Position Summary

The Level 2 Designer - Bridge Inspection position at Mackin takes on a more substantial role, actively participating in bridge inspections and leveraging increased responsibilities to contribute to the overall success of projects. This entry-level position offers an excellent opportunity to develop your skills and grow within a dynamic and supportive work environment.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Essential Duties

• Assist with comprehensive inspections of bridges (structural inspections of all structure types), ensuring compliance with safety regulations, codes, and industry standards
• Assist senior staff in analyzing and evaluating bridge conditions, identifying structural deficiencies and recommending appropriate maintenance or rehabilitation measures
  • Check the work of experienced PEs to gain insight into the engineering process
• Establish competency with inspection reports and drawings, including findings, recommendations, and cost estimates
  • Assist with statements of interest, technical proposals, and price proposals as needed
  • Learn and use iForms, BMS2, and National Bridge Elements (NBE)
• Participate with project teams and clients (if applicable) to address engineering challenges and assist with developing effective solutions
• Learn engineering software and tools for structural analysis and modeling
• Stay current with industry trends, regulations, codes, and emerging technologies in bridge inspection
• Maintain billability percentage set by leadership
• Ability to express both technical and non-technical issues and ideas clearly
• Contribute to the overall success of Mackin by supporting internal departments, providing exemplary service to clients, and striving to meet on-going initiatives to grow and develop the company

Non-Essential Duties

• Participate in job fairs and career fairs to support marketing initiatives and talent requisition
• Participate in professional and engineering society conferences
• Contribute and serve on committees and subcommittees
• Participate in research and development opportunities and projects
• Advise management of new developments which may affect profit, schedule, costs, client relations, and/or inter-departmental relations
• Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice

Supervisory Responsibilities

This role does not involve supervisory responsibilities.

System or Specialized Knowledge

To perform this job successfully, an individual might have knowledge of:

• PennDOT Programs and Standard Drawings
• ECMS and BMS2 Systems
• AutoCAD/MicroStation and sUAS (Drone)
• PennDOT Bridge Inspection and Load Rating Analysis Policies and Procedures
• Advanced Analysis Software (STAAD)
• Inspection Access Equipment Capabilities and Common Traffic Control Patterns
• Deltek Ajera
• Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams
• Computers, Printers, and Electronics

Education and/or Experience

Preferred Qualifications