Structural Project Engineer - Transportation (Bridge Inspection)

LJA • Fort Worth, TX

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About The Position

As a Project Engineer in LJA Transportation, you will lead the planning and field inspection of bridges and prepare bridge inspection reports and evaluations of other transportation structures. You will collaborate with inspectors and train junior staff in field inspection activities and state-specific practices. Depending on your qualifications, you may inspect other structure types and use traditional and advanced nondestructive evaluation (NDE) methods. The role also performs load ratings of existing structures; other activities may include designing repairs and developing maintenance plans.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Texas.
• Qualified Bridge Inspection Team Lead in the State of Texas.
• 7+ years of progressive structural engineering experience.
• 4+ years of NBIS bridge inspection experience.
• Recent experience with National Bridge Inspection Standards (NBIS) and Specifications for National Bridge Inspection (SNBI).
• Current on NBIS requirements to serve as a Qualified Team Lead.
• Proficiency with load ratings and load rating software.

Nice To Haves

• Experience performing bridge inspections in Texas is desired.
• Strong attention to detail, exceptional work ethic, and proven ability to mentor others.
• Strong communication and cross-functional partnership skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a technical resource for bridge inspections.
• Develop, train, and lead inspection staff.
• Plan, schedule, and perform bridge inspections.
• Prepare or review bridge inspection reports.
• Perform or check load ratings.
• Implement procedural updates for quality control of bridge inspections.
• Inspect other transportation structures.
• Perform condition assessments of bridges and other transportation structures.
• Prepare bridge repair and rehabilitation plans.

Benefits

• Paid time off, paid holidays, and a full office closure between Christmas and New Year’s.
• Health, dental, and pet insurance plan options, along with mental health support.
• Paid maternity and parental leave.
• Tuition reimbursement and in-house courses.
• Referral bonuses.
• Company-sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives.
• Memberships to industry organizations.
• Internal mobility opportunities.
• LJA social events, employee sports teams, and bring-your-kid-to-work day.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior