Structural Engineer, Team Lead

AI Engineers, Inc. (AIE) is looking for a Structural Engineer, Team Leader to join our Bridge Inspection team based in Chantilly, VA. This is an immediate opening for an enthusiastic, highly-organized bridge inspection engineering professional to lead inspections, with the option to assist with occasional load rating and design on new projects. The ideal candidate should possess a “can-do” attitude, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and an ability to work independently as well as with a team in a dynamic, fast-paced, and innovative consulting firm. This position includes opportunities for personal and professional development and growth.

AIE's industry-leading compensation/benefits package features company-paid HSA contributions, 401k match, competitive PTO package, ESOP program, mentorship and advancement opportunities, and flexible work environment. Our top-tier benefits programs reflect our passion and culture for investing in our people.

Requirements/Qualifications Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering required

P.E. license in VA, preferred

5+ years of bridge inspection experience

Must have completed the NHI two (2) week Bridge Inspector training course and/or NHI Bridge Inspection Refresher course within the last 5 years.

Experience with Microsoft Office, MicroStation, and CombIS (Bentley AssetWise).

Bridge load rating and experience with LARS and/or AASHTOWare BrR is a plus.

NHI course for NSTM/FCM, Scour, LRFR load rating, and Ancillary Highway Structure inspection is a plus.

Responsibilities Bridge, tunnel, and ancillary structure inspections and load ratings

Preparing scheduling, writing inspection reports, assuring QA/QC, and assist with project coordination

Perform structural analyses, develop calculations, and prepare plans in accordance with federal, state, and local agency requirements.

Prepare quantities, cost estimates, and special provisions.

Site visits and onsite structure inspections.

Assist project managers with assignments including schedule and budget updates and proposal preparation

Perform engineering tasks related to bridge design projects and other transportation-related structural design and analysis projects as time allows

Design steel, concrete, and/or timber bridge elements, walls, and associated structures as time allows

Skills & Abilities A self-starter with the ability to work with project teams and manage multiple and concurrent tasks/assignments

Strong organizational skills with ability to manage the inspection duties in the field.

Data driven and detail-oriented with excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Considerable knowledge of Architecture, Engineering, Construction inspection process and procedures.

Ability to meet deadlines and complete work in a timely manner.

Ability and willingness to travel to work sites.

AIE is a multi-disciplinary, ENR-500 company with 13 offices in the U.S and over 350 employees. We are an engineering consulting firm providing Bridge, Transportation, Construction Engineering, Water/Wastewater, Site/Civil, Building Systems, Design-Build, Survey/Mapping, and Technology services to public and private clients nationwide. Design, Analysis, Inspection & Evaluation are among the core expertise of the firm, earning us a national reputation for serving on major projects in over 20 states. AIE integrates advanced equipment and technology into our infrastructure engineering services, including drones, laser scanning, artificial intelligence, and point-cloud mapping. Armed with this tech, we are enabling our engineers to perform their work at the highest level.

AIE is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other protected characteristics protected by law. AIE fully endorses equal opportunity for all. EOE/M/F/D/VEV