Bridge Engineer & Inspector — Lead NBIS Inspections (Remote)

HBM Engineering Group, LLC; Hillside (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

HBM Engineering Group, LLC is seeking a Bridge Engineer/Inspector to support IDOT District One and Two inspections and reporting. You will inspect bridges to NBIS standards and help document conditions and deficiencies for ongoing projects.

The role requires 4+ years in bridge engineering or inspection, Illinois leadership certification, and a valid driver's license. WBE/DBE details and a strong team/remote work capability are valued.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Civil Engineering from ABET-accredited college/university (M.S. in Structural Engineering a plus).
• Team Leader Certified in Illinois; P.E. license a plus. FHWA Element Level Bridge Inspection Training completed.
• FHWA Fracture Critical Inspection Techniques for Steel Bridges completed.
• Minimum 4+ years of bridge engineering experience in design and/or inspection.
• Ability to climb and inspect bridges, including wading in streams, and work at heights.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Experience with IDOT policies and procedures.
• Proven record of accurate, thorough work.
• Strong time management, work ethic, and eagerness to learn.
• Good oral and written communication; ability to build relationships; team and remote work capability.

Responsibilities

• Assist IDOT engineers, managers, and technicians in daily inspection work across IDOT District One and Two.
• Prepare reports documenting bridge conditions and deficiencies.
• Perform NBIS-compliant Element Level and Routine Bridge Inspections.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Time management

Remote collaboration

Education

B.S. in Civil Engineering (ABET-accredited)

Master of Science in Structural Engineering (plus)

Tools

NBIS procedures

FHWA Element Level Inspection Training

FHWA Fracture Critical Inspection Techniques

Job description

HBM Engineering Group, LLC is seeking a Bridge Engineer/Inspector to support IDOT District One and Two inspections and reporting. You will inspect bridges to NBIS standards and help document conditions and deficiencies for ongoing projects.

The role requires 4+ years in bridge engineering or inspection, Illinois leadership certification, and a valid driver's license. WBE/DBE details and a strong team/remote work capability are valued.