Port Tampa Bay · 4 days ago
ENGINEERING INSPECTOR
Tampa,FL,US
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$57K/yr - $112K/yr
5+ years expPort Tampa Bay is looking for an Engineering Inspector to ensure the integrity, safety, and compliance of port infrastructure through inspections and collaboration with project teams. The role involves conducting inspections, verifying materials and installations, and preparing detailed reports.
E-CommerceMarine Transportation
Responsibilities
Conducts visual, dimensional, and non-destructive testing (NDT) inspections
Verify materials, equipment, labor, and other work and installations against approved drawings, specifications, and quality plans
Identifies and documents non-conformances; issues field reports and tracks corrective actions to closure
Prepares detailed inspection reports with photos, measurements, and code references using
Perform field visits and observations on behalf of the Port for Engineering Department
May accompany survey crew in field to locate grading markers or to collect data required for revision of construction drawings
Collects and interprets survey and engineering data; establishes and maintains filing and records keeping systems
Applies standard formulas to calculate area, volume, distance, grade, triangulation, evaluations, etc
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Graduation from high school or possession of a GED certificate
Five (5) years of experience in Civil, Structural or Marine construction and/or design
Current and valid Florida Motor Vehicle Operator's License or capable of obtaining one within thirty days from the date of hire
Successfully pass a seaport security background check and compliance for a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)
Ability to conduct visual, dimensional, and non-destructive testing (NDT) inspections
Ability to verify materials, equipment, labor, and other work and installations against approved drawings, specifications, and quality plans
Ability to identify and document non-conformances; issue field reports and track corrective actions to closure
Ability to prepare detailed inspection reports with photos, measurements, and code references
Ability to perform field visits and observations on behalf of the Port for Engineering Department
Ability to collect and interpret survey and engineering data; establish and maintain filing and records keeping systems
Ability to apply standard formulas to calculate area, volume, distance, grade, triangulation, evaluations, etc
Knowledge of symbols, terminology, and accepted standards used in construction and engineering fields
Considerable knowledge of Marine, Rail, Road and Building construction standards and design
Ability to identify discrepancies between design work and port specifications
Ability to read and interpret engineering, architectural and construction drawings
Ability to work effectively in a group setting; establish and maintain effective working relationships
Ability to multi-task and handle multiple project assignments
Moderate physical ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds
Preferred
May be required to obtain license as a drone pilot
Operates small work boats (e.g., 15–25) ft for inspections
Captures high-resolution aerial photos and 4K video using drones to document structural conditions, corrosion, or defects
Company
Port Tampa Bay
Port Tampa Bay is West Central Florida's single economic engine & primary gateway for waterborne commerce throughout Central Florida.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Paul Anderson
President & Chief Executive Officer
David DeLac
Chief Financial Officer
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