Bridge Engineer - Inspection

Socket.dev; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 115,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Client site work environment

Comprehensive benefits package (well-­

401(k) savings plan

PTO accrual

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development opportunities

Incentive compensation

Job summary

GFT in the Washington DC / Fairfax area seeks a Bridge Engineer - Inspection to ensure quality and consistency of WMATA's inspection program. This on-site role requires attending client offices and guiding field inspection activities.

The candidate will develop expertise in WMATA manuals, provide technical guidance, and support continuous quality improvements within the roadway practice. A PE or EIT with FHWA certifications is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with emphasis in Structural Engineering.
• Experience performing quality control of inspections for bridges and other transit structures.
• Experience with structural inspection testing using NDT methods (D-Meter, Dye Penetrant).
• Professional Engineer (PE) certifications preferred; EIT acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality control reviews of structural inspection reports and witness field inspections.
• Develop and maintain expertise in the WMATA Structures Inspection Manual and procedures.
• Conduct post-inspection quality control to ensure accurate documentation.
• Provide technical guidance and best-practice recommendations to inspection personnel.
• Support continuous improvement of quality control processes.
• Prepare technical reports to assist the Program Director and Maintenance teams in prioritizing activities.
• Perform other duties in support of the structural inspection program.

Skills

Quality control

Communication skills

Coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with emphasis in Structural Engineering

Tools

D-Meter

Dye Penetrant testing

Job description

What You Will Do:

GFT is seeking a Bridge Engineer - Inspectionto join our Roadway practice in the Washington DC / Fairfax area! This role follows an on site work model, requiring regular attendance at our clients office (Carmen E. Turner (CTF) Maintenance and Training Facility in Landover, MD). You will beresponsible for ensuring the quality and consistency of WMATA's structural inspection program by performing quality control reviews of field inspections and inspection reports and operate under a GFT Task Manager.

Working on theroadway teamatGFT offers the opportunity to engage in transformative projects that enhance transportation infrastructure and improve community connectivity. Whether working on highways and bridges or traffic engineering, our team excels in resilient, sustainable design and construction, delivering innovative solutions that address the complexities of modern, multimodal roadway systems and ensure safe, efficient, and reliable travel for all.Explore some of our signature roadway projects here.

In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

• Perform quality control reviews of structural inspection reports andwitness field inspections to verify compliance with WMATA inspection standards and will report to the GFT Task Manager.
• Develop andmaintainexpertisein the WMATA Structures Inspection Manual and applicable inspection procedures.
• Conduct post-inspection quality control to ensureaccurate, complete, and consistent inspection documentation.
• Provide technical guidance andbest-practicerecommendations to structural inspection personnel.
• Support continuous improvement of quality control processes.
• Prepare technical reports and recommendations toassistthe Program Director, Maintenance, Engineering, and TAMO in prioritizing maintenance, repair, and renewal activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of the structural inspection program.

Education | Experience:

What you will bring to our firm:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineeringwith an emphasis in Structural Engineering.
• Experience performing quality control of inspections for bridges, tunnels, culverts, stations,retainingwalls, shafts, fences, S&I pits, bus garages, parking garages, and other transportation structures.
• Experience with structural inspection testing, including selecting and recommendingappropriate destructiveand non-destructive testing(NDT) methods, with familiarity using tools such as D-Meter and Dye Penetrant testing.
• Strong communicationand coordination skills for working with field inspection crews and preparing detailed quality control documentation.
• Professional Engineer (PE) candidates must possess FHWA Bridge Inspection certification (NHI-130055 or NHI-130056) and FHWA NHI-130078Fracture Critical NSTM InspectionTechniques certification. Engineer-in-Training (EIT) candidates must possess FHWA NHI-130055.

What we prefer you bring:

• Registered Professional Engineer with at least three years of structural inspection and testing experience on major transit infrastructure.
• Knowledge of FHWA Tunnel Safety Inspection (NHI-130110), National Tunnel Inspection Standards (NTIS), Tunnel Operations, Maintenance, Inspection and Evaluation (TOMIE) Manual, Specifications for the National Tunnel Inventory (SNTI), and National Certified Tunnel Inspector (NCTI) requirements.
• Experience performing bridge and tunnel inspections for WMATA.
• Experience developing maintenance and renewal recommendations to support structural asset management.
• OSHA 10-Hour Safety Training certification.

Compensation:The salary range for this role is $115,000 - $125,000. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.

Featured Benefits:

• Client site work environment.
• Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
• Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

Company Overview:

At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships – that’s why we’re the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry’s brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more.

Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century’s experience, together we’re building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives.
GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law.

Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property GFT.

GFT does require the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions.

Location:Landover ; Washington DC ; Fairfax
Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Employment Status: Full-Time