Structural Engineer/Inspection Team Leader (Bridge and Tunnel)

Jacobs; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 103,600 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan with stock purchase option

Unlimited PTO and paid holidays

Caregiver leave

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a Structural Engineer / Inspection Team Leader to spearhead bridge and tunnel inspection contracts in New England, collaborating with MassDOT, RIDOT, CTDOT, and VTrans.

You will conduct NBIS/NTIS inspections, coordinate traffic closures, and manage equipment rentals while ensuring audit‑quality reports for DOTs. In the region, you may contribute to design and rehabilitation projects, including calculations, estimates, and reports.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Engineering degree is required.
• Substantial professional experience on bridge and/or tunnel inspection and design.
• Qualified NBIS team leader for bridge and tunnel inspections.
• Completed FHWA‑NHI two‑week course (Safety Inspection of In‑service Bridges).
• Completed FHWA‑NHI tunnel inspection course (Tunnel Safety Inspection).
• Experience performing NBIS inspections of various types of bridges.

Responsibilities

• Perform NBIS/NTIS inspections per standards.
• Schedule traffic closures and coordinate equipment rentals.
• Liaise with DOT personnel for bridge access and inspection coordination.
• Assist in completing, checking, and submitting inspection reports.
• Report audit‑quality results to the respective DOTs.
• Lead tunnel and bridge inspection teams and prepare related reports and estimates.

Skills

Bridge inspection leadership

Tunnel inspection leadership

NBIS/NTIS standards knowledge

Education

Bachelor of Engineering degree

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

AASHTO BrR/BrM

AASHTO LRFD

FHWA‑NHI courses

Job description

Overview

At Jacobs, we’re challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world’s most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission‑critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery, and cutting‑edge manufacturing. We transform abstract ideas into realities that make the world a better place.

Your impact

If you are ready to bridge the gap between our world and our people, join Jacobs. As a Structural Engineer / Inspection Team Leader, you’ll be a vital member of our New England team, leading bridge and tunnel inspection contracts with clients such as MassDOT, RIDOT, CTDOT, and VTrans.

You’ll perform inspections per NBIS and NTIS standards, schedule traffic closures, coordinate the rental of inspection equipment, and liaise with DOT personnel for bridge access. You’ll assist in completing, checking, and submitting bridge inspection reports, and report audit‑quality results to the respective DOTs.

In the New England region, team leaders can also assist in bridge design and rehabilitation projects—performing design calculations, estimates, and specifications, as well as bridge rating calculations and reports. Tunnel assignments involve routine and special member inspections in DOT tunnels. You’ll lead teams, identify action items, help schedule inspections (traffic closures, equipment rentals), and prepare tunnel inspection reports and quantity estimates.

Tunnel inspectors may also work on repair or rehabilitation contracts, performing field work to identify defects, generate repair recommendations, and prepare design documents for the recommended work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Engineering degree
• Substantial professional experience on bridge and/or tunnel inspection and design
• Qualified NBIS team leader for bridge and tunnel inspections
• Completed FHWA‑NHI two‑week course (Safety Inspection of In‑service Bridges)
• Completed FHWA‑NHI tunnel inspection course (Tunnel Safety Inspection)
• Experience performing NBIS inspections of various types of bridges

Ideal qualifications

• Active Professional Engineer’s License (PE)
• Experience with AASHTO BrR and BrM (or similar, such as PONTIS or MassDOT 4D)
• Solid understanding of and experience applying the AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications to transportation structures
• Completion of FHWA‑NHI‑130078 Fracture Critical Inspection Techniques for Steel Bridges
• Demonstrated knowledge of structural design/analysis programs
• Completed OSHA Confined Space Entry Training (OSHA 29 CFR 1910.146)

Benefits

Our health and welfare benefits invest in you and your well‑being. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may enroll in a deferred compensation or Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs offers unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. Certain roles qualify for additional rewards, including merit increases, discretionary bonuses, and stock.

Salary Range

$103,600.00 to $140,000.00. Pay is determined by location and other factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and education.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Position Status

Job posted on December 16, 2025. The position will remain open for at least 3 days.