Bridge Engineer Jobs in California

Bridge engineer jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in transportation infrastructure, public works, and seismic retrofit programs across entry-level design roles through senior project management. Los Angeles, Sacramento, and San Francisco are the largest hiring markets, anchored by firms like AECOM, WSP, and Caltrans, which maintain a sustained California presence across both public and private work. Seismic assessment, prestressed concrete design, and complex interchange work are the most in-demand specialties in the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

Find Bridge Engineer Jobs

Overview

Open roles7
Top employerAECOM
Top citySacramento, CA
Cities hiring6
Work type60% On-site
Top industryConsulting

Showing 5 of 7+ Bridge Engineer jobs

Consor
Senior Bridge Design Engineer
We won't show you this job again
Consor
Added 1mo ago
Senior Bridge Design Engineer
Consor
Walnut Creek, California
Construction Management
Program Management
Project Management
$120k - $200k/yr
Bachelor of Science
1,001-5,000

Have you applied for this role?

Cordoba Corporation
Railroad Bridge Engineer
We won't show you this job again
Cordoba Corporation
Added 1mo ago
Railroad Bridge Engineer
Cordoba Corporation
Sacramento, California
Logistics & Fleet Management
Program Management
Project Management
$140k - $220k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in engineering
501-1,000

Have you applied for this role?

Cordoba Corporation
Railroad/Roadway bridge and Guideway Engineer
We won't show you this job again
Cordoba Corporation
Added 1mo ago
Railroad/Roadway bridge and Guideway Engineer
Cordoba Corporation
Fresno, California
Engineering (Non-Software)
Maintenance & Repair
Specialized Engineering
$120k - $220k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in engineering technology
501-1,000

Have you applied for this role?

BKF Engineers
Project Engineer - Bridge & Structures
We won't show you this job again
BKF Engineers
Added 2mo ago
Project Engineer - Bridge & Structures
BKF Engineers
San Jose, California
Specialized Engineering
Civil & Structural Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Civil Engineering
Structural Engineering
$99k - $130k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's

Have you applied for this role?

AECOM
Railroad Bridge Engineer
We won't show you this job again
AECOM
Added 2mo ago
Railroad Bridge Engineer
AECOM
Sacramento, California
Business Operations
Customer Service
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$140k - $220k/yr
Bachelor of Science
10,000+

Have you applied for this role?

See All 7 Bridge Engineer Jobs in California

Find roles in California that match your experience and apply in just a few clicks.

Find Bridge Engineer Jobs

Bridge Engineer Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Sacramento
2 jobs
Sf
1 job
Fresno
1 job
Orange
1 job
San Jose
1 job
Walnut Creek
1 job

Bridge Engineer Job Market in California

A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

AECOM
AECOM2 open roles
Cordoba Corporation
Cordoba Corporation2 open roles
Consor
Consor1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services
  • Banking & Financial Services

What California Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in bridge engineer jobs across California.

  • Professional Engineer (PE) license issued or recognized by the California Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists
  • Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a closely related structural engineering discipline
  • Proficiency in bridge design software such as CSiBridge, LEAP Bridge, or similar structural analysis tools
  • Familiarity with Caltrans standards, Bridge Design Specifications, and California project delivery processes
  • Experience with seismic design principles and AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for coordinating with public agencies and project stakeholders

Bridge Engineer Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a bridge engineer in California?

Becoming a bridge engineer in California requires a bachelor's degree in civil or structural engineering, followed by passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam and accumulating qualifying experience before sitting for the Principles and Practice of Engineering exam administered through the California Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists. Most California employers, including Caltrans and large consulting firms, expect candidates to be working toward or already holding a PE license, and familiarity with California-specific seismic and structural design standards gives applicants a strong edge.

How much do bridge engineers make in California?

Bridge engineers in California earn a median of about $122,500 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $77,980 for the lowest 10% to over $175,940 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire bridge engineers in California?

Employers hiring bridge engineers in California right now include AECOM, Cordoba Corporation, and Consor, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. California's large public infrastructure budget and active seismic retrofit program mean both state agencies and major engineering consultancies maintain consistent hiring pipelines throughout the year.

Which California cities have the most bridge engineer jobs?

Sacramento, Sf, and Fresno have the most bridge engineer openings in California. Los Angeles and Sacramento dominate because of Caltrans district offices, major freeway and interchange projects, and large consulting firms based in those metros, while San Francisco's dense transit and seismic retrofit work draws additional demand for structural bridge specialists.

Are there remote bridge engineer jobs in California?

Yes, but they're rare. About 40% of bridge engineer openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the hands-on and site-coordination nature of most bridge work. The portions of the role most suited to remote arrangements are preliminary design, load analysis, and plan review tasks that don't require direct field or agency presence.

How can I get hired as a bridge engineer in California with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying directly to Caltrans's new graduate engineer program, which recruits civil engineering graduates into structured rotations across bridge design and project delivery. Large California-based consulting firms like AECOM and WSP also hire associate bridge engineers for plan production and design-support roles that don't require a PE license on day one. A completed Engineer-in-Training certification and a portfolio of relevant senior coursework or capstone projects in structural or seismic design strengthens any application considerably.

Where can I find and apply to bridge engineer jobs in California?

You can find and apply to bridge engineer jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings from employers actively hiring in the state. Find the roles that fit your experience and specialization and apply directly from the listing.

See All 7 Bridge Engineer Jobs in California

Find roles in California that match your experience and apply in just a few clicks.

Find Bridge Engineer Jobs