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# Senior Structural Engineer - Bridge and Transportation at AMT Engineering

- **Company:** AMT Engineering
- **Location:** Raleigh, NC
- **Employment:** full-time
- **Work type:** hybrid
- **Posted:** 2026-01-23
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-07
- **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/amtengineering/05af370a-ceb1-4b51-83fd-bad637501597

## Job description

A. Morton Thomas and Associates, Inc. (AMT) is Growing! We are seeking a Senior Structural / Bridge Engineer with 10+ years of relevant experience in analysis and design of new and rehabilitation structures, to join the structural engineering team in our Raleigh, NC or other office locations.

As the successful new hire, you will have strong design and technical skills, manage tasks and projects, mentor younger staff, and lead team members in the design of highway (DOT) and pedestrian bridges; retaining walls; load rating, and other related structures. You will support a wide variety of structural transportation projects for state departments of transportation, county, municipal and private clients and will be offered the opportunity to work on related structures in other states as part of our interoffice staff utilization program. This will allow you to enhance your resume, project experience, knowledge and networking throughout the company, various DOTs, counties, and municipalities.

Our local and corporate teams are focused on partnering with the proper mentors and training opportunities to reach your goals and provide opportunities for career advancement. AMT offers employee ownership, competitive salary, exemplary benefits package that includes a strong 401(k) matching plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, flexible working conditions, educational assistance, in-house training programs, and more.

## Responsibilities

- Serve in a lead technical role on bridge or structural design projects;
- Planning, directing, and monitoring all aspects of mid-to-large multi-discipline projects or medium sized bridge projects with a high degree of technical complexity, involving a diverse project staff;
- Establishes client relations and is involved with marketing, contractual, design, and production meetings;
- Conduct schematic, design development and contractual document work sessions in conjunction with Project Managers, appropriate technical professionals, and other disciplines;
- Ensure project deliverables and supporting documentation are complete, understandable, conform to applicable and reasonable standards relative to their intended purposes, including client and AMT requirements;
- Responsible to coordinate staffing and workload through the entire project development to complete documents on schedule
- Works with Business/Accounting Manager and the Discipline/Managing Director for project reviews;
- Responsible for implementing QA/QC procedures and completing reviews of bridge plans for projects;
- Responsible for execution of training and development for personnel and acts as a mentor/supervisor for less experienced Project Managers; and
- Maintains professional engineering registration.

## Minimum Requirements

- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited institution. Master's degree in Structural Engineering is preferred;
- Professional Engineer (PE) licensure or the ability to obtain via reciprocity within 6 months of hire;
- 10+ years of project and client management experience with significant project experience and client contacts;
- MS Office experience;
- Demonstrated business development and strategic planning skills;
- Good communication, leadership, planning, and mentoring skills;
- Ability to interact with various design teams, have excellent organizational, project management and communication both written and verbal skills; and
- An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture.
- Willingness to perform hands-on bridge condition inspection and comfortable with heights
- Desired proficiency in any of the following software: : LEAP Bridge Enterprise, LARSA 4D, LPile, MDX, Descus, AASHTOWare BrR, Merlin DASH, spColumn, PennDOT software packages, Bentley MicroStation and/or OpenRoads/Bridge software.
- Valid driver's license in good standing
- Ability and willingness to travel as required. Travel is primarily local and typically does not require an overnight stay. Some weekly travel may be required on occasion
- All new hires will be required to successfully complete and pass a pre-employment (post offer) background check
- Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, project managers, supervisors, and other team members.
- Physical Requirements:
- Majority of work is office based. Position requires ability to use standard office equipment. Some field work may be required, which may necessitate navigating unpaved or natural terrain while carrying equipment. Field work includes exposure to extreme heat, cold or inclement weather. Some travel may be required.

Why Join AMT?

At AMT, we understand that our most valuable asset is our staff. For 70 years, we have worked diligently to build a team of talented employees who fully embody our values as an organization – values such as teamwork, integrity, and innovation. Now that we have transitioned into an employee-owned firm, we are excited to place the future of AMT into over 500 sets of dedicated hands.

The AMT Difference

Our company culture is characterized by a workforce that holds the highest standards of ethics and integrity, focused client care, and commitment to AMT's Core Values of safety, respect, integrity, commitment, quality, teamwork. leadership, responsibility, and profitable growth. Operating as an ESOP allows us to reward our dedicated and loyal employees with additional benefits from the company’s stock as well as an incentive to continue building a high-performance ownership culture.

To strengthen and support its employees, AMT invests in programs and processes to sustain an engaging work environment. AMT also recognizes the importance of employee benefits and policies and remains committed to providing programs that are both comprehensive and competitive in the industry.

Competitive Benefit Package

To strengthen and support its employees, its greatest asset, AMT invests in programs and processes to sustain an engaging work environment. AMT also recognizes the importance of employee benefits and policies and remains committed to providing programs that are both comprehensive and competitive in the industry. With AMT, you will get:

- Tiered medical coverage
- Dental/Vision
- 401(k) - Generous 6% Company match!
- Employee Stock Ownership
- Short- and long-term disability
- College savings plan
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Holidays
- Training/Certifications

## About AMT Engineering

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: AMT Engineering (A. Morton Thomas and Associates, Inc.) is a 100% employee-owned civil engineering firm providing multidisciplinary transportation, infrastructure, environmental, surveying, and construction inspection services across the mid-Atlantic and southeastern United States.  
- **Entity Type**: Private (100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan – ESOP)  
- **Headquarters**: Rockville, Maryland, United States  
- **Founded**: 1955  
- **Founders**: Not publicly available (company named after A. Morton Thomas)  

## Core Business
- **Primary industry/industries**: Civil Engineering, Transportation Infrastructure, Environmental & Water Resources, Site & Infrastructure, Surveying/SUE, Construction Engineering & Inspection  
- **Target customers**: Government agencies (federal, state, local) and private corporate entities – B2G and B2B  
- **Mission or purpose**: Not explicitly stated, but core values include teamwork, integrity, and innovation, with a focus on delivering high-quality, sustainable projects that improve communities.  

## Products & Services
All offerings are professional services delivered through five core practices:  
- **Construction Engineering & Inspection (CEI)**: On-site inspection, materials testing, and construction administration for transportation and infrastructure projects.  
- **Transportation**: Roadway, bridge, traffic engineering, and planning services.  
- **Site & Infrastructure**: Land development, site design, stormwater management, and utility coordination.  
- **Environmental & Water Resources**: Environmental assessments, permitting, water/wastewater treatment, and stream restoration.  
- **Surveying/SUE**: Land surveying, subsurface utility engineering, and geospatial services.  

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not disclosed (private, employee-owned)  
- **Key Metric**:  
  - Annual Revenue: Not publicly available (some external estimates suggest ~$3.1M, but official data is not confirmed; the firm has 530+ employees, making that figure likely low).  
  - Total Funding: N/A (no external funding; fully employee-owned)  
  - Infrastructure value delivered: Over $25 billion in constructed highways, bridges, and other infrastructure in the past five years.  
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Employee-owned, so no external investors. Clients include federal and state DOTs, municipal agencies, and private developers.  
- **Growth Signals**:  
  - 23 offices across 9 states + DC  
  - 530+ employees (up from 227 in some external counts, but official site states 530)  
  - Ranked #258 on Engineering News Record’s Top 500 Design Firms list  
  - Recognized as a ZweigGroup Hot Firm and Best Firm to Work For  
  - Multiple Top Workplaces awards from The Washington Post, Baltimore Sun, Virginia Business, and The Daily Record  

## Competitive Advantages
- **100% employee-owned (ESOP)**: Every employee has a direct stake in the firm’s success, aligning incentives and fostering long-term commitment.  
- **65+ years of history**: Established reputation and deep relationships in the mid-Atlantic region.  
- **Award-winning culture**: Consistently named a best place to work, with a collaborative, people-first environment.  
- **Full-service, multidisciplinary approach**: Can handle complex, large-scale projects (up to $1 billion) from design through construction inspection.  
- **Regional expertise**: Extensive knowledge of local regulations, agencies, and project delivery methods.  

## Strategic Focus
- Continue expanding geographic presence in the mid-Atlantic and southeastern US, including federal contracts that extend beyond the region.  
- Invest in employee development and retention through ESOP ownership, career paths, and tuition reimbursement.  
- Maintain and grow its ENR Top 500 status and industry recognition by delivering high-quality, sustainable infrastructure projects.  

## Why Work Here
- **Employee-owned culture**: As an ESOP, employees are co-owners and share in the firm’s success.  
- **Award-winning workplace**: Recognized as a Top Workplace and Best Place to Work – strong emphasis on work-life balance, community, and collaboration.  
- **Benefits**: Comprehensive medical/dental, tuition reimbursement, short/long-term disability, educational reimbursement, career paths, and stock ownership.  
- **Work environment**: Business-casual, collaborative, and supportive. Roles are on-site or hybrid based on position and location.  
- **Growth opportunities**: Access to a wide variety of challenging projects across multiple disciplines, with clear career progression paths.  
- **Diversity and inclusion**: Equal opportunity employer with a strong commitment to non-discrimination.  

## Sources
1. [AMT Careers Page](https://amtengineering.com/careers/)  
2. [AMT – Why Work Here](https://amtengineering.com/careers/why-amt/)  
3. [AMT LinkedIn Profile](https://linkedin.com/company/amt-engineering)  
4. [AMT Lever Jobs Board](https://jobs.lever.co/amtengineering/)  
5. [AMT Frequently Asked Questions](https://amtengineering.com/about/faqs/)

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