Bridge Inspector/Engineer

HDR; Pensacola (FL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering firm is seeking a Bridge Inspector/Engineer in Florida to conduct inspections of bridges and infrastructure. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in Civil Engineering, a PE license, and a minimum of seven years of structural inspection experience. Competitive compensation and a collaborative work environment are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of structural inspection experience.
• Successful completion of comprehensive training for Bridge Inspection Team Leader.
• Experience using various engineering software and structural analysis programs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections of bridges and other structures for various agencies.
• Develop bridge inspection reports summarizing outcomes.
• Lead business development efforts with clients.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Structural inspection

Bridge design

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license

Tools

Bluebeam Revu

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office Suite

LEAP Bridge Enterprise

midas Civil

Job description

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At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

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In the role of Bridge Inspector/Engineer, we'll count on you to:

• Function as part of a team to complete initial, routine, in-depth, and fracture‑critical inspections of fixed, movable, and signature bridges; tunnels; dams; hydraulic structures; and other miscellaneous structures for Agencies (federal, state, local) and private owners using National Bridge Inspection Standards (NBIS), National Tunnel Inspection Standards (NTIS) and other relevant standards.
• Use various access techniques including under‑bridge inspection equipment or other access methods to complete structural field inspections.
• Lead or assist with team planning and coordination to complete inspections.
• Develop bridge inspection reports summarizing outcomes and condition assessments completed during inspections.
• Complete structural load ratings as needed.
• Lead or assist with business development efforts with new and existing clients.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering Degree
• PE in Florida (or can obtain same through reciprocity within 6 months)
• Successful completion of FHWA‑NHI approved comprehensive training to become a certified Bridge Inspection Team Leader
• Successful completion of FHWA‑NHI approved bridge inspector refresher training course to maintain certified Bridge Inspection Team Leader status
• Successful completion of FHWA‑NHI approved fracture‑critical techniques for steel bridges training course
• Minimum of 7 years of structural inspection experience
• Willingness to travel within the United States to inspection sites
• Demonstrated leadership skills, communication skills, and ability to work with various teams
• FDOT Inspection Team Leader Certification
• Successful completion of FHWA‑NHI approved comprehensive training to become a certified Tunnel Inspection Team Leader
• Society of Professional Rope Access Technicians (SPRAT) Certification
• Mobile Elevating Working Platform (MEWP) Operator Certification for scissor lifts, manlifts, under‑bridge inspection vehicles (UBIV) and vehicle‑mounted bucket trucks and bucket vans

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• Previous experience in bridge design
• Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.
• Familiarity with Bluebeam Revu and engineering software packages such as: LEAP Bridge Enterprise, FB‑MultiPier, LPile, AASHTOWare BrR, midas Civil, MDX, SAP2000, CSiBridge, RM Bridge, spColumn, STLBridgeLRFD, or STLBridge.
• Knowledge of ADINA, LUSAS, Bentley OpenBridge Designer and OpenBridge Modeler and/or Autodesk Infraworks and Civil3d.
• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite, MicroStation, AutoCAD, MathCAD, LARSA, Prestress Concrete Design
• Experience using structural analysis programs and bridge design software
• Experience managing junior staff
• Excellent communication skills and working in a team environment
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location: United States-Florida-Jacksonville

Other Locations: United States-Florida-Doral, United States-Florida-Tampa, United States-Florida-West Palm Beach, United States-Florida-Pensacola, United States-Florida-Fort Lauderdale, United States-Florida-Tallahassee, United States-Florida-Orlando

Industry: Bridges

Schedule: Full‑time

Employee Status: Regular

Business Class: Bridges and Structures

Job Posting: Oct 28, 2025

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

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Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Management, Consulting, and Engineering

Industries

Civil Engineering, Truck Transportation, and Construction