Modjeski and Masters is excited to offer a mid-level opportunity in our Field Services Business Unit. This position includes hands-on bridge inspection, condition assessment and reporting, repair design and detailing, load capacity rating, emergency response, construction engineering, and on-site monitoring of bridge construction.

Location:

The Edwardsville, IL office is looking for a Field Services Engineer with 4 - 8 years of experience in bridge related inspection work.

Responsibilities:

• Organize a team and function as the Team Leader for bridge condition inspection projects;

• Perform field inspections and prepare inspection reports with recommendations for maintenance and repair for all types and sizes of highway and railroad bridges, including fixed and movable bridges;

• Development of repair plans for documented structural deficiencies;

• Assist in monitoring new bridge construction and/or bridge rehabilitation projects; and

• Perform special inspections to gather data required for load capacity ratings and/or to respond to emergency situations.

Working Conditions:

• Position requires a combination of both office and field duties;

• Position requires a varying amount of travel with overnight stays; most inspection assignments require one to two weeks of field work; expected travel ranges up to 30% of time; and

• Position involves working conditions such as climbing on superstructures and substructures of bridges and being exposed to severe weather conditions.

Education and Licensure Requirements:

• A minimum of a BS degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from an ABET accredited college or university;

• Coursework focus on structural engineering is preferred;

• P.E. is preferred;

• Have successfully passed NHI 130055 Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges and NHI 130078 Fracture Critical Inspection Techniques for Steel Bridges; and

• Must be able to pass a security background check for e-RAILSAFE and TWIC.

Skills:

• Ability to work in a team environment on bridge related projects;

• Should have an understanding of structural engineering fundamentals; such as the identification of basic load paths and how loads affect structural components;

• Should have a working knowledge of how to read design plans and/or shop drawings;

• Physically capable of climbing structural members, ladders and stairways, as well as carrying gear bags/equipment as necessary;

• Comfortable working at high elevations on walkways, platforms or within access equipment (snoopers and manlifts);

• Experience operating access equipment is preferred;

• Willing to utilize specialized equipment and techniques for industrial rope access inspections; prior experience is preferred;

• Willing to utilize specialized equipment and techniques to perform non-destructive testing (e.g., dye penetration, magnetic particle, ultrasonic testing, etc.); prior experience is preferred; and

• Must have a good command of the English language with good oral and written communication skills. Technical writing proficiency is preferred.

Modjeski and Masters is one of the world's Leading Bridge Engineering Firms, with a reputation for technical excellence and innovation that goes beyond current standards. Established 130 years ago, our firm is responsible for the design and maintenance of some of our nation's most recognizable structures. Services include fixed and movable bridge design, inspection and rehabilitation, and all facets of life-cycle maintenance, research and code development.

Modjeski and Masters' professional staff includes engineers, technicians, and drafting professionals who serve our global client base from offices across North America. With 14 locations down the East Coast and across to the Rocky Mountains, we are growing each office and looking for talented Engineers to help in our mission to Design Great Bridges.

We offer a very competitive base salary, company ownership in our ESOP, 401 K with company matching, and a full benefits package. If you are looking for a great career opportunity with a growing company experiencing significant growth, please apply.