Bridge Inspector

Mid-Atlantic Engineering Group; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and full benefits

Company-provided 44 inspection truck,

PPE and advanced tech stack

Travel expenses covered

Career runway to leadership roles

Job summary

Mid-Atlantic Engineering Group is seeking a Senior Bridge Inspector to lead statewide NBIS, DOT and AASHTO inspections in the new South Carolina practice. You will mentor junior inspectors, set inspection plans, manage budgets, and maintain client touchpoints across highway, rail, and ancillary structures.

From drones to lidar and ultrasonic testing, you’ll apply advanced tools to detect issues early, shaping regional infrastructure while balancing travel within South Carolina and occasional

Qualifications

• 3+ years in bridge inspection, structural assessment or engineering.
• Deep knowledge of DOT regulations and bridge-management systems.
• Leadership experience guiding field teams and mentoring junior staff.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Lead an inspection crew performing NBIS, DOT and AASHTO work statewide and coach junior inspectors.
• Set schedules, manage budgets and handle client touchpoints for highway, rail and ancillary structures.
• Use drones, lidar, ultrasonic and other non-destructive tools to identify issues before they escalate.
• Deliver element-level and fracture-critical inspections that keep communities moving safely.

Skills

Bridge inspection

Leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Field supervision

Driver's license

Tools

Drones

Lidar

Ultrasonic testing

Job description

Senior Bridge Inspector Build South Carolina's Future with Mid-Atlantic Engineering Group

Why Your Next Chapter Starts Here

Mid-Atlantic Engineering Group began in 2012 as a two-person start-up driven by a passion for bridge safety. Today, we partner with Departments of Transportation and municipalities across the Mid-Atlantic, yet we still operate with small-team agility and a deep respect for technical expertise.

By joining our new South Carolina practice, you will shape local infrastructure from day onebacked by peers who share your love of solving tough structural puzzles and a company that equips you with the best inspection technology available.

What Makes This Role Different

• Lead & Mentor: Guide an inspection crew performing NBIS, DOT and AASHTO work statewide while coaching junior inspectors.
• Own the Plan: Set schedules, manage budgets and handle client touchpoints for highway, rail and ancillary structures.
• Advance the Craft: Use drones, lidar, ultrasonic and other non-destructive tools to identify issues before they become headlines.
• Shape Regional Infrastructure: Deliver element-level and fracture-critical inspections that keep communities moving safely.
• Balanced Travel: Expect 50 % travel or lessmostly day trips within South Carolina, with occasional overnights or visits to our Virginia headquarters.

How We Back You

• Competitive salary and full benefits package
• Company-provided 44 inspection truck, PPE and advanced tech stack
• All travel expenses covered
• Clear career runway to Project Manager, Practice Lead or specialized technical roles
• Culture of responsivenessleadership still rolls up their sleeves when deadlines are tight

What You'll Bring

• 3+ years in bridge inspection, structural assessment or engineering
• Deep knowledge of DOT regulations and bridge-management systems
• Leadership experience guiding field teams and mentoring junior staff
• Valid driver's license

The Intangibles

• Entrepreneurial voice with big-firm resources
• Colleagues who value collaboration, innovation and professional growth
• A mission that matters: every fracture you detect keeps families and commerce safe