Bridge Engineer/Bridge Inspector Team Leader

Van Cleef Engineering Associates, LLC; Freehold (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Rx Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company-m

Paid holidays, vacation and sick days

Company-paid Life insurance

Long-Term Disability insurance

Job summary

Van Cleef Engineering Associates, a multi-disciplinary civil engineering firm with offices in New Jersey and Pennsylvania, seeks a Bridge Inspector Team Leader/Bridge Engineer in Freehold, NJ to lead bridge safety inspections and support design and reporting.

Ideal candidates have a ABET-accredited civil/structural degree, 3–7 years of experience, NJ PE preferred, and strong communication and technical writing skills. This role offers growth, great benefits, and a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from an ABET accredited program.
• 3-7 years of experience, preferably with bridge inspections.
• NJ PE license (or other state PE) a plus; valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Perform bridge safety inspection work as the Team Leader and oversee the inspection team, or as a member of a bridge safety inspection team and assist higher level inspectors.
• Design and detailing/drafting of bridge and highway elements, and preparation of bridge inspection reports.
• Perform inspections on moving equipment at variable heights.
• Apply knowledge to assist with office work including general engineering.

Skills

Bridge inspection experience

Team leadership

Technical writing

Communication skills

Data management

Report writing

Education

ABET-accredited Civil/Structural Engineering degree

NJ PE license a plus

Valid Driver’s License

Tools

MicroStation

Spreadsheets

Engineering calculations

Job description

Van Cleef Engineering Associates, LLC (Van Cleef) is a dynamic, multi-disciplinary consulting civil engineering firm of Engineers, Certified Inspectors, Landscape Architects, Planners and Land Surveyors. With offices in New Jersey and Pennsylvania, we provide expertise in all of the major areas of civil engineering, municipal engineering, municipal planning, and land surveying.

Van Cleef is proud to have been recognized in New Jerseyas a Best Place to Work for 2026!Another great reason to choose to work with Van Cleef!

Our Freehold, NJ office is currently seeking a qualified and motivated Bridge Inspector Team Leader/Bridge Engineer to join the team! You will work directly with our professionals, including collaboration with staff at other office locations. This position is an outstanding opportunity to join, learn, support and lead.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform bridge safety inspection work as the Team Leader and oversee the inspection team, or as a member of a bridge safety inspection team and assist higher level inspectors.
• Design and detailing/drafting of bridge and highway elements, and preparation of bridge inspection reports
• Perform inspections on moving equipment at variable heights
• Apply their knowledge and abilities to assist with office work including general engineering

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from an ABET accredited program
• 3-7 years of experience, preferably with bridge inspections
• Valid Driver’s License
• Strong communication, data management and technical writing skills, both oral and written
• Proficiency in the use of computers for developing engineering calculations, spreadsheets, and report writing
• Attendance of Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges (NHI Course 130053) and Bridge Inspector (Team Leader) Certification recommended for Team Leader Position, but not required for Assistant Team Leader
• NJ PE license (or other state PE License) a plus
• Experience with load ratings of bridges a plus
• Experience with NJTA or NJDOT inspections a plus
• Proficiency with MicroStation a plus

What We Offer

We are committed to creating a personal and professional environment where we can build and focus on helping communities through teamwork and support. Our local offices provide our employees with opportunities for professional development and growth, including our Young Professionals Group, a flexible working environment, and times to celebrate our accomplishments together. Van Cleef provides a fun, flexible, and challenging environment and embraces the core values of integrity, quality, accountability, ownership, and work life balance to guide our decisions and empower employees.

• Medical/Rx Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan (traditional and Roth options) with company match
• Paid holidays, vacation and sick days
• Company-paid Life insurance
• Company-paid Long-Term Disability insurance
• Professional Licensing reimbursement
• Gym membership reimbursement
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Compensation:

Van Cleef Engineering Associates is committed to pay transparency and equitable compensation practices in compliance with applicable laws, including the New Jersey Equal Pay Act. The estimated salary range for this position will fall between $80,000 - $115,000. The starting salary offered is contingent upon a variety of factors including the candidate’s experience/skillset, educational qualifications, and professional certifications, as well as internal pay equity and geographic location.

Additional Information

Van Cleef is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status.

This position is not eligible for H1-B or any other visa sponsorship.

We thank all applicants; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.