Co-Op - On Site Bridge Inspection

On Site Construction Project for the Point -No-Point Bridge in Kearny, NJ is looking for Bridge Inspection Interns and Co-Op students with interest in the inspection of major Bridge Structures.

Field Services Unit -

Main responsibilities include condition inspection of major bridge structures, related highway structures and tunnels, and construction inspection of bridge and other projects. M&M’s expertise in coatings inspection is also housed in this unit, as is our technical access (rope climbing) program. Staff in the Field Services unit is mostly composed of Structural Engineers and Technicians.

For more information on our Field Services Unit click HERE

Point-No-Point Bridge Project: 

M&M is providing management oversight for the entire project, making sure all aspects of the project are on schedule during the Final Design phase through the construction contract being awarded. This encompasses peer review of the structural, mechanical, electrical, utility, and ROW design plans, specifications, schedule, and estimate; permit review; tracking ROW acquisition; Conrail internal departments; coordinate Passaic River capping with regulatory agencies (USCG, USACOE, DEP, and EPA) and construction of the new bridge; and coordination with other transportation entities (PATH, NJ Transit, CSX, Amtrak, and NJTA). M&M is also tracking permit approval and ROW acquisition to ensure the timing of construction staging adheres to the permits and deed restrictions. 

The Company:

M&M is one of the world’s Leading Bridge Engineering Firms, with a reputation for technical excellence and innovation that goes beyond current standards. Established 130 years ago, our firm is responsible for the design and maintenance of some of our nation’s most recognizable structures. Services include fixed and movable bridge design, inspection and rehabilitation, and all facets of life-cycle maintenance, research, and code development.

Modjeski and Masters is one of the world’s Leading Bridge Engineering Firms, with a reputation for technical excellence and innovation that goes beyond current standards. Our firm is responsible for the design and maintenance of some of our nation’s most recognizable structures.  Services include fixed and movable bridge design, inspection and rehabilitation, and all facets of life-cycle maintenance, research and code development.

Co-Op/Intern students will receive:

• Basic Life Insurance as well as Basic AD&D insurance
• Hourly rate 
• 40 hours per week 

Education:

• Ideal candidate will be a Junior or Senior working towards a BS in Civil or Structural Engineering from an ABET accredited College or University
• Coursework focused on structural engineering is preferred.

General Responsibilities:

• Primary duties will involve bridge inspection, condition assessment and reporting, repair design and detailing, emergency response, and on-site monitoring of bridge repairs.
• This position offers hands-on engagement with small, medium, and large bridge structures and opportunity for technical analysis/overview of structures. Candidates should ideally be detail oriented, be able to demonstrate a strong understanding of structural fundamentals and be eager to begin a career working with bridges.
• Perform field inspections as part of a team of engineers.
• Prepare inspection reports with recommendations for maintenance and repair for all types and sizes of highway and railroad bridges, including fixed bridges, such as suspension and cable-stayed bridges, trusses, girder and beam bridges, and movable bridges.
• Preparation and detailing of repair plans, specifications, construction cost estimates, and bidding documents
• Bridge construction oversight and monitoring, inspecting, and documenting individual activities performed by the contractor to monitor compliance with overall contract specifications, plans and other contract provisions.
• Emergency response to bridge related emergencies, as needed.                                                                                                  

Working Conditions

• Position requires a combination of both office and field duties. 
• Position involves working conditions such as climbing on superstructures and substructures of bridges.
• Requires a certain amount of physicality and a comfort level with heights for the inspection portion of this position.
• Position requires a varying amount of travel with overnight stays, dependent upon assignment and available work, with the potential for short-term relocation. Expected travel ranges up to 30% of time.  Compensation is provided. 
• Partial-week work from home is allowed after 6 months successful employment.

Skills and Abilities

• Have a basic understanding of structural engineering fundamentals, including being able to identify basic load paths and have a general understanding of how loads affect structures and their members. 
• Must have a good command of the English language with good oral and written communication skills. Technical writing proficiency is preferred.
• Have an understanding and working knowledge of how to read design plans and details, shop drawings, and as-built plans.
• Must be physically capable of climbing ladders and stairways, working from walkways and platforms at high elevations, such as on high bridge superstructures and working from aerial access equipment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, CADD (AutoCAD and/or MicroStation) is preferred.
• Preferred to have an understanding and working knowledge of how to interpret construction specifications and manufacturer’s technical data.
• Preferred to have a basic familiarity with construction contracts and with construction management processes including communication, documenting procedures, and quality control and quality assurance procedures and responsibilities

Questions regarding open positions can be sent to Recruiting Coordinator, Jamie Kibler JLKibler@modjeski.com

Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States

Employer is EOE/M/F/D/V.  No third-party candidates please