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Bridge Engineer, Inspector

STV · Chicago, IL · 2 wk ago
Engineering$104k–$119k/yrFull-time

About the role

The Bridge Engineer, Inspector position at STV is designed for a structural expert with a dual focus on Structural Design and Inspection Team Leadership. This role supports the design of complex new structures under AASHTO LRFD and AREMA specifications, while also serving as a certified Team Leader for NBIS bridge inspections.

Qualifications

  • Education: B.S. in Civil or Structural Engineering

  • Experience: 8–15 years of progressive experience in bridge design and inspection

  • Licensure: Illinois Professional Engineer, P.E. required

  • Certifications: Completion of NHI Course 130055, Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges

  • Current IDOT-Qualified Bridge Inspection Team Leader status

Technical Expertise

  • Proven track record designing new bridges according to AASHTO and AREMA standards

  • High proficiency in AASHTOWare BrR, LARSA 4D, and MicroStation, OpenBridge

Essential Functions

  • Technical Design: Support or lead the design and analysis for new highway, pedestrian, and railway bridges. Ensure all designs comply with AASHTO LRFD and AREMA Manual for Railway Engineering.

  • Inspection Team Leadership: Serve as the Team Leader for NBIS bridge safety inspections. Direct field operations, manage safety protocols, and mentor junior engineers during site visits.

Key Responsibilities

  • Structural Design: Lead the design and analysis for new highway, pedestrian, and railway bridges. Ensure all designs comply with AASHTO LRFD and AREMA Manual for Railway Engineering.

  • Inspection Team Leadership: Serve as the Qualified Team Leader for NBIS bridge safety inspections. Direct field operations, manage safety protocols, and mentor junior engineers during site visits.

Physical Requirements & Safety

  • Ability to lead field teams in challenging environments, including working at heights, near active rail lines, and over water.

  • Commitment to STV’s "Zero Harm" safety culture and the ability to coordinate complex field logistics (e.g., track time, flagging, and lane closures).

Pay & Benefits

Compensation Range: $104,402.58 - $119,317.24
STV offers the following benefits:
Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable)
Disability insurance
Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
401(k) Plan
Retirement Counseling
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Time Off (starting at 16 days)
Paid Holidays (9 days)
Back-Up Dependent Care (up to 10 days per year)
Parental Leave (up to 80 hours)
Continuing Education Program
Professional Licensure and Society Memberships

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