Bridge Inspection Engineer Level 2

Great Lakes Engineering Group; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An engineering firm in Lansing, Michigan is seeking a qualified candidate for a position assisting with inspections of in-service bridges and culverts. The role involves routine safety inspections, report preparations, and documentation. Candidates must have a solid understanding of structural engineering, the ability to work independently, and a willingness to work outdoors in varied conditions. The position requires operating specialized equipment and safety measures during inspections.

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of structural engineering concepts related to bridges and culverts.
• Ability to work independently and complete inspections within set timeframes.
• Willingness to work extended hours and at heights up to 100 ft.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine bridge safety inspections as a Qualified Team Leader (QTL).
• Assist with fieldwork including identifying and documenting deterioration.
• Prepare various bridge inspection reports and photo logs.

Skills

Structural engineering concepts

Inspection techniques

Load rating calculations

Field documentation

Safety equipment usage

Tools

Chipping hammers

Measuring tools

NDT equipment

Bucket truck

Job description

This position assists with various inspections of in-service bridges and culverts for cities, counties, villages, and MDOT. Inspections include but are not limited to routine safety inspections, in-depth inspections, detailed inspections, fracture critical inspections, fatigue sensitive inspections, scour inspections, etc. The position requires a solid understanding of structural engineering concepts related to the operation of bridges and culverts of various material types and design types. This position also assists with load rating hand calculations and models on in-service bridges and culverts. Ability to work independently and complete assigned inspections within set timeframes.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform routine bridge safety inspections as a Qualified Team Leader (QTL) within the State of Michigan.
• Assist and/or lead with bridge inspection fieldwork including:
• Identifying, measuring, and quantifying deterioration on various material types
• Field documentation including notes, drawings, and photos.
• Assist and/or lead with report preparation including:
• Preparation of photo logs
• Drafting various bridge inspection reports, including but not limited to bridge scoping, in-depth inspections, detailed inspections, fracture critical inspections, scour inspections, etc.
• Assist and/or lead with obtaining permits necessary to perform fieldwork.
• Assist with scheduling field dates including coordination with entities not limited to traffic control contractors, MDOT Reach-All, railroad flagging, etc.
• Assist with load rating calculations including preparation of hand calculations and load rating models.
• Wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) whenever working conditions require safety equipment.
• Willingness to work at heights up to 100 ft., in and around flowing water, work from various watercrafts, work around heavy traffic volumes.
• Willingness to work extended hours, including possible nights and weekends, depending on project demands.
• Able to work outdoors in Michigan year-round.
• Able to operate a bucket truck with vertical reach up to 45 ft.
• Use various hand tools including chipping hammers, measuring tools, and NDT equipment.