Entry-Level Bridge Engineer & Inspector

Pickering, Corts & Summerson, Inc.; Newtown (PA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Pickering, Corts & Summerson, Inc. in Newtown, PA is seeking an Entry Level Engineer / Bridge Inspector. The role involves inspecting bridges and evaluating structural condition under NBIS and regulatory requirements, with responsibilities spanning field work and report preparation.

The position requires a Civil Engineering degree and an EIT or ability to obtain one, plus solid MS Word/Excel skills and familiarity with MicroStation or AutoCAD. Travel within PA/NJ/DE and outdoor work are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• EIT certification preferred.
• Proficient with Word & Excel.
• Experience with MicroStation or AutoCAD is a plus.
• Must possess a valid U.S. driver’s license.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment to reach mutual goals.
• Willingness to travel within PA, NJ and DE.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the inspection of bridges and foundations as required for structural integrity, general safety, and continued conformance to specifications and codes.
• Assist in writing draft reports for review by Team Leaders.
• Assist in the preparation of recommendations, including quantities and costs for repairs to bridges for review by the Inspection Team Leader.
• Assist in the use of inspection equipment, including but not limited to: metering devices, tape measures, calipers, ladders, cameras, probing rods, etc.
• Review and interpret plans, blueprints, and site layouts to ensure compliance to legal requirements and safety regulations.
• Assist in performing Load Ratings to determine Safe Load Capacity and Posting Level for structures inspected utilizing the Load and Resistance Factor (LRFD), Load Factor (LFD), and Allowable Stress (ASD) Design Methodologies.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

MS Word

MS Excel

Bridge inspection

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

EIT Certification

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Job description

Pickering, Corts & Summerson, Inc. in Newtown, PA is seeking an Entry Level Engineer / Bridge Inspector. The role involves inspecting bridges and evaluating structural condition under NBIS and regulatory requirements, with responsibilities spanning field work and report preparation.

The position requires a Civil Engineering degree and an EIT or ability to obtain one, plus solid MS Word/Excel skills and familiarity with MicroStation or AutoCAD. Travel within PA/NJ/DE and outdoor work are expected.