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Bridge Inspector; Engineer - Junior to Mid-Level

Job in Richmond, Henrico County, Virginia, 23214, USA
Listing for: Moffatt & Nichol
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-21
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Environmental Compliance, Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineer, Safety Engineer
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 100000 - 125000 USD Yearly USD 100000.00 125000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Bridge Inspector (Engineer) - Junior to Mid-Level

Moffatt & Nichol specializes in large complex waterfront infrastructure projects and is recognized as one of the worldwide leaders in this field. We are actively searching for a Bridge Inspector (with an Engineering degree) to join our Raleigh, NC (preferred), Norfolk or Richmond, VA office. As the successful new hire, you will perform bridge inspections. You will join our team which provides inspection services across the State of North Carolina, Virginia and the Southeast United States.

The principal function of this position is to evaluate bridges through above ground engineering inspections. You will utilize Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and National Highway Institute (NHI) criteria while inspecting bridges via buckets, snoopers, boats, ladders, safety harness, and other equipment.

About Moffatt & Nichol:

Moffatt & Nichol is a leading U.S.

-based global infrastructure advisor specializing in the planning and design of facilities that shape and serve our coastlines, harbors and rivers, as well as an innovator in transportation.
For the 4th year in a row, Moffatt & Nichol is Ranked #1 in Engineering News-Record for Marine & Port Facilities in the U.S. Additionally, our firm consistently ranks in the Top 100 Pure Designers in the US and the Top 50 Designers in International Markets.

Moffatt & Nichol's professional staff includes engineers, planners, scientists and architects who serve our global client base from offices in Europe, North America, Latin America, and the Pacific Rim. The firm provides clients worldwide with customized service and a level of excellence that have become the firm's hallmark in several primary practice areas - ports and harbors; coastal, environmental and water resources;

urban waterfronts and marinas; transportation, bridges and rail; inspection and rehabilitation; and energy.

Duties and responsibilities:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

  • Partners with other professionals and departments to gather information for projects
  • Works collaboratively with all members of the inspection group
  • Conducts inspections and assists in supervision of site investigations as needed
  • Utilizes data entry/manipulation and technical writing skills for the preparation and review of inspection reports, proposals, etc.
  • Provides quality assurance reviews of inspection reports
  • Performs other duties as required
Other duties:

Please note this job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering;
    Civil or Structural is strongly preferred
  • Engineer in Training certificate (strongly preferred)
  • 2 to 10 years of bridge inspection experience
  • NHI/NBIS Team Leader qualifications or the ability to meet the Team Leader qualifications within 6 months is required
  • FHWA-NHI-130055 certification required
  • FHWA-NHI-130078 certification desired
  • SNBI experience desired
  • Field requirements are 5 days per week in North Carolina, Virginia or the Southern United States. Hours may vary due to weather or daylight. Some weekends may be required.
  • Availability and willingness to travel overnight and for approximately 2 weeks per month is required
  • Willingness to work from Moffatt & Nichol's Raleigh, NC, Norfolk or Richmond, VA offices on non-field days
  • Valid driver's license in good standing
  • Experience with NCDOT WIGINS software desired but not required
  • Selected candidate must consent to and pass a post-offer/pre-employment drug screening
  • All new hires will be required to successfully complete and pass a pre-employment (post offer) background check in compliance with NIST 800-171
  • Moffatt & Nichol uses E-Verify and employment is contingent upon the legal ability to obtain employment in the U.S. and to present the required documentation at hire
Working conditions:

Field work will be performed outdoors across the State of North Carolina, Virginia and southeastern United States in all seasons. This work will typically require overtime during these field weeks and will be followed by in-office report corrections/submittals of the inspection reports.

Physical requirements:

Majority of work is field based which may necessitate navigating unpaved or natural terrain while carrying equipment. Inspection equipment such as ladders and boats are sometimes necessary and the ability to lift and use this equipment with assistance can be expected. Under bridge access equipment is sometimes used in conjunction with safety harnesses for fall protection. Enduring inclement weather will also be required.

Moffatt

& Nichol's Employment Benefits:

At Moffatt & Nichol, we genuinely care about our team and strive to create a warm, welcoming environment. We're excited to offer a range of great benefits and cover many costs to support you. Here are some highlights:

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