Bridge Engineer – Bridge Inspection Team Leader - TranSystems Corporation

We are excited to share once again TranSystems has been recognized as a top 100 design firm by Engineering News-Record in 2022.   For more than 50 years, TranSystems has committed to a mission of performing engineering and architectural planning, design, and construction solution services in a manner that is both safe and in compliance with all applicable regulatory and client requirements.  At TranSystems, we have established and continue to nurture a culture that is committed to providing quality services for our clients.  We’re looking for top talent to grow with our firm.

What you'll be challenged to do:

TranSystems’ Boston, Massachusetts office has an immediate opening for a Bridge Engineer who qualifies as a NBIS Bridge Inspection Team Leader. The successful candidate for this position will primarily be responsible for leading the field inspection and completion of the inspection reports for complex bridges and tunnels located throughout the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Depending on the level of experience and the individuals desire, entry level project management responsibilities and further training may be possible. Additional duties may include the performance of structural design/analysis, preparation of load rating reports, construction documents, project specifications, and quantity/cost estimates. In addition, duties may include construction inspection services. Day to day assignments and technical guidance will be provided by Project Engineers and Project Managers. 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, Rhode Island, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Maryland, South Carolina, Florida, Ohio, Illinois, Missouri, Iowa, Texas, and California.

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 include, but are not limited to:

• Performing bridge and tunnel inspection assignments on complex and signature structures
• Documenting clear and detailed inspection findings
• Preparing concise structure inspection evaluation reports
• Planning and preparation for field inspections
• Scheduling and coordinating field operations with subcontractors and subconsultants
• Preparation of cost proposals and man-hour estimates
• Assisting in the preparation of business proposals and safety plans
• Performing load rating analyses
• Participating in bridge design assignments involving contract plan preparation and specifications, design calculations, calculation of quantities and development of cost estimates
• 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
• Able and willing to travel within the continental United States to perform field inspections

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.
• Completion of the following: NHI Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges (FHWA-NHI-130055), NHI Fracture Critical Inspection Techniques for Steel Bridges (FHWA-NHI-130078)
• Team oriented engineer with strong communication skills.
• Experience and training of the operation of bucket trucks, manlifts, and under bridge inspection vehicles.
• Working knowledge of MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc.), and experience with engineering design packages such as AutoCAD (required), MicroStation (desirable), AASHTO BrR. Staad.Pro, MathCAD, LUSAS and/or other structural analysis software systems.
• Individuals should have experience in reading plans and shop drawings and evaluating contractor compliance with construction plans and specifications.
• Be eager to learn, be a team player and be enthusiastic.
• Take pride in their work and a commitment to quality work and timely communication.
• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions.
• Ethics - Treats people with respect; works with integrity and ethically.
• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
• 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.
• 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:

• Registration as a licensed Professional Engineer in MA.
• Completion of the NHI Tunnel Safety Inspection (FHWA-NHI-130110).
• The preferred candidate will have a structural engineering background, knowledge of Microstation, AutoCAD, and experience with structural engineering design drawings, specifications, and cost estimates.
• No relocation assistance - local candidates preferred.
• Rope access experience or an interest in learning rope access techniques (SPRAT, IRATA).
• Experience with Microsoft Excel including basic programming ability.

Work Environment:

• The work environment will include a mixture of office and field work.
• 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 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 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.