural settings.
- **Bridge Design & Inspection**: Vertical structures, historic bridges, overpasses, interchanges, and railroad bridges.
- **Traffic Engineering & Planning**: Multi-modal planning, feasibility studies, traffic signals, ITS design, travel demand modeling.
- **Water Resources**: Drinking water, stormwater, and wastewater engineering.
- **Environmental Services**: NEPA studies, ecological restoration, cultural resources, endangered species monitoring, permitting.
- **Surveying & Geotechnical**: Topographic, wetland mitigation, GPS control, construction layout surveys.
- **Right-of-Way & Land Acquisition**: Abstracts, appraisals, negotiations, and compliance.
- **Construction Inspection & Oversight**: On-site quality assurance for infrastructure projects.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation**: Not disclosed (employee-owned, no external valuation)
- **Key Metric**: Employee count of ~322 (as of 2026, +3.1% YoY) | Annual revenue not publicly available (LinkedIn estimate of $3.9M appears unreliable given headcount)
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: No external investors; 100% ESOP. Recognized by Engineering News-Record (ENR) as one of the Top 500 Design Firms.
- **Growth Signals**: Expanded to ten offices across seven states (Indiana, Illinois, Missouri, Texas, etc.); growing presence in Texas; consistent headcount growth; certified as a Great Place to Work®.

## Competitive Advantages
- **100% Employee-Owned (ESOP)**: Every eligible employee shares in company growth and retirement wealth, fostering long-term commitment and alignment.
- **Full-Service Integration**: From early planning and environmental work through design, right-of-way, and construction oversight – reduces handoffs and improves project outcomes.
- **Strong Culture & Values**: CARDIA framework (Creativity, Accountability, Respect, Dedication, Integrity, Achievement) drives decision-making and client relationships.
- **Midwest/Texas Footprint**: Deep local knowledge and relationships across multiple states, with a reputation for quality and reliability.

## Strategic Focus
- **Growth in Texas**: Actively expanding operations and hiring in Texas (e.g., Edwardsville, IL office also serves Texas projects).
- **Talent Development**: Investing in internships, mentorship programs, and professional development to build the next generation of industry professionals.
- **Client Relationships**: Emphasizing personalized, long-term partnerships over transactional project work.
- **ESOP Maturation**: Continuing to strengthen the employee-ownership model as a retention and performance tool.

## Why Work Here
- **Employee Ownership**: ESOP provides a direct stake in company success; vesting schedule rewards tenure (100% vested at year six).
- **Work-Life Balance**: Flexible schedules, telecommuting, Personal Time Off, sick days, vacation purchase program, maternity/paternity leave.
- **Comprehensive Benefits**: Medical/dental/vision, free telehealth, gym credits, Employee Assistance Program, life and disability insurance.
- **Wealth Building**: 401(k) with employer match, ESOP, student loan repayment assistance, annual performance bonus.
- **Professional Growth**: On-site training, mentorship, education reimbursement, professional membership fees, off-site networking.
- **Culture**: Collaborative, respectful, and innovative environment; certified Great Place to Work®; focus on employee well-being.
- **Office Locations**: Ten offices across the Midwest and Texas – most roles offer hybrid or remote flexibility depending on position.

## Sources
1. [Lochmueller Group About Page](https://www.lochgroup.com/about)
2. [Lochmueller Group Careers Page](https://www.lochgroup.com/careers)
3. [Lochmueller Group Job Listings (Lever)](https://jobs.lever.co/lochgroup)
4. [Lochmueller Group LinkedIn Profile](https://linkedin.com/company/lochmueller-group)
5. [Great Place to Work Certification](https://www.greatplacetowork.com/certified-company/7023081)

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