NEOGOV · 3 hours ago
Engineer Manager Licensed 15 (Chief Structure Design Engineer) - Bureau of Bridges & Structures
Lansing, MI
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$50.06/hr - $73.75/hr
6+ years expNEOGOV is seeking a Chief Structure Design Engineer to lead multidisciplinary teams in designing Michigan's trunkline bridges. The role involves directing bridge design projects, overseeing in-house teams and consultants, and ensuring alignment with program goals and standards.
GovTechHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologySoftware
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Responsibilities
Lead and allocate resources across in-house bridge design squads and consultants to deliver bridge/structure plans and contract documents statewide, ensuring alignment with region program goals
Supervise Bridge Unit Leaders and manage team performance (expectations, evaluations, feedback, corrective actions), staffing and hiring, labor relations activities, and timesheet approvals in compliance with Civil Service rules and union contracts
Drive project management excellence: Ensure accountability (e.g., Planisware), performance measures, risk assessments and the Structure Design Section’s QC/QA program, including program-level QA per the MDOT Bridge Design Manual, and report status quarterly to Bureau of Bridges and Structures (BOBS) leadership
Provide technical leadership on advanced methodologies (accelerated bridge construction, prefabricated bridge elements and systems), 3-D modeling and element standardization; update MDOT bridge design guides/manuals; and advise leadership on design policy
Represent the Structure Design Section on statewide committees, including the Statewide Design Alignment Team, Innovative Contracting Committee, Statewide Bridge Committee and MDOT/ACEC Bridge Committee to align policies and practices
Prequalify consultants for bridge categories
Advance bridge technology tools by guiding software development teams and training for design/analysis tools across the section
Qualification
Required
Possession of a bachelor of science degree in engineering
Possession of a registered professional engineering license as required by the State of Michigan
Six years of professional experience equivalent to an Engineer, including three years equivalent to an Engineer 12, Engineer Manager 12, or Engineer Manager-Licensed 12; two years equivalent to an Engineer Manager 13, Engineer Manager-Licensed 13, Engineering Specialist 13, or Engineering Specialist-Licensed 13; or, one year equivalent to an Engineer Manager 14, Engineer Manager-Licensed 14, Engineering Specialist 14, or Engineering Specialist-Licensed 14
Attach a 1–2 page document outlining your vision and strategic direction for the future of the MDOT Structure Design Section
If applicable, attach a copy of your official college transcripts and/or foreign degree evaluation with your application
Preferred
Possession of a bachelor of science degree in civil engineering
Benefits
Health, mental health, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage for the whole family.
No-cost life insurance at double your annual salary, paying up to $200,000.
No-cost vision insurance.
Disability coverage providing extended benefits and partial pay.
Supplemental pay and insurance during some military leaves.
15 to 35 paid personal days per year.
13 paid sick days per year.
12 weeks of paid parental leave after a birth or adoption.
Up to 14 paid holidays per year including New Year’s and Christmas Eve, Memorial and Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Veterans Day, and Juneteenth.
Up to 1 paid day of school and community leave annually.
401(k) and 457 enrollments offered to new hires with multiple investment options.
4% automatic contribution by the state for 401(k) plans.
Up to a 5% match for additional 401(k) account contributions.
State contributions fully vest after 4 years.
Funds may be rolled in from previous retirement accounts.
Alternate/Remote-Work Schedules for some positions.
Bonus and Longevity Pay Programs.
Tax-Advantaged Parking and Health Savings Accounts.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program Eligible Employer.
Tuition Reimbursement Program.
Professional Development.
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
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CEO
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