Bridge Engineer/Inspector - 2650DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES:
Interested in joining our team? Great! We're looking for top talent to grow with our firm.Responsibilities
bridge 24What you'll be challenged to do:
The TranSystems' Philadelphia area offices have an immediate opening for a Bridge Engineer/Inspector with a focus on bridge inspection. This position is open to entry level engineers up through 6 years of experience. This position includes structural design, rehabilitation, and inspection of bridges along with the preparation of load ratings, construction documents, specifications, and estimates. In addition, duties may include construction inspection services. Day to day assignments and technical guidance will be provided by current staff Project Managers and Project Engineers. Assignments may involve travel within the continental United States.Primary Responsibilities (others may be included):
Bridge inspection assignments as an Inspection Team Member and prepare bridge inspection reports documenting inspection findings
Bridge Design assignments involving contract plans preparation and specifications requiring quality presentation, thoroughness and follow-through, and efficient conformance to budgets and schedules
Developing and analyzing design options
Maintaining organized design calculation and project data
Performing load ratings analysis
Calculation of quantities and development of cost estimates
Office support for construction support services
Work with contractor or other consultants to develop demolition and erection plans, temporary sheeting, cofferdam designs, and temporary supports
Review shop drawing submittals. Organize submittals and address questions from contractors during the construction phases of structuresQualifications
What you bring to our firm:
Bachelor's degree in civil and/or structural engineering with an emphasis in structures from an ABET-accredited university or college.
Completion of the Engineering-in-Training exam is strongly encouraged.
Team oriented engineer and strong communicator with ability to work concurrently within multiple project demands and transitioning priorities.
Working knowledge of MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc.).
Able and willing to travel within the continental United States.
Physically capable of performing field work including working at heights, carrying ladders and gear, working in adverse weather conditions, etc.
Actively engages multiple perspectives when solving problems, seeks to learn from peers, and encourages reciprocal learning among team members.
Valid Driver's License.
Actively engages multiple perspectives when solving problems, seeks to learn from peers, and encourages reciprocal learning among team members.What we'd prefer for you to bring to our firm:
Master degree in civil/structural engineering
Experience with Bentley MicroStation and/or AutoCAD
Experience in new bridge design, bridge rehabilitation, and/or inspection of bridges.
Experience with common commercial structural software.
No relocation assistance - Local candidates preferred.
Completion of the following: NHI Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges (FHWA-NHI-130055) and/or PennDOT's Certified Bridge Safety Inspector Course with up-to-date refresher courses.
Rope access experience or an interest in learning rope access techniques (SPRAT, IRATA).
Registration as a licensed Professional Engineer in PA.Work Environment:
The work environment will include a mixture of office and field work.
The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, depending on field assignments. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasional y exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, however, construction and field assignments can be severe (i.e. Airport noise, inside factories, construction equipment, jack hammers, etc).Physical Requirement:
The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, talk or hear, and drive a car. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include ability to adjust focus.Featured Benefits:
Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
Access to company vehicle provided for inspection work.
Comprehensive health benefits package including wellness, maternity/paternity leave, and employer paid AD&D, STD, and LTD.
401(k) company match
Vacation accrual separate from sick time.
Eleven (11) paid holidays for 2024 with the option to substitute 2 holidays for employees to celebrate other day(s) of significance.
Six (6) day winter break in 2024 that is included in the paid holiday schedule.TranSystems is proud to be an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer and ensures nondiscrimination and equal employment opportunity in all programs and activities in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, age, national origin, pregnancy status, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status, disability, protected Veteran status or any other status protected by law. In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, we will hire only U.S. citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States (if the position is or will be one which is subject to U.S. law).As the employer of choice, we are committed to action and strive for a company that reflects the vast diversity of our country and the communities we serve. TranSystems is committed to embracing diversity in all forms, including race, culture, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, thought and religious background. We acknowledge the impacts of prejudice and discrimination on historically underserved communities. We commit to establishing a more diverse, inclusive and positive work environment that drives innovation.Recruiters or staffing agencies: TranSystems is not obligated to compensate any external recruiter or search firm who presents a candidate, their resume, or profile to a TranSystems employee without 1) a current, fully-executed agreement on file and 2) being assigned to the open position (as a search) via our applicant tracking solution.
