Bridge Engineer & Inspector — Lead NBIS Inspections Remote

HBM Engineering Group; Hillside (IL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Education assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

HBM Engineering Group is seeking a Bridge Engineer/Inspector to perform NBIS-compliant bridge inspections across IDOT District One and District Two, reporting on conditions and deficiencies. You will support IDOT staff and contribute to technical reports documenting findings.

The role requires a BS in Civil Engineering, Illinois licensure or PE preferred, and 4+ years of bridge engineering. Training in NBIS and fracture-critical methods is expected, with a willingness to work at heights and

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited college or university.
• Illinois PE licensure is a plus; Team Leader Certification in Illinois is required.
• FHWA Introduction to Element Level Bridge Inspection Training completed.
• FHWA Fracture Critical Inspection Techniques for Steel Bridges completed.
• Minimum 4+ years of bridge engineering experience.
• Ability to climb and inspect bridges; comfortable at heights for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Assist IDOT's engineers, managers, and technicians in inspecting structures and prepare reports documenting their condition and deficiencies.
• Perform bridge inspections in accordance with NBIS procedures for Element Level and Routine Inspections.

Skills

Team Leadership

Report Writing

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering (ABET-accredited)

Master of Science in Structural Engineering (a plus)

Job description

HBM Engineering Group is seeking a Bridge Engineer/Inspector to perform NBIS-compliant bridge inspections across IDOT District One and District Two, reporting on conditions and deficiencies. You will support IDOT staff and contribute to technical reports documenting findings.

The role requires a BS in Civil Engineering, Illinois licensure or PE preferred, and 4+ years of bridge engineering. Training in NBIS and fracture-critical methods is expected, with a willingness to work at heights and