Caltrans: California Department of Transportation
Bridge Design Branch Chief
Caltrans: California Department of Transportation, Diamond Bar, California, United States, 91765
Bridge Design Branch Chief
Department of Transportation
Job Code #: JC-499421
Salary: $11,437.00 - $14,315.00 per Month
Final Filing Date: 12/6/2025
Job Description and Duties Under the direction of a Supervising Bridge Engineer, the incumbent is responsible for supervising staff, managing the project delivery of bridges and other types of structures; developing processes, procedures, and policies; and ensuring compliance with Caltrans' policies and guidelines.
Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Senior Bridge Engineer exam. For those who do not have current eligibility (e.g., transfer, permissive reinstatement, or voluntary demotions) and/or who will be new to state civil services employment, you must be on the state examination list to be eligible for these positions. To apply for the exam, please click here.
This position may be eligible for telework. The amount of telework is at the discretion of the Department and based on Caltrans’s evolving telework policy. Caltrans supports telework, recognizing that in-person attendance may be required based on operational needs. Employees are expected to be able to report to their worksites with minimum notification if an urgent need arises. The selected candidate will be required to commute to the headquartered location as needed to meet operational needs. Business travel may be required, and reimbursement considers an employee’s designated headquartered location, primary residence, and may be subject to CalHR regulations or applicable bargaining unit contract provisions. All commute expenses to the headquartered location will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.
Please take this 1‑minute Caltrans Recruitment survey to tell us how you found out about this job.
Apply today to join our team! We especially encourage applicants to check out our Caltrans Career Compass tool! The Caltrans Career Compass is a tool to assist and help candidates understand and succeed in applying to Caltrans positions.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment.
Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
SENIOR BRIDGE ENGINEER
Additional Documents
Job Application Package Checklist
Duty Statement
Special Requirements
The incumbent must possess a valid certification of registration as a Civil Engineer issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers.
Possession of a valid driver’s license is required when operating a state owned or leased vehicle.
The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) serves as documentation of each applicant’s ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. The SOQ must be typed, single‑spaced, no more than two pages in length, and 12‑point Arial font.
Ability to collaborate effectively with both internal and external stakeholders.
Experience as a Project Engineer for a multi‑structure project using Load and Resistance Factor Design (LRFD) design code and develop solutions independently.
Knowledge of AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications with California Amendments and the Seismic Design Criteria.
Implementation of Quality Measures and knowledge of schedule, resource and risk management.
Ability to train and mentor staff.
Involvement in development of technical policies and guidance materials.
Application Instructions Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered.
Who May Apply: Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility. Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process.
How To Apply: Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below.
Address for Mailing Application Packages: Department of Transportation, Certification Services MS-90, P O Box 168036, Sacramento, CA 95816-8036. Attn: Caltrans DHR Contact.
Address for Drop‑Off Application Packages: Department of Transportation, Drop‑Off Address, Caltrans DHR Contact, Classification and Hiring Unit - ECOS, 1727 30th Street, MS 90, Sacramento, CA 95816. Closed on weekends and State holidays. Hours: 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM.
Required Application Package Documents: Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (or the Electronic State Employment Application), Resume (optional), Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) (required).
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Job Code #: JC-499421
Salary: $11,437.00 - $14,315.00 per Month
Final Filing Date: 12/6/2025
Job Description and Duties Under the direction of a Supervising Bridge Engineer, the incumbent is responsible for supervising staff, managing the project delivery of bridges and other types of structures; developing processes, procedures, and policies; and ensuring compliance with Caltrans' policies and guidelines.
Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Senior Bridge Engineer exam. For those who do not have current eligibility (e.g., transfer, permissive reinstatement, or voluntary demotions) and/or who will be new to state civil services employment, you must be on the state examination list to be eligible for these positions. To apply for the exam, please click here.
This position may be eligible for telework. The amount of telework is at the discretion of the Department and based on Caltrans’s evolving telework policy. Caltrans supports telework, recognizing that in-person attendance may be required based on operational needs. Employees are expected to be able to report to their worksites with minimum notification if an urgent need arises. The selected candidate will be required to commute to the headquartered location as needed to meet operational needs. Business travel may be required, and reimbursement considers an employee’s designated headquartered location, primary residence, and may be subject to CalHR regulations or applicable bargaining unit contract provisions. All commute expenses to the headquartered location will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.
Please take this 1‑minute Caltrans Recruitment survey to tell us how you found out about this job.
Apply today to join our team! We especially encourage applicants to check out our Caltrans Career Compass tool! The Caltrans Career Compass is a tool to assist and help candidates understand and succeed in applying to Caltrans positions.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment.
Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
SENIOR BRIDGE ENGINEER
Additional Documents
Job Application Package Checklist
Duty Statement
Special Requirements
The incumbent must possess a valid certification of registration as a Civil Engineer issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers.
Possession of a valid driver’s license is required when operating a state owned or leased vehicle.
The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) serves as documentation of each applicant’s ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. The SOQ must be typed, single‑spaced, no more than two pages in length, and 12‑point Arial font.
Ability to collaborate effectively with both internal and external stakeholders.
Experience as a Project Engineer for a multi‑structure project using Load and Resistance Factor Design (LRFD) design code and develop solutions independently.
Knowledge of AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications with California Amendments and the Seismic Design Criteria.
Implementation of Quality Measures and knowledge of schedule, resource and risk management.
Ability to train and mentor staff.
Involvement in development of technical policies and guidance materials.
Application Instructions Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered.
Who May Apply: Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility. Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process.
How To Apply: Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below.
Address for Mailing Application Packages: Department of Transportation, Certification Services MS-90, P O Box 168036, Sacramento, CA 95816-8036. Attn: Caltrans DHR Contact.
Address for Drop‑Off Application Packages: Department of Transportation, Drop‑Off Address, Caltrans DHR Contact, Classification and Hiring Unit - ECOS, 1727 30th Street, MS 90, Sacramento, CA 95816. Closed on weekends and State holidays. Hours: 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM.
Required Application Package Documents: Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (or the Electronic State Employment Application), Resume (optional), Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) (required).
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