Sponsorship: Immigration related employment benefits, e.g., visa sponsorship, are not available for this position.
Join our nationally recognized team of bridge inspection professionals inspecting bridge and structural assets across the country, ranging from small, local structures to major river crossings. This position can be filled in either our Portland, OR, Boise, ID, Flagstaff, or Tempe, AZ office. We are seeking an entry-level Bridge Engineer to join our team in Summer 2026.
- Assist with in-service bridge inspection and bridge assessment project teams comprised of Professional Engineers, Engineers-In-Training, and Bridge Inspectors from around the U.S.
- Use rope-access, mechanical-access, and other means to access and assess the structural integrity of bridges of all sizes and types across the United States, primarily focused in the Pacific Northwest.
- Be responsible for documenting and reporting bridge conditions for routine or special bridge inspection assignments in accordance with National Bridge Inspection Standards (NBIS) and the upcoming Specifications for the National Bridge Inventory (SNBI).
- Write reports and analyze load ratings of bridges and culverts, working with DOTs, counties, and municipalities to assess and make bridge asset decisions.
- Prepare drawings in MicroStation or AutoCAD.
- Perform design calculations and load ratings of existing bridges on a limited basis.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Science degree from an ABET-accredited program in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering, or on track to graduate by Spring Semester 2026.
- Prior bridge inspection engineering experience is a plus.
- Engineering internships or construction experience are a plus.
- Engineer-in-Training (EIT or EI) registration is required or the ability to obtain it prior to the start date.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, and/or MicroStation required; AASHTOWare BrM experience is a plus.
- Prior attendance or willingness to attend NHI/FHWA Bridge Inspection, SPRAT, and OSHA Confined Space Trainings is a plus.
- A valid drivers license with an acceptable driving history is required.
- Ability to lift and carry 30 lbs. of gear and capable of high levels of physical exertion in all weather conditions.
- Willingness to work at heights often exceeding 100 feet above the ground.
- Ability to travel on project-related tasks in the Pacific Northwest and nationwide up to 100 days per year.
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