Bridge Inspector

Mid-Atlantic Engineering Group; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Inspection truck provided

All travel expenses covered

Career path to leadership

Responsive culture

Job summary

Mid-Atlantic Engineering Group in South Carolina is seeking a Senior Bridge Inspector to lead NBIS, DOT and AASHTO inspections statewide while mentoring junior inspectors and coordinating field teams. Join a fast-growing practice that equips you with the latest inspection technology, including drones and lidar, and provides a clear path to Project Manager or Practice Lead as you help keep communities safe.

Strong technical focus, travel readiness, and leadership in bridge safety are essential

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 a bridge inspection crew performing NBIS, DOT and AASHTO work statewide and mentor junior inspectors.
• Set inspection 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 early.
• Deliver element-level and fracture-critical inspections that keep communities moving safely.
• Travel up to 50% within South Carolina, with some visits to the Virginia headquarters.

Skills

Bridge inspection

DOT regulations

Leadership

Mentoring junior staff

Driver's license

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