Engineer- Inspection Group

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Collins has an opening for an Entry-Level Engineer in our Chicago, IL office to join our Structural Inspection Group. In this role, you will primarily assist with bridge and transportation structure inspections, condition assessments, and report preparation, with exposure to design-related tasks as needed. You will be mentored by experienced inspection engineers in both the office and the field. This position offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on field experience, build a strong understanding of structural behavior, and develop inspection and documentation skills within the transportation industry.

Typical Duties And Responsibilities

• Perform field inspections of bridges and transportation-related structures under the supervision of licensed professional engineers.
• Assist in the preparation of inspection, evaluation, and condition assessment reports.
• Document field observations, measurements, and photographs in accordance with agency and inspection standards.
• Support review of structure plans, load ratings, and previous inspection records to aid in inspection and assessment efforts.
• Use computer-assisted engineering and inspection software to prepare report exhibits, sketches, calculations, and supporting documentation.
• Perform limited design computations or quantity estimates related to inspection findings, repair concepts, or rehabilitation alternatives (as applicable).
• Coordinate with draftspersons/technicians on figures, data entry, and report preparation.
• Includes limited communication with clients and agency representatives regarding inspection activities and findings.
• Field work is required and may include nights, weekends, travel, and working at heights or over traffic and water.
  
  

Relocation assistance is available.

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Qualifications Education And/or Experience

• Senior or recent graduate with a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited university.
• Interest in bridge and structural inspection, field work, and transportation infrastructure.
• Previous experience with AutoCAD, MicroStation, Bluebeam, or Civil 3D is a plus.
• Previous experience with Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe PDF or other PDF editing software is a plus.
• Engineer‑In‑Training (E.I.T.) certification, or ability to obtain within one year.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to perform required field work
  
  

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.