Engineer / Bridge Inspector

Van Cleef Engineering Associates, LLC (Van Cleef) is a dynamic, multi‐disciplined consulting civil engineering firm of Engineers, Certified Inspectors, Landscape Architects, Planners and Land Surveyors. With offices in New Jersey and Pennsylvania, we provide expertise in all of the major areas of civil engineering, municipal engineering, municipal planning, and land surveying.

Van Cleef is proud to be recognized in New Jersey as a Best Place to Work! Another great reason to join our team!

Van Cleef Engineering has an immediate opening for an entry-level Bridge Engineer/Inspector in our Freehold, NJ office (or potentially other Van Cleef offices).  This is a full-time, immediate opportunity. 

Key Responsibilities

• Performing beginning level bridge safety inspection work as a member of a bridge safety inspection team and assist higher level inspectors
• May be required to perform manual labor such as climbing onto scaffolding and carrying/using ladders to access bridge structures
• Assisting in the design and detailing/drafting of bridge and highway elements
• Preparation of bridge inspection reports

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering preferred;
• 0-5 years of experience, preferably with bridge inspections, or similar field/construction related work;
• Valid Driver’s License;
• Strong communication, data management and technical writing skills, both oral and written;
• Proficiency in the use of computers for developing engineering spreadsheets and report writing;
• Attendance of Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges (NHI Course 130053) is a plus;
• Ability to work nights on occasion;
• Ability to work from raised work platforms over roadways and waterways, and physical ability to carry ladders and other inspection equipment;
• Proficiency with AutoCAD or MicroStation is a plus.

What We Offer

We are committed to creating a personal and professional environment where we can build and focus on helping communities through teamwork and support.  Our local offices provide our employees with opportunities for professional development and growth, including our Young Professionals Group, a flexible working environment, and times to celebrate our accomplishments together.  Van Cleef provides a fun, flexible, and challenging environment and embraces the core values of integrity, quality, accountability, ownership, and work life balance to guide our decisions and empower employees.

• Medical/Rx Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Paid holidays, vacation and sick days
• Company-paid Life insurance
• Company-paid Long-Term Disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement program (postgraduate)
• Professional Licensing reimbursement
• Gym membership reimbursement
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Compensation

$65,000 - $85,000 annually commensurate with experience.

Additional Information

Van Cleef is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status.

This position is not eligible for H1-B or any other visa sponsorship.

We thank all applicants; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.