Bridge Inspection Team Leader

HNTB Corporation; Parsippany-Troy Hills (NJ); On-site; USD 100,000 - 156,000; Full time

Job summary

HNTB Corporation in Parsippany, NJ seeks an Engineer III to support bridge and tunnel inspection programs, including routine, in-depth, and special inspections in accordance with state and federal requirements. You will assist in planning, field data collection, and documentation, and help develop repair recommendations while coordinating with Project Managers and Team Leaders.

The role involves load rating work using established methodologies and software, supervising junior staff, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering with 4 years of relevant experience.
• Master's degree in Engineering with 3 years of relevant experience.
• PhD in Engineering with 2 years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Completes assigned work within the schedule and hours provided.
• Assist in the development of project specifications.
• Develop discipline specific engineering deliverables such as reports, designs, and plans.
• Aids coordination and productivity of project team members.
• Provides technical guidance to junior staff and leads multi-discipline projects.

Skills

Bridge inspection

Load rating calculations

Project management

Mentoring

Team leadership

Engineering analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's degree in Engineering

PhD in Engineering

Tools

AASHTOWare Bridge Rating (BrR)

CSI Bridge

Job description

What We're Looking For At HNTB, you can build a career that is meaningful to you while contributing to communities that matter. For more than a century, we have delivered solutions for some of the nation's largest and most complex infrastructure projects. With continued growth, this is an exciting time to join our team of employee-owners. This position primarily supports bridge and tunnel inspection projects, including routine, in-depth, and special inspections in accordance with applicable state and federal requirements. The Engineer III is responsible for assisting in the planning, execution, and documentation of inspections, including preparation of field notes, defect identification, and development of repair recommendations. The role includes performing and supporting as-inspected load ratings using established methodologies and software, as well as assisting in the evaluation of structural capacity and condition. The Engineer III works closely with Project Managers and Team Leaders to support inspection program delivery, report preparation, and client coordination. This position also involves responding to emergency inspection requests, including rapid condition assessments following incidents or structural concerns, and supporting the development of immediate repair or stabilization recommendations. The Engineer III applies standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria across a range of inspection and rehabilitation projects. Responsibilities may also include mentoring junior staff, reviewing work products, and contributing to the continuous improvement of inspection and data management processes. As part of the team, you will contribute to the successful delivery of inspection and asset management services for a diverse portfolio of transportation infrastructure clients.

What You'll Do:

• Completes assigned work within the schedule and number of hours provided.
• Assist in the development of project specifications.
• Responsible for development of discipline specific engineering project elements/deliverables such as reports, designs, and plans.
• Aids in the coordination and productivity of project team members.
• Provides technical guidance to less experienced engineering project team members.
• Works closely with other disciplines and on multi-discipline projects.
• Performs quality control reviews of discipline - specific engineering project elements/deliverables.
• Assists with coordination and planning of schedules, hours, and distribution of work within discipline.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What You'll Need:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering and 4 years of relevant experience,
• Master's degree in Engineering and 3 year of relevant experience,
• PhD in Engineering and 2 years of relevant experience

What You'll Bring:

• Perform and supervise bridge inspection services including schedling, inspections, report writing and review and database management.
• Perform and/or review structural load rating calculations of various bridges.
• Develop project inspection and safety criteria, load rating calculations, and estimating National Bridge Element quantities and costs.
• Cost control on projects and quality control within bridge discipline.
• Resolve problems, interpret engineering specifications, investigate structural deficiencies and field engineering difficulties and coordinate schedules.
• Manage single and multi-discipline structural engineering projects
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring of project team members, including other engineers and technical support staff such as (Assistant Team Leaders and Subconsultants).
• Lead a small team of engineers in the execution of project design and production on both small and large projects.
• Prepare and check condition survey drawings and/or specifications.
• Review and check engineering work completed by others.
• Oversee planning and inspection phases of projects.
• Market to clients in pursuit of additional projects.

What We Prefer:

• PE licensure in the states of NJ and NY.
• Bridge inspection experience with local agencies such as PANY&NJ, NJ Transit, NJTA and/or NJDOT.
• Successful completion of FHWA National Institute's 130092 training course "Fundamentals of LRFR and Application of LRFR for Bridge Superstructures" and 130078 "Bridge Inspection Techniques for Nonredundant Steel Tension Members" within the last 5 years.
• Successful completion of FHWA National Institute's 2 week training course 130055 "Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges" including 5 year refresher training 130053 as needed.
• Successful completion of FHWA National Institutes' 130110 "Tunnel Safety Inspection" training.
• Experience with load ratings using software packages such as AASHTOWare's Bridge Rating (BrR), CSi Bridge, etc.
• Physically capable of performing continuous field work including working at heights, within confined spaces, using specialized bridge inspection access equipment, carrying ladders and gear, working in adverse weather conditions, and working alongside highways and/or railroads using traffic and railroad flagging protection services as needed, etc.
• OSHA 10 hour certification.

Locations

Parsippany, NJ (Fairfield)

The approximate pay range for New Jersey is $100,048.18 - $156,485.61. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position based on all selected locations within the state at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent on factors, including but not limited to, the individual’s qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as physical work location within the state.

At HNTB, we are harnessing the power of collaboration and innovation to establish a new vision for the future of mobility across our country. You don’t have to look far to see our impact. For more than a century, HNTB’s spark has connected people and places, expanded opportunity, and left a lasting impact on our communities.

Our culture of integrity and inclusion, combined with groundbreaking solutions, has affirmed our reputation and positioned our firm as the industry leader in delivering extraordinary value. When you join HNTB, you are joining an employee-owned firm founded on the values of integrity, collaboration, personal accountability, respect for others, and the development of all employees. We are committed to the continual improvement of an inclusive workplace. We encourage our employees to bring their whole and authentic selves to work, provide them a meaningful welcoming environment where they are valued, celebrated and respected. Diversity of thought and unique perspectives drives innovation, engagement and retention, which makes HNTB better and brings value to our clients and our communities.

Equal Opportunity Employer HNTB is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other status protected by law. We will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with a disability where appropriate.

Work Authorization In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, we will only employ qualified individuals legally authorized to work in the United States (if the position is or will be one which is subject to U.S. law). Verification of employment eligibility will be required. HNTB participates in E-Verify Know your rights: Right to Work