Structural Field Inspector

Middough Inc.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Tuition Assistance

Certifications and Registrations

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Middough Inc. is seeking a Structural Field Inspector to serve as the company’s field representative, documenting existing conditions for engineered repair plans at client locations.

The role may also involve monitoring repairs or installations based on inspection findings. You will deploy to field sites to identify deficiencies, coordinate with engineering for remediation actions, prepare daily and final reports, and depict findings with sketches and site drawings.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Engineering Technology, Construction Management, or a related technical field preferred; High School diploma required with relevant experience
• 1-3 years of experience in structural or mechanical inspection, asset integrity, or similar technical field
• Basic knowledge of AutoCAD
• Hands-on experience with nondestructive testing (NDT) methods such as VT, UT, MT, or PT is a plus
• Familiar with construction materials, methods, and processes
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and attention to detail abilities
• Ability to multitask and organize for project efficiency
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Deploy to field locations to identify and detect deficiencies in structural systems and recommend remediation actions
• Coordinate with engineering for complex deficiencies and recommended actions
• Rely on past experiences to determine state of a structural element
• Prepare daily and final reports based on on-site inspections
• Utilize sketches and drawings to depict inspection findings and recommendations for repair
• Read site drawings and adjust plans based on inspection results
• Keep current with developments in inspection standards, codes, and procedures
• Provide technical support in resolving inspection-method-related problems
• Adhere to safety policies in a heavy industrial setting

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Associate degree in Engineering Technology/Construction Management

High School diploma

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Office

NDT tools

Job description

Structural Field Inspector - Position and Responsibilities

As a Structural Field Inspector with Middough, you will be the company\'s field representative and gather documentation of existing conditions for the development of engineered repairs of deficiencies found at client locations. The Inspector may also be a construction monitor during repairs or installation of structures and modifications resulting from the inspection findings.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Deploy to field locations to identify and detect deficiencies in structural systems and recommend actions for remediation.
• For complex deficiencies, coordinate with the engineering department for recommended actions.
• Rely on past experiences to determine state of a structural element.
• Prepare daily reports, along with a final report on information retrieved from on-site inspections.
• Utilize sketches and drawings to depict inspection findings and recommendations for repair.
• Read site drawings and make changes accordingly based upon inspection results.
• Keep current of the latest developments in equipment inspection standards, codes, practices, procedures, methods, inspection equipment, as applicable.
• Provide technical support in resolving problems concerning inspection methods and procedures of completing work within the scope and intent of applicable codes and standards.
• Adhere to all safety policies within a heavy industrial setting.

Education, Experience and Skills

The successful candidate will possess the following:

• Associate degree in Engineering Technology, Construction Management, or a related technical field preferred. High School diploma required to consider other relevant experience.
• 1-3 years of experience in structural or mechanical inspection, asset integrity, or a similar technical field.
• Basic knowledge of AutoCAD.
• Hands-on experience with nondestructive testing (NDT) methods such as VT, UT, MT, or PT is a plus.
• Familiar with a broad spectrum of construction materials, methods, and processes.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and attention to detail abilities.
• Ability to multitask and organize for project efficiency.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Physical Requirements

The characteristics described below are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing duties of this position, the successful candidate will:

• Frequently walk up to and more than 10,000 steps per day, reach with hands and arms, climb several flights of stairs per day, ladder ascending and descending, balance, stoop or kneel, bend/twist, and use repeating motions that may include the wrists/hands/fingers.
• Must have the ability to hear and speak at all times.
• Subject to confined space entries and non-confined space work requiring bending, reaching, climbing with inspection tools, harnesses, and lanyards.
• Frequent use of hand tools including but not limited to hammers, wire brushes, tape measures, etc.
• Infrequent ability to move up to 50 pounds and frequent ability to move up to 10 pounds.
• Frequently use up-close vision, distance vision, depth perceptions, and the ability to adjust focus.
• May be exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as climbing ladders and/or stairs, extreme heat and/or cold, and/or poor air quality) if or when on-site at a client facility. Safety protections to be provided by the client and/or company and are required to be used and followed.
• Should not expect adverse environmental conditions within company offices.
• Requires frequent car and/or occasional air travel to other company locations or client sites.
• This position requires the candidate/employee to possess and maintain a valid driver\'s license in their state of residence and active auto insurance coverage.

About Middough

Middough Inc. (Middough), founded in 1950, is a leading professional engineering, architecture and project solutions company providing services to a broad spectrum of Fortune 500 clients in nine core industries with offices across the Central, Midwest and Northeast regions. Our diversified team is our greatest asset, and they are challenged with a large variety of interesting projects, management and technical development opportunities and team building experiences. Middough employs the best and brightest individuals who share our passion for excellence and who are dedicated to client satisfaction, quality service, safety awareness and professional development.

What Middough Offers

We offer a growth and learning culture which encourages and supports employee development through a wide variety of tools and resources such as the company Learning Management System, Middough Learning Center. Middough provides an opportunity to bring your talents and expertise to a successful and growing organization for your career advancement goals. Additionally, we offer a highly competitive compensation and the following comprehensive benefits package, based on eligibility and plan terms/changes:

• A hybrid work model for work-life flexibility (based on business and client needs)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Company paid Short/Long Term Disability, Life, AD&D, and Travel insurance
• Health Saving and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) Plan
• Paid Time Off, Company Paid Holidays
• Tuition Assistance
• Paid Certifications and Registrations (as applicable)
• Employee Assistance Program

Middough participates in the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and Social Security Administration (SSA) E-Verify program to confirm work authorization.

Equal Opportunity Employment

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, status as a parent, national origin, age, disability (physical or mental), family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors or any other protected characteristic under protected by federal, state, or local laws. Middough does not support sponsorship for any applicant that requires an employment visa (i.e., H-1B) to work lawfully in the US.