Structural Bridge Inspector (Team Leader) - TranSystems Corporation

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Interested in joining our team? Great! We’re looking for top talent to grow with our firm.

What you'll be challenged to do:

TranSystems’ Schaumburg, Illinois office has an immediate opening for an experienced Bridge Inspection Team Leader/Bridge Engineer. This position is open to engineers from 3 to 10 years of experience and includes inspection of bridges along with opportunity for the preparation of load ratings, structural design, rehabilitation, construction documents, specifications, and estimates. Day to day assignments and technical guidance will be provided by current staff Project Managers. Assignments will involve travel within the continental United States. TranSystems has a National Bridge Inspection Practice, and the successful candidate will have the opportunity to work at the National level for agencies in Massachusetts, Maine, Connecticut, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Maryland, South Carolina, Florida, Ohio, Illinois, Missouri, Iowa, Texas, California, and others as we grow.

The right candidate should be enthusiastic and passionate about focusing on the inspection and evaluation of in-service structures. There are opportunities to be trained and/or join TranSystems’ growing National Rope Access Team. There are also opportunities to be involved in TranSystems' UAS (drone) inspection program.

General Duties & Responsibilities include the following:  

• Performing bridge inspection assignments on complex and signature structures as well as simple structures which includes documenting clear and detailed inspection findings.
• Preparing concise structure inspection evaluation reports
• Assisting with the planning and preparation of field inspections, business proposals, cost proposals, and safety plans.
• Performing load rating analyses.
• Assists others in analyzing information and data to perform inspection/design tasks.
• Receives instructions from Project Manager or Senior Project Engineers as to the general results expected.
• Responsible for accuracy of engineering design, reports, load ratings, and plans, quality presentation, thoroughness and follow-through, and efficient conformance to budgets, schedules, and company standards.
• Research design options and document findings for Senior Project Engineer.
• Stays informed with code requirements, state inspection manuals, and relevant manuals/resources\
• Keeps Senior Project Manager informed of workload and any changes in project schedule or scope or additional services.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.

What you bring to our firm:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil and/or structural engineering with an emphasis in structures from an ABET-accredited university or college
• Completion of the Engineering-in-Training exam is required.
• Individuals should have experience in reading plans and shop drawings
• Team oriented engineer with strong communication skills.
• Working knowledge of MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc.), and experience with engineering design packages such as AutoCAD (desirable), MicroStation (required), AASHTO BrR. Staad.Pro, MathCAD, LUSAS and/or other structural analysis software systems.
• Able and willing to travel within the continental United States
• Physically capable of performing field work including working at heights, carrying ladders and gear, working in adverse weather conditions, etc.
• Experience with the operation of bucket trucks, manlifts, and under bridge inspection vehicles (snoopers).
• Valid Driver’s License
• Actively engages multiple perspectives when solving problems, seeks to learn from peers, and encourages reciprocal learning among team members.
• Actively advocates for full inclusion in the workplace, fostering an environment that welcomes diversity and values equity for all employees, partners, clients, and the communities that TranSystems serves.

What we’d prefer for you to bring to our firm:

• Rope access experience or an interest in learning rope access techniques (SPRAT, IRATA)
• Intimate experience with Microsoft Excel including basic programming ability
• Proficient in Microsoft Work and technical writing
• Completion of the following: NHI Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges (FHWA-NHI-130055) and NHI Fracture Critical Inspection Techniques for Steel Bridges (FHWA-NHI-130078) 
• Registration as a licensed Professional Engineer in Illinois or possess an NCEES Record

Featured Benefits: 

• Hybrid and remote work environment.
  
• Comprehensive health benefits package including wellness, maternity/paternity leave, and employer paid AD&D, STD, and LTD.
• 401(k) company match
• Vacation accrual separate from sick time.
• Eleven (11) paid holidays for 2024 with the option to substitute 2 holidays for employees to celebrate other day(s) of significance.
• Six (6) day winter break in 2024 that is included in the paid holiday schedule.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, depending on field assignments. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, however, construction and field assignments can be severe (i.e. Airport noise, inside factories, construction equipment, jack hammers, etc).

The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, talk or hear, and drive a car. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include ability to adjust focus.

TranSystems is proud to be an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer and ensures nondiscrimination and equal employment opportunity in all programs and activities in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, age, national origin, pregnancy status, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status, disability, protected Veteran status or any other status protected by law. In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, we will hire only U.S. citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States (if the position is or will be one which is subject to U.S. law).

As the employer of choice, we are committed to action and strive for a company that reflects the vast diversity of our country and the communities we serve. TranSystems is committed to embracing diversity in all forms, including race, culture, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, thought and religious background. We acknowledge the impacts of prejudice and discrimination on historically underserved communities. We commit to establishing a more diverse, inclusive and positive work environment that drives innovation.

Recruiters or staffing agencies: TranSystems is not obligated to compensate any external recruiter or search firm who presents a candidate, their resume, or profile to a TranSystems employee without 1) a current, fully-executed agreement on file and 2) being assigned to the open position (as a search) via our applicant tracking solution.