Structural Bridge Engineer

Job Description

• Lead and oversee bridge, dam, pump station, and attenuator inspection and maintenance programs throughout Wayne County.
• Review project priorities, define scopes of work, and develop repair and preventative maintenance plans for critical infrastructure assets.
• Conduct field reviews of ongoing bridge, pump station, dam, and attenuator repair and rehabilitation projects.
• Manage and update bridge inspection reports, asset inventories, RFAs, load ratings, and compliance documentation within the MiBridge system.
• Perform bridge load ratings, condition assessments, and cost estimates for repairs and rehabilitation projects.
• Develop and maintain bi-weekly, monthly, and annual maintenance schedules for pump stations, dams, and attenuators.
• Plan and direct routine bridge inspections, fracture-critical inspections, scour inspections, underwater inspections, and other specialized structural inspections.
• Evaluate bridge repair methods, construction materials, and maintenance strategies to ensure long-term infrastructure performance and safety.
• Monitor the structural, mechanical, and electrical integrity of pump stations and participate in quarterly operational review meetings.
• Generate repair cost estimates, RFAs, RFPs, and scopes of work for infrastructure maintenance and consulting services.
• Manage engineering consultants and contractors performing bridge inspections, load ratings, structural evaluations, and maintenance-related work.
• Supervise and mentor engineers, inspectors, coordinators, and maintenance personnel while providing daily technical guidance and leadership.
• Collaborate closely with MDOT, county officials, consultants, contractors, and other stakeholders on infrastructure projects and compliance initiatives.
• Review and approve engineering reports, inspection findings, repair recommendations, load ratings, and maintenance plans.
• Make key engineering decisions regarding repair materials, rehabilitation methods, bridge repairs, temporary support systems, and structural safety improvements.
• Ensure compliance with FHWA, MDOT, and county regulations to support continued federal funding eligibility.
• Help maintain the safety, reliability, and long-term performance of Wayne County's bridges and structural assets.
• Attend industry training, bridge inspection certification courses, conferences, and seminars to stay current on engineering standards and best practices.
• Perform additional engineering and infrastructure-related duties as needed.

Skills and Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Construction Engineering
• Michigan PE License
• 6+ years of structural/bridge engineering experience
• 2+ years leading structural engineering projects as a Licensed PE
• FHWA Bridge Inspection Certification
• Experience with bridge inspections, load ratings, and structural design
• Proficiency with AASHTOware Bridge Rating Software, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office
• Experience managing RFPs, bids, consultant selections, and engineering service contracts

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to [email protected].