Bridge Load Rating & Inspection Engineer

Automatic Data Processing, Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 73,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO and holidays

401(k) with match

Medical insurance

Health Savings Account

Life and disability insurances

Dental and vision insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

BDI is seeking a civil/structural engineer to join our bridge health team in Austin, TX or Metairie, LA. You will perform load rating, NBIS compliance, inspection support, and in-depth evaluation for state DOTs and bridge owners. You will develop finite element models, QC/QA work, and prepare technical reports under a licensed PE.

Occasional travel and field work are required. You will work with senior engineers on full project life cycle, mentor junior staff, and contribute to preservation

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil or structural engineering from ABET‑accredited program.
• FE exam passed; EIT/EI certification required within 3 months of hire.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel).
• 1–3 years in bridge load rating, structural analysis, or bridge inspection; new grads welcome.
• FHWA-approved bridge inspection training preferred or willingness to complete within 12 months.
• Willingness to travel up to 25%, including overnight field work.
• Ability to work extended hours per project requirements.
• Lift at least 50 lbs and have stamina for moderate physical activity.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Develop load rating models using AASHTOWare Bridge Rating per MBÉ and client specs.
• Compute capacities using LRFR, LFR, and ASR with various loads.
• Incorporate deterioration from inspections into load ratings.
• Develop finite element models for refined analysis of complex structures.
• QC/QA load rating models and reports.
• Support load posting evaluations under licensed PE.
• Prepare load rating reports and client submissions.
• Assist NBIS/SNBI inspections and document findings.
• Update owner reporting systems with inspection results.
• Perform field work from ground, ladders, or rope access.

Skills

NCEES FE exam

EIT/EI certification

Travel willingness

Physical stamina

Driver's license

Education

ABET-accredited civil/structural engineering program

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

BDI is seeking a civil/structural engineer to join our bridge health team in Austin, TX or Metairie, LA. You will perform load rating, NBIS compliance, inspection support, and in-depth evaluation for state DOTs and bridge owners. You will develop finite element models, QC/QA work, and prepare technical reports under a licensed PE.

Occasional travel and field work are required. You will work with senior engineers on full project life cycle, mentor junior staff, and contribute to preservation