Bridge Inspection Engineer – Rope Access at Gft in Philadelphia, PA | USD77,000-132,000 | Kablio

Role

Description

bridge inspection

rope access

structural eval

report prep

safety planning

gear management

Travel throughout the United States for inspection assignments
Collaborate with project managers and other team leaders to complete inspection assignments
Plan and lead bridge inspections
Lead or support bridge inspections using rope access methods (SPRAT)
Maintain and organize inspection gear
Support mentorship of junior inspectors and rope access technicians
Develop safety plans and rope access plans
Prepare and review inspection reports
Completion of NHI Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges (FHWA-NHI-130055)
Perform engineering evaluations, load ratings, and structural assessments
Coordinate field activities with inspection teams and rope access personnel

Requirements

pe license

aashto brr

autocad

sprat i

bridge inspection

ndt

Working knowledge of MS Office
Bachelor’s degree in civil or structural engineering from an ABET-accredited program
Experience in load rating software such as AASHTO BrR
FAA Part 107 drone certification
SPRAT Level I certification with experience performing rope access inspections
Professional Engineer (PE) license
Ability to work at height, carry equipment, and move safely in varied environments
Strong communication skills and comfort working in field and office environments
3+ years of bridge inspection experience
Experience with NDT methods
Valid driver’s license
Ability to interpret plans, specifications, stress paths, and bridge behavior
Completion of NHI Fracture Critical Inspection Techniques for Steel Bridges and/or NSTM Inspection (FHWA-NHI-130078)
Experience with AutoCAD or MicroStation
Experience operating bucket trucks, manlifts, and under-bridge inspection vehicles

Benefits

Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations.
Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
Incentive compensation for eligible positions.
Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

successful completion of a criminal background check is required for all advertised positions.
applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with local fair chance ordinances (los angeles county, san francisco, california).

Company

Overview

Top 500 Design Firm

Ranked in ENR's Top 500

Ranked in Engineering News-Record's (ENR) Top 500 design firms, showcasing significant industry recognition.

130+ Offices

National Presence

Operates through more than 130 offices across North America, delivering regional and national infrastructure services.

Born from over a century of legacy, GFT emerged through the integration of Gannett Fleming, TranSystems and five acquired firms.
Its rebrand reflects a unified national platform offering architecture, engineering and construction across complex infrastructure markets.
Projects span transportation, water, power generation, and civic building design, showcasing expertise in critical infrastructure sectors.
Its financial strength is underpinned by private equity ownership and consistent recognition in industry rankings.
An unusual fact: it merged two storied firms and five others, creating an AEC powerhouse attuned to community-scale impact.

Culture + Values

Caring: “We care about people, cultures, and opinions and show everyone equal respect.”
Committed: “We are committed to our company, to education and the innovation of new technologies.”
Collaborative: “We work together as a team of individuals with different talents. We actively share knowledge, feedback and ideas… One company, one team.”
Courageous: “We have the courage to develop new, breakthrough innovations and think outside of the box.”
Creative: “We embrace different perspectives, challenge the norm, ask questions, and look for solutions to any challenge.”

Environment + Sustainability

2025 Target

Climate Neutrality

Aimed at achieving climate neutrality in operations through GreenCoding.

50% Reduction

Emissions Target

Plan to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by half from 2020 levels by 2030.

10% Drop

Emissions Fall

Achieved a 10% year-over-year decrease in greenhouse gas emissions in 2023.

Rating B

Climate Performance

Received a CDP Climate Rating of B, exceeding industry benchmarks.

Near-term science-based targets approved by SBTi: reduce Scope 1 + 2 emissions by 50% from 2020 baseline by 2030.
Reduce Scope 3 emissions intensity by 60% per euro of value added by 2030 (vs 2020).
Achieved CDP Climate Rating of B in 2023, exceeding IT & Software Development segment benchmark.
Voluntary audit under European Sustainability Reporting Standards and SBTi‑validated 2030 targets.

Inclusion & Diversity

77 Graduates Expanded

WomenTech Mentoring Programme

The WomenTech Mentoring Programme expanded to 15 countries in 2023, graduate more women into leadership roles through mentorship.

3 Editions in 2022

WomenTech Mentoring

The WomenTech Mentoring Programme ran 3 editions in 2022, supporting 55 mentees in their professional growth.

77 Graduates

WomenTech Mentoring

The WomenTech Mentoring Programme successfully graduated 77 individuals through its menteeship program.

Committed to cultivating a culture where employees feel safe, respected and connected.
Support women through Women@GFT network to share experiences and knowledge.

Articles

Services overview

Insights & news

Career opportunities

Role

Description

bridge inspection

rope access

structural eval

report prep

safety planning

gear management

Travel throughout the United States for inspection assignments
Collaborate with project managers and other team leaders to complete inspection assignments
Plan and lead bridge inspections
Lead or support bridge inspections using rope access methods (SPRAT)
Maintain and organize inspection gear
Support mentorship of junior inspectors and rope access technicians
Develop safety plans and rope access plans
Prepare and review inspection reports
Completion of NHI Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges (FHWA-NHI-130055)
Perform engineering evaluations, load ratings, and structural assessments
Coordinate field activities with inspection teams and rope access personnel

Requirements

pe license

aashto brr

autocad

sprat i

bridge inspection

ndt

Working knowledge of MS Office
Bachelor’s degree in civil or structural engineering from an ABET-accredited program
Experience in load rating software such as AASHTO BrR
FAA Part 107 drone certification
SPRAT Level I certification with experience performing rope access inspections
Professional Engineer (PE) license
Ability to work at height, carry equipment, and move safely in varied environments
Strong communication skills and comfort working in field and office environments
3+ years of bridge inspection experience
Experience with NDT methods
Valid driver’s license
Ability to interpret plans, specifications, stress paths, and bridge behavior
Completion of NHI Fracture Critical Inspection Techniques for Steel Bridges and/or NSTM Inspection (FHWA-NHI-130078)
Experience with AutoCAD or MicroStation
Experience operating bucket trucks, manlifts, and under-bridge inspection vehicles

Benefits

Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations.
Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
Incentive compensation for eligible positions.
Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

successful completion of a criminal background check is required for all advertised positions.
applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with local fair chance ordinances (los angeles county, san francisco, california).

Company

Overview

Top 500 Design Firm

Ranked in ENR's Top 500

Ranked in Engineering News-Record's (ENR) Top 500 design firms, showcasing significant industry recognition.

130+ Offices

National Presence

Operates through more than 130 offices across North America, delivering regional and national infrastructure services.

Born from over a century of legacy, GFT emerged through the integration of Gannett Fleming, TranSystems and five acquired firms.
Its rebrand reflects a unified national platform offering architecture, engineering and construction across complex infrastructure markets.
Projects span transportation, water, power generation, and civic building design, showcasing expertise in critical infrastructure sectors.
Its financial strength is underpinned by private equity ownership and consistent recognition in industry rankings.
An unusual fact: it merged two storied firms and five others, creating an AEC powerhouse attuned to community-scale impact.

Culture + Values

Caring: “We care about people, cultures, and opinions and show everyone equal respect.”
Committed: “We are committed to our company, to education and the innovation of new technologies.”
Collaborative: “We work together as a team of individuals with different talents. We actively share knowledge, feedback and ideas… One company, one team.”
Courageous: “We have the courage to develop new, breakthrough innovations and think outside of the box.”
Creative: “We embrace different perspectives, challenge the norm, ask questions, and look for solutions to any challenge.”

Environment + Sustainability

2025 Target

Climate Neutrality

Aimed at achieving climate neutrality in operations through GreenCoding.

50% Reduction

Emissions Target

Plan to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by half from 2020 levels by 2030.

10% Drop

Emissions Fall

Achieved a 10% year-over-year decrease in greenhouse gas emissions in 2023.

Rating B

Climate Performance

Received a CDP Climate Rating of B, exceeding industry benchmarks.

Near-term science-based targets approved by SBTi: reduce Scope 1 + 2 emissions by 50% from 2020 baseline by 2030.
Reduce Scope 3 emissions intensity by 60% per euro of value added by 2030 (vs 2020).
Achieved CDP Climate Rating of B in 2023, exceeding IT & Software Development segment benchmark.
Voluntary audit under European Sustainability Reporting Standards and SBTi‑validated 2030 targets.

Inclusion & Diversity

77 Graduates Expanded

WomenTech Mentoring Programme

The WomenTech Mentoring Programme expanded to 15 countries in 2023, graduate more women into leadership roles through mentorship.

3 Editions in 2022

WomenTech Mentoring

The WomenTech Mentoring Programme ran 3 editions in 2022, supporting 55 mentees in their professional growth.

77 Graduates

WomenTech Mentoring

The WomenTech Mentoring Programme successfully graduated 77 individuals through its menteeship program.

Committed to cultivating a culture where employees feel safe, respected and connected.
Support women through Women@GFT network to share experiences and knowledge.

Articles

Services overview

Insights & news

Career opportunities