BRIDGE PRACTICE

Michael Baker International has addressed bridge design, construction and preservation challenges with innovative and sustainable solutions.  Exemplifying its depth and versatility in the bridge space, Michael Baker International, ranked Number Five by Engineering News-Record in its annual ranking of Bridge Design Firms in the United States, has partnered with clients on a full spectrum of bridge types-from conventional grade separations to major, complex river crossings, including trusses, arches, box girders and cable-stayed bridges.

DESCRIPTION

Michael Baker is actively seeking a Bridge Inspection Engineer to join our Nashville office. You will work with others in planning and executing safety inspections of state-owned bridges in addition to preparing inspection reports. Responsibilities include:

Under the direction of a Bridge Inspection Team Leader you will perform field inspections, evaluate bridge conditions and write reports, identify maintenance needs, properly code the structure inspections in the owner’s bridge management system (InspectX) and submit inspection documents Candidate will use hand tools, ladders, under-bridge inspection vehicles, and other equipment necessary for the inspection of on-system and off-system bridges, inspection for all bridge types including culverts, pre-stressed beam bridges, cast-in-place concrete bridges, steel girder bridges, steel truss bridges, and timber bridges. Feel a sense of pride in knowing that you are helping to address some of our nation’s most critical infrastructure challenges while building the future of our organization!

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Meet the following minimum criteria for Inspection Team Member: 

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering (BSCE), preferred courses in structures  0 - 4 years experience 

AND Meet the following:

Valid U.S. Driver’s license Strong attention to detail and ability to take direction Ability to work as part of a team, maintaining internal relationships Ability to work in an outdoor environment for extended periods. Work performed from within lane closures, ground, ladders, boats, man-lifts, or under bridge inspection equipment. Willingness to occasionally travel to various parts of Tennessee for bridge inspections (all costs reimbursed). 

Optional, but also preferred:

Experience working in the field in a technical capacity EIT / FE License preferred

Optional, but a plus:

Experience with Bridge Safety inspection Experience with Bridge Load Rating Willing and able to work as a TDOT embedded inspector for a minimum 90-day period. Working temporarily from within one of TDOT’s Regions. 

COMPENSATION 

The approximate compensation range for this position is $70,402 to $101,660. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting.  Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.