Bridge Inspection Engineer
Fort Wayne, IN, US, 46808
Work for Indiana
Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a diverse range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.
As an equal opportunity employer, reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role.
About the Indiana Department of Transportation:
The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) provides a dynamic workplace that serves Indiana citizens, improves our state’s quality of life, and enhances its economic opportunity. INDOT has a number of innovative programs and projects, including Public-Private Partnerships, Green Initiatives, and cutting-edge uses of materials and assets. As part of the State of Indiana, INDOT offers a competitive total compensation package, as well as outstanding work/life balance. Whether you are an established professional in the transportation field or just starting your career, INDOT has exciting and challenging opportunities for you.
Role Overview:
The Bridge Inspection Engineer conducts inspections of bridges and large culverts for the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) to maintain public safety and confidence and to protect public investment. Bridge Inspectors must conform to the National Bridge Inspection Standards by inspecting bridge biennially (frequency may be extended or reduced), assigning ratings to bridge elements and reporting findings in accordance with the coding guidance developed by the Federal Highway Administration and INDOT. Bridge inspectors also inspect large culverts & retaining walls at a minimum of every six years, evaluating material deterioration and member distress and reporting findings in accordance with the Large Culvert or Retaining Wall inspection guidelines developed by INDOT.
This position requries candidates to have their Bachelors Degree, or higher, in Engineering as well as successfully attained their Engineer In Training (EIT) Certificate.
Candidates who have an Engineering Degree and their EIT are eligible for promotional increases upon achieving milestones which include obtaining their Professional Engineering License and years of experience. Candidates or incumbents who have obtained their Professional Engineer license, the salary traditionally starts at an annual salary of $75,010 but may be commensurate with education or work experience.
Salary:
This position traditionally starts at an annual salary of $67,314.00. Salary for this position may be commensurate with education and job experience.
Location:
This position is located in INDOT’s Fort Wayne District, Bridge Inspection Department.
A Day in the Life:
The essential functions of this role are as follows:
• Performs routine inspections for INDOT bridges.
• Performs inspections of large culverts (defined as all structures 4’ to 20’ in span).
• Reviews some bridge inspection reports.
• Determines specialized bridge inspection needs.
• Quality Control – performs some QC office reviews.
• Stays on-call to perform emergency damage inspections (i.e., collision, high water).
• Performs non-redundant steel tension member & in-depth inspections using access equipment.
• Performs special inspections for bridges with specific concerns.
• Performs post-construction inspections for large culverts and bridges.
• Prepares and submits reports for completed inspections.
• Reports deficiencies to asset management (or through customer service) for corrective action.
• Submits bridges recommended to be rehabilitated/replaced.
• Determines work needed to repair damaged bridges and coordinates the repairs.
• Normally work a 7.5 hour day, but may require flexible scheduling to accommodation specialty inspections, or after-hours accident investigations.
The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time.
This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours which may be required to complete essential functions or other assigned work. Exempt employees may work more than 75 hours in a pay period without additional compensation and must report a minimum of 75 hours per pay period of work hours and/or paid leave taken to receive their base biweekly salary.
What You'll Need for Success:
This person must have the following requirements to be considered for employment:
• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from an ABET Accredited school.
• Successfully attained Engineer in Training (EIT) Certification.
• Working towards an Indiana P.E. if not already licensed in Indiana.
• Understanding of how large culverts and bridge members function, and to recognize the impact a defect may have on the load carrying capability of a bridge component or element.
• Broad knowledge of civil engineering principles, practices, techniques, and the ability to apply these principles and procedures as required.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents including but not limited to bridge and large culvert design and rehabilitation plans, roadway plans, inspection reports, maintenance records, geotechnical data, hydraulic data, and maps.
• Knowledge of bridge maintenance principles, practices, methods, and techniques related to maintenance of bridges and large culverts.
• Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing, and to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Basic computer skills and the ability to become proficient in new programs and databases.
• Must have or be able to obtain a valid Indiana driver’s license.
• Physical Requirements include but are not limited to standing long periods of time, walking to and from your job site, sensing potential hazardous situtations.
Future Expected Training
Training Requirements (to become and maintain Team Leader):
- NHI course "Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges”.
- NHI course “Bridge Inspection Refresher Training” (required every 5 years).
Training Requirements (to become and maintain NSTM Team Leader):
- NHI course “Fracture Critical Inspection Techniques for Steel Bridges”.
- Purdue S-BRITE course “Inspecting Steel Bridges for Fatigue”.
Other Training Requirements:
- Bridge Inspection yearly workshops and other offered training classes.
- Purdue S-BRITE training classes (various as offered).
- Purdue Road School and CEPDS (for required CEUs to renew PE license).
- Fall Protection Training (required to use under-bridge access trucks).
- Confined Space Training (as needed).
- Asbestos Inspector Training (as needed).
Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:
Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:
The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:
- Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
- Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
- Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
- Flexible work scheduling options, including the potential for hybrid remote work for employees whose work may be performed outside state facilities
- Deferred compensation 457B account (similar to 401k plan) with employer match
- Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
- A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
- 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
- Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
- Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
- 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
- Education Reimbursement Program
- Group life insurance
- Referral Bonus program
- Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
- Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
- Free Parking for most positions
- Free LinkedIn Learning access
Equal Employment Opportunity:
The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunity to all people in all aspects of employer-employee relations without discrimination because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, or veteran status. We will comply with the spirit as well as the letter of all applicable state and federal laws.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.
The State of Indiana has established a culture that welcomes equity, inclusion, and opportunity for all employees and applicants. We encourage you to apply if you feel you have the transferrable skills to be successful in this position and we look forward to reviewing your application.
Nearest Major Market: Fort Wayne
