Bridge Inspection Engineer – Rope Access
Listed on 2025-12-21
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Engineering
Safety Engineer, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineer, Environmental Compliance
Bridge Inspection Engineer – Rope Access
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What You Will DoGFT is seeking a Rope Access – Bridge Engineer to support our National Bridge Inspection Practice and will have the opportunity to work at the national level for owners/agencies in Massachusetts, Maine, Connecticut, Rhode Island, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida, Illinois, Michigan, Missouri, Iowa, Oklahoma, Texas, California and a growing list of states in which we perform our services.
Working on the bridge team at GFT offers the opportunity to engage in transformative projects that enhance transportation infrastructure and improve community connectivity. Whether working on highways and bridges or traffic engineering, our team excels in resilient, sustainable design and construction, delivering innovative solutions that address the complexities of modern, multimodal roadway systems and ensure safe, efficient, and reliable travel for all.
WhatYou’ll Be Challenged To Do
As a Rope Access – Bridge Engineer, you will step into work that strengthens transportation networks and supports safe travel for communities across the country. Rope access inspection gives you a front row view of complex structures and offers a path to grow your technical skills while working on projects that shape daily movement for millions of people. This role opens doors to advanced inspection methods, exposure to complex bridges and structures, and steady support from mentors who guide your development within GFT.
You will gain experience that positions you for future leadership, a commitment to training and development, and a long‑term career within a team that values growth and hands‑on learning.
- Lead or support bridge inspections using rope access methods (SPRAT)
- Plan and lead bridge inspections
- Develop safety plans and rope access plans
- Perform engineering evaluations, load ratings, and structural assessments
- Prepare and review inspection reports
- Coordinate field activities with inspection teams and rope access personnel
- Support mentorship of junior inspectors and rope access technicians
- Collaborate with project managers and other team leaders to complete inspection assignments
- Maintain and organize inspection gear
- Travel throughout the United States for inspection assignments
- Bachelor’s degree in civil or structural engineering from an ABET-accredited program
- SPRAT Level I certification with experience performing rope access inspections
- Professional Engineer (PE) license
- 3+ years of bridge inspection experience
- Completion of NHI Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges (FHWA‑NHI‑130055)
- Completion of NHI Fracture Critical Inspection Techniques for Steel Bridges and/or NSTM Inspection (FHWA‑NHI‑130078)
- Experience operating bucket trucks, manlifts, and under‑bridge inspection vehicles
- Ability to interpret plans, specifications, stress paths, and bridge behavior
- Strong communication skills and comfort working in field and office environments
- Working knowledge of MS Office
- Valid driver’s license
- Ability to work at height, carry equipment, and move safely in varied environments
- Experience in load rating software such as AASHTO BrR
- FAA Part 107 drone certification
- Experience with NDT methods
- Experience with AutoCAD or Micro Station
The salary range for this role is $77,000 – $132,000
; salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.
- Hybrid (in‑person and remote) work environment.
- Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
- Tax‑deferred 401(k) savings plan.
- Competitive paid‑time‑off (PTO) accrual.
- Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
- Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations.
- Incentive compensation for eligible positions.
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