Bridge Inspection Area Engineer

State of Indiana; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 77,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Three medical plan options (RX, vision

Wellness Rewards Program

457(b) Deferred compensation

Pension plan options

Paid leave - vacation/sick/Personal

Education Reimbursement Program

Free Parking for most positions

LinkedIn Learning access

Job summary

INDOT Central Office oversees bridge inspection programs across Indiana, with the Bridge Asset Management Department guiding inspection policy and statewide execution. The role ensures safety and compliance for bridges, culverts, and retaining walls through trained supervision and strategic direction.

The position offers a state-level leadership path, with training provided and a take-home state vehicle for field duties. Salary starts at $85,020; compensation varies with education and experience.

Qualifications

• Registered Professional Engineer license in Indiana required.
• Must possess a valid Indiana driver’s license.
• Broad knowledge of civil/transportation disciplines; understanding of design standards, policies, and FHWA/NBIS processes.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering plans, define problems, and communicate with stakeholders.
• Ability to plan and develop engineering projects with complex problems and/or novel approaches.
• Four years of professional engineering experience; two years in leadership or supervising staff may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Oversee 3 district bridge inspection teams and coordinate with Central Office.
• Oversee bridge inspections ( Routine, In-Depth, Special, Underwater) for compliance with FHWA NBIS.
• Develop and implement statewide bridge inspection policies and procedures.
• Perform QC/QA reviews of bridges to ensure NBIS compliance.
• Lead performance management and provide guidance to district leads.
• Attend trainings to learn new inspection techniques and requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Professional Engineer license

Indiana driver’s license

Civil/Transportation knowledge

Engineering economics

Plan and problem solving

Read/interpret engineering plans

Project leadership / supervision

Tools

CAD

Spreadsheets

Databases

Scheduling tools

Job description

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

About the Indiana Department of Transportation:
The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) provides a dynamic workplace that serves Indiana citizens, improves our state's quality of life, and enhances its economic opportunity. INDOT has a number of innovative programs and projects, including Public-Private Partnerships, Green Initiatives, and cutting-edge uses of materials and assets. As part of the State of Indiana, INDOT offers a competitive total compensation package, as well as outstanding work/life balance. Whether you are an established professional in the transportation field or just starting your career, INDOT has exciting and challenging opportunities for you.

Role Overview:

This supervisory position is with INDOT Central Office; however, work around the state will be required. This position requires a Professional Engineer license, and it is preferable that the applicant meets INDOT and FHWA qualifications for Bridge Inspection Team Leader certification, or have experience with bridge inspection, design, and/or construction to allow obtaining such certification. Incumbent oversees 3 district bridge inspection teams, serving as the liaison between the districts and Central Office. The Bridge Inspection Area Engineer position is within the INDOT Bridge Asset Management Department, and the incumbent is a central office employee responsible for the supervision, operational performance, and inspector training for the state bridge inspection teams within their assigned districts of responsibility. Incumbent supervises the senior bridge inspection engineer supervisors in coordinating inspection operations, reporting inspection findings, and assisting the Bridge Inspection State Program Manager (SPM) in providing strategic direction for INDOT’s bridge inspection program through development and implementation of policies and procedures. This position is responsible for ensuring that all inspections of bridges, large culverts, and retaining walls within their Districts are completed within the required inspection intervals and that inspection findings are reported accurately and timely. This position directly impacts public safety, the state’s compliance with federal bridge inspection regulations according to the FHWA National Bridge Inspection Standard, and to protect public investment in Indiana’s infrastructure. All training, equipment, and tools will be provided to be successful in this position, including a State-owned take-home vehicle. Bridge Inspection Area Engineer Duties include:

• Oversee operations for 3 bridge district inspection teams with regards to all state-owned bridge, large culvert, and retaining wall inspections.
• Oversee Routine, NSTM, In-Depth, Special, and Underwater bridge inspections for quality and compliance with FHWA bridge inspection regulations (23 CFR 650).
• Assist Bridge Inspection SPM in developing and implementing statewide bridge inspection policies, procedures, and compliance requirements.
• Carry out annual QC/QA reviews on both state and local bridges to ensure compliance with the National Bridge Inspection Standards.
• Establish performance expectations and completes appraisals of subordinates.
• Determines specialized bridge inspection needs.
• Attend training sessions and conferences to learn new inspection techniques and requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Assist district team leads with prioritization and execution of biennial inspections.

Location:
This position is with INDOT's Central Office.

The salary for this position traditionally starts at$85,020.00 but may be commensurate with education and work experience. Use our Compensation Calculator to view the total compensation package.

Actual offered salary for this position may be higher based on relevant education, training, certifications, and bridge-related experience.

A Day in the Life:

The essential functions of this role are as follows:

• Develop engineering policies and plans projects concerned with unique or controversial problems which have a significant impact on major organizational programs.
• Provide budgetary information, researches and makes recommendations to assist with long range planning.
• Evaluateengineering policies, recommends revisions, and approves and implementspolicies.
• Evaluate the impact of changes to engineering policies, procedures and standards having statewide implications, makes recommendations to supervisor, integrates changes in existing programs, and directs research and evaluation efforts.

The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time.

This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours which may be required to complete essential functions or other assigned work. Exempt employees may work more than 75 hours in a pay period without additional compensation and must report a minimum of 75 hours per pay period of work hours and/or paid leave taken to receive their base biweekly salary.

What You'll Need for Success:

Individuals in this role should minimally be able to articulate or demonstrate the following:

• Registered Professional Engineers license in Indiana required.
• Must possess a valid Indiana driver's license.
• Broad knowledge of civil/transportation disciplines. Understanding of department design standards, policies, and practices. Understanding of the NEPA and NHPA processes. Knowledge of various computer applications such as CAD, spreadsheets, databases, and scheduling. Knowledge of various forms of traffic operations analysis such as capacity analysis and crash analysis. Knowledge of alternatives development, decision-making, and engineering economic analysis.
• Must be able to read and interpret engineering plans and specifications, define problems, collect appropriate data, establish facts, define, and communicate with stakeholders and draw valid engineering solutions. Must be able to handle routine and sensitive contacts with government officials, consulting firms/contractors and the public.
• Ability to identify problems; determine accuracy and relevance of information; use sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives and to make recommendations.
• Ability to plan and develop engineering projects with unique or controversial problems and/or novel engineering related concepts and approaches.

A degree is not required. However, at least four (4) years of professional experience in engineering, civil engineering, transportation research, or a closely related field. Two (2) years of experience as a group or project leader providing work direction and training to engineering technicians and/or lower-level engineers, or two (2) years experience in conducting engineering-related research applying the outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role may be considered.

Individuals should have the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:

This role may provide direct supervision for one or more staff members.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:

• Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
• Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
• Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
• Deferred compensation 457(b)account (similar to401(k) plan) with employer match
• Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
• A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
  • 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
  • Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
• Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
• 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Group life insurance
• Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Free Parkingfor most positions
• Free LinkedIn Learningaccess

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at [e-mail] .