Principal Engineer - Bridges & Structures

AECOM · Madrid, MADRID, Spain

  • Senior
  • Full-time
  • Posted 2026-09-22
  • Confirmed live on 25 September 2026

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Job description

Job Description
We are currently looking to hire a Principal Engineer with experience in bridges and/or structures design, to join our expanding team in Enterprise Capabilities, Europe (Madrid).
Our Bridges and Structures team has a strong track record delivering structural bridge engineering designs in the United States, Australia, New Zealand, Canada, Latin America and the Middle East. With us, you will be able to contribute and participate in iconic transportation infrastructure projects within a diverse and multicultural environment.
You will be involved in all phases of project development, from conceptual and feasibility studies to preliminary designs and detailed design engineering, covering a wide variety of bridge and structural projects. You will be part of large multidisciplinary teams serving both public and private clients, including major large-scale Design and Build projects.
Here is what you will do:

• Serves as a bridge (rail/road) or structures lead engineer on mid-size projects supported by EC.

• Makes day-to-day decisions for a technical team, integrating resources from different EC offices (Spain, Poland, India…).

• Provides technical expertise for studies and design efforts and conducts medium complex value engineering evaluations, determining alternative designs, materials, construction techniques.

• Categorizes packages of work to be done by EC, elaborates project execution plans and in combination with internal clients defines the delivery strategy, including composition of design teams.

• Performs quality control reviews of work developed by others. Approves and signs off on work.

• Accountable for the results of the team and adherence to agreed budget for a specific package of work.

• Delivers effective communication inclusive of internal clients and team members to clarify expectations and requirements.

• Trains, mentors and evaluates less experienced staff (within the Europe GDC or other GDC).
What we offer

• Opportunity to work on structural designs in internationally iconic transportation and infrastructure projects.

• Collaboration with a multicultural and multidisciplinary team, sharing global best practices.

• Professional development in a technically excellent environment, with training and career growth opportunities.

• Competitive employment package, with flexible working arrangements and the possibility of remote work.

• Access to advanced tools and technologies (BIM, automation, parametric design).

• An inclusive and diverse workplace, committed to equal opportunities.

Qualifications
Here’s what we’re looking for:

• Proven track record of working on bridges and/or structures designs and collaborating with international and multi-cultural teams (+8 years).

• Master degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized University.

• Professional fluency in English (oral and written) will be essential, fluency in Spanish language will be a plus.

• Experience with international regulations and standards (i.e AASTHO; AREMA, Aus-Codes; BS, etc.).

• Proficiency in engineering calculation software for bridge and structures (preferable Midas Civil, but others as CSi Bridge are well considered).

• Proven commitment with Quality Control Policy and Quality Management System.

• Team management experience.

• Experience working in the North America region / Australia will be considered favorably.

Additional Information
At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM
AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.
AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.
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