Bridge Inspection Assistant Team Leader

WSP•Pittsburgh, PA

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About The Position

WSP is seeking a Bridge Inspection Assistant Team Leader, Structural Engineer to join its Bridge & Infrastructure Inspection Team in Western Pennsylvania, with offices in Pittsburgh and Wexford. This role is suitable for someone new to bridge inspection who is interested in becoming a Team Leader. The position involves bridge, tunnel, and ancillary inspections, structural engineering work, load-rating support, and collaboration on multiple concurrent projects. Work may be split approximately 50% in the field and 50% in the office. Fieldwork may involve heights, confined spaces, climbing, carrying ladders and equipment, adverse weather, nighttime work, and working near moving vehicles. Schedules may extend beyond a typical workweek, and occasional travel, including overnight stays, may be required. Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Structural Engineering or Civil Engineering, or equivalent.
Current Nationally Certified Bridge Inspector (NCBI) certification through successful completion of an FHWA-approved comprehensive bridge inspection training course or PennDOT equivalent.
PennDOT Certified Bridge Safety Inspector (CBSI) certification, to be obtained within the first 6–9 months of employment.
0–3 years of experience in bridge, tunnel, or ancillary inspection or design, or other infrastructure-related work.
Engineer in Training (EIT) certification.
Proficient knowledge of structural engineering principles, practices, processes, design/build, and their application to project work.
Demonstrated interest in structures, transportation, or a related field, and a strong desire to advance relevant skills.
Physical capability to perform continuous fieldwork, including working at heights and in close quarters, climbing, carrying ladders and gear, working in adverse weather and at night, and working around moving vehicles.
Valid driver’s license and successful completion of a Motor Vehicle Record check.
Competent interpersonal and communication skills, including communicating effectively and professionally with engineering and non-engineering audiences.
Ability to work independently with guidance from the Bridge Inspection Team Leader.
Advanced proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, technology, and tools.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Ability to uphold workplace safety and comply with WSP health, safety, drug/alcohol, and harassment policies.
Ability to work schedules that meet project-specific requirements and may extend beyond the typical workweek.
Willingness to travel occasionally, potentially including overnight stays, depending on project requirements.

Nice To Haves

Successful completion of the NHI Non-Redundant Steel Tension Members (NSTM) course.
Working knowledge of AutoCAD or MicroStation.
Membership in or active participation in local professional practice organizations, or willingness to participate.
Qualified candidates may be eligible for relocation assistance.

Responsibilities

Work with the Bridge & Infrastructure Inspection Team on inspection-related projects.
Serve as an Assistant Team Leader on bridge, tunnel, and ancillary inspections.
Perform structural engineering work and inspections.
Assist in preparing bridge and tunnel load ratings.
Assist with developing plans and sketches using AutoCAD or MicroStation.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to execute project work across multiple concurrent projects.
Provide guidance and training to entry-level engineers.
Support engineering tasks, project research, fieldwork, and preliminary design calculations and analysis.
Support preparation of cost proposals and scopes of work.
Assist with collecting and maintaining project documentation.
Complete training on assignment-specific tasks and remain current with structural engineering techniques and practices.
Make responsible and ethical decisions regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and follow WSP policies and its Code of Conduct.
Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.