Bridge Inspection Lead — Field & Design (Hybrid)

Ulteig Engineers, Inc.; Texas; Hybrid; USD 96,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Workplace

Employee Ownership

Competitive Pay

Collaborative Environment

Job summary

Ulteig Engineers, Inc. seeks a qualified Bridge Inspection Team Leader to perform and supervise NBIS Routine, Rope Access, or Underwater bridge inspections as part of our bridge team. The role blends fieldwork with design responsibilities for highway structures and multi-discipline projects.

You will lead inspections, prepare reports, and mentor junior staff while coordinating with clients across multiple DOTs. Travel up to 50% and a strong commitment to safety and quality are essential.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program or equivalent preferred.
• Engineer-in-Training licensure or ability to obtain within 6 months is preferred.
• Civil Professional Engineer licensure or ability to obtain within 6 months is preferred.
• Minimum 3+ years of bridge inspection experience.
• ADCI Entry Level Tender/Diver, Air Diver, or Air-Diving Supervisor certification preferred.
• SPRAT certification preferred.
• NHI Safety Inspections courses required or preferred.
• Must be willing to travel.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Must have authorization to work permanently in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Apply NBIS techniques to Routine, Rope Access, or Underwater inspections.
• Provide rehabilitation recommendations based on observed conditions.
• Conduct load ratings based on field data and plans.
• Plan and lead multi-day bridge inspection trips across various structure types.
• Perform inspections with NDT methods and specialized access equipment.
• Lead and mentor assistants in the field.
• Prepare or QC inspection reports per client specifications.
• Coordinate with clients and multiple offices on schedules and access.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Mentoring

Travel readiness

Education

ABET-accredited B.S. in Civil Engineering

Tools

AASHTOWare BrR

Non-Destructive Testing equipment

Job description

Ulteig Engineers, Inc. seeks a qualified Bridge Inspection Team Leader to perform and supervise NBIS Routine, Rope Access, or Underwater bridge inspections as part of our bridge team. The role blends fieldwork with design responsibilities for highway structures and multi-discipline projects.

You will lead inspections, prepare reports, and mentor junior staff while coordinating with clients across multiple DOTs. Travel up to 50% and a strong commitment to safety and quality are essential.