Bridge Inspector Engineer, Early Career — Field Impact

Burgess & Niple; North Carolina; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel reimbursement

Job summary

Burgess & Niple is hiring a Bridge Inspector Engineer, Early Career to inspect bridges, culverts, and related structures across the United States. You will document conditions, perform analyses, and support load ratings as part of a growing engineering team.

Join a mentorship-driven culture, develop expertise in bridge mechanics and NBI standards, and travel extensively to project sites while contributing to safe and reliable transportation networks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited program
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or Engineer Intern registration or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire
• Physical capability to climb large bridge structures and withstand exertion including walking, climbing, bending, carrying, and lifting up to 60 lbs
• 0-2 years of bridge inspection engineering experience
• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills
• Microsoft Office proficiency; AutoCAD, MicroStation, BrM, BrR, AssetWise or other bridge inspection and design/rating software experience a plus
• Ability and willingness to travel extensively (up to 40%) throughout the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Inspect conventional and complex bridges, culverts, and structures nationwide as part of a team guided by experienced Professional Engineers
• Document and report bridge conditions for routine, in-depth, and NSTM inspection assignments using tablets, cameras, and industry-standard protocols
• Develop technical skills and advance knowledge based on the Specifications for the National Bridge Inventory (SNBI)
• Write detailed reports and perform analysis and load ratings of bridges and culverts for state DOTs, counties, and municipalities
• Prepare drawings in MicroStation or AutoCAD to support rehabilitation recommendations and preventative maintenance strategies
• Collaborate with public agency clients to assess and improve bridge infrastructure

Job description

Burgess & Niple is hiring a Bridge Inspector Engineer, Early Career to inspect bridges, culverts, and related structures across the United States. You will document conditions, perform analyses, and support load ratings as part of a growing engineering team.

Join a mentorship-driven culture, develop expertise in bridge mechanics and NBI standards, and travel extensively to project sites while contributing to safe and reliable transportation networks.