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About the Role

This position focuses on bridge inspections in accordance with FHWA’s National Bridge Inspection Standards (NBIS) and in-depth bridge evaluation and preservation projects. The role involves field inspections, documentation, data interpretation, and report writing, with opportunities to support diagnostic testing, structural monitoring, and nondestructive evaluation. Candidates with an engineering background will also support bridge load rating and structural analysis. This role offers a mix of hands-on field work and office-based reporting, providing a well-rounded skill set in bridge inspection and evaluation within a growth-oriented professional consulting group.

Responsibilities

Assist in routine NBIS and the Specifications for the National Bridge Inventory (SNBI)
Document component ratings, element condition states, and findings
Prepare inspection reports and update owner web-based reporting systems
Perform field work from ground level, ladders, hydraulic access equipment (e.g., UBIT), or using rope access techniques
Coordinate with project managers, senior engineers, and clients on schedules, logistics, and deliverables
Update internal documentation upon project completion and share lessons learned with the team
Work in a variety of conditions including working at heights, overnight shifts, and in all types of weather
Perform other duties as assigned
Perform in-depth, Nonredundant Steel Tension Member (NSTM), damage, and special inspections in accordance with NBIS and the Specifications for the National Bridge Inventory (SNBI)
Develop AASHTOWare Bridge Rating models and load ratings in accordance with the AASHTO Manual for Bridge Evaluation (MBE), owner load rating manuals, and client specifications
Compute member capacities and rating factors using LRFR, LFR, and ASR methods, including legal, permit, and emergency vehicle loads
Incorporate section loss, deterioration, and damage documented during inspection into load ratings
Develop finite element models for refined analysis, model calibration, and load rating of complex or non-standard structures
Support the evaluation of load posting needs and critical findings under the direction of a licensed Professional Engineer
Prepare load rating reports, summary sheets, and submittal documentation to the quality of submitting to a client
Support in-depth structural evaluations of deteriorated or damaged bridges, including investigation of the causes of distress
Assist in developing repair, rehabilitation, and preservation recommendations, with supporting calculations, details, and cost estimates as appropriate to qualifications
Prepare technical memoranda and reports summarizing findings and recommendations for bridge owners

Requirements

1–3 years of experience in bridge inspection
Successful completion of NHI’s Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges course (FHWA-NHI-130055), or an FHWA-approved equivalent comprehensive bridge inspection training course, required
Proficient with Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel
Willingness to travel (up to 75%), including overnight to conduct field work
Able to work schedules which may extend the typical workweek or work hours according to project specific requirements
Able to lift at least 50 lbs and have stamina for moderate physical activity
Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record
Bachelor’s degree in civil or structural engineering from an ABET-accredited program (for engineering background)
EIT/EI certification and the ability to support bridge load rating and structural analysis (for engineering background)
Bridge load rating or structural analysis experience is a plus (for engineering background)

Skills

Bridge inspection in accordance with NBIS and SNBI
Element-level condition assessment
Practical understanding of structural behavior and how concrete and steel bridges deteriorate in service
Technical writing
Communication with clients, bridge owners, and project teams
Safe field practices, including use of access equipment and hand and power tools
Application of the AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications, the Manual for Bridge Evaluation, and state DOT load rating guidance (for engineering background)
Load rating with AASHTOWare Bridge Rating and refined analysis using finite element software (for engineering background)
Programming and scripting (Python, MATLAB, VBA, or similar) to streamline analysis and data processing (for engineering background)

Location

Austin, TX

Work Type

Field work
Office-based
Travel

Experience Level

1-3 years

Education Level

Bachelor's degree in civil or structural engineering
EIT/EI certification

Salary/Compensations

$50,000 - $80,000 per year

Benefits

Paid time off and paid holidays
401(k) with company match: 100% match on contributions up to 3%, plus 50% match on contributions up to 5%
Competitive medical insurance coverage with generous employer contributions
Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer funding
Company-paid life, AD&D, and disability insurances
Optional dental, vision, hospital, critical illness, accident, and pet insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

About the Company

BDI provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Equal Opportunity

BDI provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.