Bridge Inspection Engineer

BRIDGE PRACTICE

Michael Baker International has addressed bridge design, construction and preservation challenges with innovative and sustainable solutions.

Exemplifying its depth and versatility in the bridge space, Michael Baker International, ranked Number Five by Engineering News-Record in its annual ranking of Bridge Design Firms in the United States, has partnered with clients on a full spectrum of bridge types-from conventional grade separations to major, complex river crossings, including trusses, arches, box girders and cable-stayed bridges.

DESCRIPTION

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Bridge Inspection Engineer to help oversee all aspects of Michael Baker's statewide bridge inspection program in Texas, including fieldwork, reporting, and QC/QA oversight.

Expertise in the FHWA's Specifications for the National Bridge Inventory (SNBI) are critical for this role.

In addition to performing fieldwork and generating reports, a key responsibility of this position will also be to review the work generated by other bridge inspectors, both internal and external, to ensure quality and compliance with all state and national requirements.

This position will also require specialized inspection techniques of complex and difficult to access bridge components.

In addition to working in Texas, this engineer will also work with other Michael Baker regional offices and with the National Bridge Practice on implementation of the bridge inspection program.

This will include training, updating manuals, and QC/QA oversight.

RESPONSIBILITIES


* Help to oversee the statewide bridge inspection program in Texas.


* Perform bridge inspection fieldwork, generate reports, and ensure compliance with DOT and FHWA requirements for bridge inspection.


* Ensure compliance with all NBI requirements, including Routine Safety Inspections, Underwater Inspections, and Nonredundant Steel Tension Member Inspections.


* Perform specialized bridge inspection activities on complex and difficult-to-access structures.


* Participate in business opportunities and pursuits with new and existing clients.


* Plan, coordinate, and execute project management (PM) work related to bridge inspection.


* Develop and implement bridge preservation strategies and activities.


* Monitor and evaluate the performance of bridge inspection and preservation programs.


* Provide technical guidance and support to staff and managers.


* Collaborate with other departments and stakeholders to ensure the successful completion of projects.


* Participate in Michael Baker's national bridge inspection program, including conducting training and updating manuals.

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS


* Bachelor's degree in Structural or Civil Engineering, or a related field.


* Professional Engineer (PE) license in the state of Texas, or ability to attain one within six months.


* Minimum of 5 years of experience in bridge inspection, preservat...