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Structural Bridge Engineer / Inspector
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What they do
A Structural Engineer designs and analyzes engineering and construction projects to ensure they are safe and structurally sound. They often specialize in particular types of structures, such as buildings, bridges, pipelines, industrial, tunnels, vehicles, ships, aircraft, or spacecraft.
$111,741 / year median in Maryland
+9% projected growth
Job Description
Structural Bridge Engineer / Inspector
When faced with an impasse, do you look to bridge the gap? Our Bridges and Structures team does too. From local bridge rehabilitations that support our communities to iconic bridge designs that define a region, our opportunities will connect you to your career goals.
A career in transportation is more than bridges, roads, and rail. As we plan, design, and manage projects that move people and goods from Point A to Point B, we create connections that transform our communities. Every airport, road, bridge, port, or transit project is an opportunity to make communities safer, cleaner, and more resilient. Together, we're making an impact around the world.
If you're looking for a career that moves, join our team of professionals who are passionate about the future of transportation.
Your OpportunityStantec has an immediate need for talented, team focused Structural Bridge Engineers / Inspectors with bridge design and inspection experience. As a Structural Engineer, you will have the opportunity to grow in design knowledge and responsibility, as well as qualify as a team leader for inspection and/or a Project Manager for design related tasks.
You will contribute to the design component of roadway and bridge projects throughout Maryland, Virginia, and the District of Columbia. Additionally, you will assist with bridge inspections. along with writing and reviewing inspection reports.
Your Key Responsibilities
A career in transportation is more than bridges, roads, and rail. As we plan, design, and manage projects that move people and goods from Point A to Point B, we create connections that transform our communities. Every airport, road, bridge, port, or transit project is an opportunity to make communities safer, cleaner, and more resilient. Together, we're making an impact around the world.
If you're looking for a career that moves, join our team of professionals who are passionate about the future of transportation.
Your OpportunityStantec has an immediate need for talented, team focused Structural Bridge Engineers / Inspectors with bridge design and inspection experience. As a Structural Engineer, you will have the opportunity to grow in design knowledge and responsibility, as well as qualify as a team leader for inspection and/or a Project Manager for design related tasks.
You will contribute to the design component of roadway and bridge projects throughout Maryland, Virginia, and the District of Columbia. Additionally, you will assist with bridge inspections. along with writing and reviewing inspection reports.
Your Key Responsibilities
- The majority of work will include bridge design and inspection projects for departments of transportation and municipalities in Maryland, Virginia, and the District of Columbia and may also include rail related projects
- Key design duties include preparation of design calculations, plans, CAD drafting, and construction cost estimates while assisting the project manager to develop special provisions and specifications for DOT and Municipal clients
- During construction, tasks will include the review of Contractor submittals and preparing responses to requests for information under the guidance of a more senior engineer
- Responsibilities include the evaluation of existing structures and development of load ratings
- Preparing engineering reports and technical studies, and assisting on other projects, as needed, including participation in roadway and site civil design activities
- Performs inspection of bridges at various levels along with preparing the inspection reportsYour Capabilities and Credentials
- Ability to participate and collaborate in project team setting, engage in creative and critical thought, and effectively communicate ideas
- Experience with AASHTO Bridge Design Specifications is preferred
- Experience with MDOT SHA, MDTA, and VDOT design criteria and requirements is preferred
- A working knowledge of MicroStation or AutoCAD is preferred
- Bridge load rating experience preferred
- Understanding of national and state bridge inspection methods, evaluations, and report preparation is required
- Successful Completion of
FHWA/NHI
Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges training course is preferred- Ability to travel within the Maryland, Virginia, and District of Columbia area
- Ability to climb ladders, and work at heights using various bridge inspection access equipment. Education and Experience
- Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering with structural emphasis. Master's degree is preferred
- 3+ years of bridge inspection experience. Bridge design experience a plus.
- Bridge Inspection and Bridge Design experience in Maryland, Virginia, and the District of Columbia is desired.
- Professional Engineering license, or ability to obtain within 1 year is highly preferred.
- Inspection experience including large complex bridges and bridges with fracture critical members is preferred.
- Valid driver's license and good driving record is required.
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Pay Range:
- Locations in
CO, HI, IL, MD
& VariousCA, NJ, VA
Areas- 85,000.00
- $123,300.00 Annually
Pay Transparency:
- In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations w required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.
Benefits Summary:
- Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave.
Primary Location:
- United States | MD | Laurel
Other Locations:
- United States | MD | Baltimore
Organization:
- 2026 Transpt-US Southeast Infrastructure-Fairfax VA
Employee Status:
- Regular
Business Justification:
- Replacement
Travel:
- Yes
Schedule:
- Full time
Job Posting:
- 21/08/2026 05:08:47
Req ID:
- 1007362 Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.