Bridge Design Engineer

Shaffer, Johnston, Lichtenwalter & Associates, Inc. is looking for an experienced engineer for a permanent position as a Bridge Design Engineer in our Mansfield office. A Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering with Ohio P.E. registration (or ability to quickly gain such) and experience in the design of the following is desired:

Superstructure Types

  • Continuous reinforced concrete slabs
  • Multiple-span precast prestressed concrete box beams
  • Multiple-span precast prestressed concrete I-beams
  • Continuous composite constant-depth steel plate girders


Pier Types

  • Cap and column
  • T-type (or “Hammerhead”)
  • Wall-type


Abutment Types

  • Stub
  • Integral
  • Semi-Integral
  • Wall-type or Retaining Wall over 20 ft. tall


Foundation Types

  • Multiple-row Piles
  • Spread Footing
  • Drilled Shaft

The successful candidate should be familiar with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation and OpenRoads. Familiarity with Merlin-Dash and PSBeam superstructure design programs or HEC-RAS hydraulic design programs are also a plus.

For 70 years our firm has been engaged principally in the fields of Civil Engineering and Land Surveying providing planning, design, and construction engineering services. Our clients include municipalities, counties, and various departments of the State of Ohio, along with
industry, developers, architects, and the general public. We offer liberal benefits including health and life insurance and a 401(k) retirement plan with partial company matching. Salary is negotiable based on experience. We are an equal-opportunity employer. Minorities and women are encouraged to apply. Send résumé with references to:

Shaffer, Johnston, Lichtenwalter & Associates, Inc.
Attn.: Jeffrey S. Kennedy, PE,
909 S. Main St.
Mansfield, OH 44907

Email: jkennedy@sjl-inc.com

Phone: 419-756-7302