Bridge Inspection Lead — NBIS & Structural Analysis

HNTB Corporation; South Portland, Portland (ME, ME); On-site; USD 83,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

HNTB Corporation in South Portland, ME seeks an experienced structural/bridge engineer to lead NBIS inspections, perform load ratings, and conduct structural evaluations across Maine, New Hampshire and Vermont.

The ideal candidate will guide field inspections, develop detailed reports, mentor junior staff, and collaborate with multiple disciplines while maintaining work/life balance. NBIS team leadership and FHWA standards are important; master's or PE preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering with 4+ years of relevant experience or higher degrees with fewer years
• NBIS inspection team leader qualifications
• Experience leading field inspections of bridges and related reports

Responsibilities

• Lead and perform field inspections for highway and railroad bridges
• Develop inspection reports detailing findings
• Perform structural analysis, load ratings, and design/plan development
• Mentor junior staff and oversee project workflow
• Coordinate with local, state, and private agencies

Skills

NBIS inspection leadership

Field inspections of bridges

Structural analysis

Load rating analyses

Mentoring junior staff

Client relationship development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's degree in Engineering

PhD in Engineering

Tools

AASHTOWare BrR

Bentley STAAD Pro

CSiBridge

Job description

HNTB Corporation in South Portland, ME seeks an experienced structural/bridge engineer to lead NBIS inspections, perform load ratings, and conduct structural evaluations across Maine, New Hampshire and Vermont.

The ideal candidate will guide field inspections, develop detailed reports, mentor junior staff, and collaborate with multiple disciplines while maintaining work/life balance. NBIS team leadership and FHWA standards are important; master's or PE preferred.