Bridge Inspection Engineer

Ayres Associates•Ashwaubenon, WI

About The Position

The Bridge Inspection Engineer performs essential bridge and structural inspections across the Midwest, primarily in Wisconsin and Michigan, with occasional winter travel to Florida. The position involves working outdoors in physically demanding, construction-like environments and spending approximately 65% of work time in the field and 35% in the office. Travel may involve mobilizing for up to two weeks at a time, with travel expenses covered. Working as part of a team, the engineer inspects bridges and other structures using applicable standards, documents field conditions, and may complete structural design or load ratings. The role can also involve planning and coordinating inspection teams, business development, and mentoring and guiding colleagues.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in civil or structural engineering.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, specifically Word and Excel.
Physical ability to swim, climb, negotiate work areas, and occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds.
Flexibility and willingness to travel within the United States and inspect sites for up to two weeks at a time.
Commitment to actively participate in the employee-owned culture.
Valid driver’s license and good driving record.

Nice To Haves

Commercial diver certification from an Association of Commercial Diving Educators-accredited school.
Ability to achieve professional engineer (PE) registration.
Experience in bridge inspection, sign inspection, load rating, or bridge design.
Current bridge inspection team leader in Wisconsin.
Successful completion of the FHWA NHI Underwater Bridge Inspection course.
Demonstrated leadership and communication skills and ability to work with various teams.
Society of Professional Rope Access Technicians (SPRAT) certification.

Responsibilities

Perform initial, routine, underwater, in-depth, and non-redundant steel tension member inspections of fixed, movable, pedestrian, and signature bridges; dams; hydraulic structures; and other structures for public agencies and private owners, using NBIS and other relevant standards.
Use under-bridge inspection equipment, industrial rope access, SCUBA or surface-supplied air, and other access methods to conduct structural field inspections.
Lead or assist with team planning and coordination for inspections.
Develop bridge inspection reports documenting field conditions.
Complete structural design or load ratings as needed.
Lead or assist with business development efforts involving new and existing clients.
Mentor, empower, and guide fellow staff.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance with affordable plans and flexible coverage options.
Short-term and long-term disability.
Paid membership dues to professional organizations.
Paid licensing exam and preparation course for professional certification.
Encouraged and reimbursed professional registrations and certifications.
Generous paid time off.
Paid holidays, including two floating holidays.
Flexible work schedules.
Flexible spending plans and Health Savings Account options.
401(k) with company match.
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
Peer recognition and mentor programs.
Young Professionals networking groups.
Social events, including sporting events, dragon boat races, annual parties, and summer picnics.