Engineer Entry-Level Bridge Inspector (49731)

Collins is looking for a motivated self-starter to join our Denver, Colorado team as an entry level Engineer- working in bridge and ancillary structural inspection. This position offers individuals interested in the preservation of critical infrastructure the space to thrive. It allows for the chance to take ownership of your projects, to push for new ideas and new ways of doing things, and to obtain the resources needed to follow through on your plans. Applicants will enjoy a problem-solving atmosphere and the freedom to bring their best to the job. We offer plenty of opportunities for growth, collaborating with professionals who have decades of experience developing industry-defining techniques. The Engineer performs assignments designed to develop professional work knowledge and abilities, requiring the application of standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria.

Typical Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs inspection/fieldwork of bridges and transportation structures that does not require previous experience.
• Reviews and interprets plans and design drawings.
• Documents findings and assists in the completion of inspection and assessment reports.
• Supports the development of recommendations for maintenance or repairs.
• Prepares design computations and quantity estimates.
• Collaborates with senior engineers/technicians on inspections.
• Uses computer-assisted engineering and design software to prepare project deliverables.
• Engages in limited travel for on-site inspections as required.
• Is active in technical societies.
• Is able to attend meetings or events outside of normal working hours.
• Communicates effectively with engineering teams and project stakeholders.
• Actively observes and acts in an appropriate manner related to safety.
• Participates in training programs to enhance inspection skills.

*Relocation is available

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Education and/or Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from an accredited four-year university plus appropriate continuing education.
• 0-4 years of experience.
• Engineer-In-Training (E.I.T.) or ability to obtain within one year.

Physical Demands:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.
• The employee frequently is required to talk or hear.
• The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.