Structural Engineer Inspector | Remote-Based with Travel
IMEG is seeking a Structural Engineer Inspector for a remote-based role that offers the flexibility of working from home while traveling to project sites for visual observations and inspections. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys being out in the field, working directly with contractors, engineers, and project teams, and playing a key role in verifying that structural work is being completed in alignment with applicable codes, project specifications, and design intent.
In this role, you’ll perform visual site observations of structural elements related to earthwork, concrete, masonry, steel, and wood construction. You’ll document field conditions, identify and communicate discrepancies, and support project teams by helping ensure quality, safety, and structural integrity throughout construction.
This position is focused on structural observations and inspection support and does not include Construction Materials Testing. The ideal candidate brings strong knowledge of construction practices, material behavior, and field coordination, along with the ability to work independently in a remote/travel-based environment.
Principal Responsibilities
• Perform field observations and inspections of structural elements of buildings and other structures
• Serve as an International Building Code defined Special Inspector on applicable projects designed by the company or by other companies
• Prepare well-written, organized inspection reports
• Assist project design teams as required by the project
• Interpret and evaluate field conditions and laboratory reports
• Conduct job site visits and photograph relevant field conditions for report documentation
• Document observations, project discrepancies, and collaboration with the Structural Engineer of Record (SEoR) to support remedial action
• Review shop drawings and provide markups to the SEoR for review and approval
• Assist with requests for information (RFIs), interpretation of test results, and contractor change orders
Required Qualifications and Skills
• Associates degree, or certificate, in Engineering, or equivalent, preferred
• No experience required, 1 years of experience preferred; prior experience in structural inspection or the building design consulting industry preferred
• Possession of, or desire to obtain a recognized certification related to Structural Inspection (i. e. ICC General Requirements, ICC Reinforced Concrete, ICC Structural Masonry, ICC Structural Steel and Bolting, ICC Structural Welding, ICC Master of Special Inspections, and/or AWS-Certified Weld Inspector) preferred
• Ability to read and understand construction documents including drawings, specifications, and shop drawings
• Manage and control own schedule to ensure timely services are provided on all assigned projects
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Eagerness to adapt to new challenges
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft and MS Office Suite including but not limited to Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Ability to travel up to 10% with occasional overnight stays
This position is not eligible for sponsorship.
Why Join Us
IMEG puts people first—with a strong focus on career growth, work-life balance, and meaningful impact. As a 100% employee-owned firm, we offer the resources of a national design leader with the close-knit culture of a local office. You’ll collaborate across disciplines, contribute to innovative, sustainable projects, and shape the communities we serve. Join a team where your ideas are valued, your development is supported, and your work truly matters.
You’ll join a structural team with broad experience across markets and project types, from new high-rise construction to adaptive reuse of historic structures.
Structural Team Highlights
• IMEG’s structural team is nearly 400 strong and delivers safe, efficient structural solutions that achieve project goals, even amid complexity
• The team has extensive design experience across market sectors and project types, from new high-rise construction to adaptive reuse of historic structures
• Structural expertise spans foundational design and framing systems in steel, concrete, and timber, along with seismic engineering, facade support, and long-span specialty structures
• Team capabilities also include vibration analysis, parametric modeling, disaster/emergency structural services, and innovative materials design including mass timber
Locations available:
Remote eligible in: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Mexico, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
Apply today to join IMEG and help deliver accurate, high-quality structural inspection services that protect project quality and strengthen the communities we serve.
IMEG, an employee-owned corporation, is committed to investing in employees’ futures through professional development programs and opportunities for career advancement. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including generous PTO, flexible schedule, and assistance with tuition reimbursement. Additionally, employees are eligible to enroll in health, dental, vision, and life insurance on their first day of employment.
Want to learn more about IMEG and our other amazing career opportunities? Please visit https://www.imegcorp.com/careers/
IMEG is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all employment practices, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation or gender identity), gender, national origin, disability, age, genetic information (including family medical history), parental status (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions including lactation), ethnic origin, hair type (including hairstyle or hair texture), citizenship status, marital status, military service, veteran’s status, political affiliation, non-merit-based factors, or any other characteristic protected by law. In accordance with antidiscrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to put into effect these principles and mandates. IMEG prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. IMEG conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.
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With a history that dates back nearly 100 years, IMEG grew from several firms coming together under one uniting vision: people-centered engineering. As a national engineering and design consulting company we’ve intentionally localized our focus to serve carefully chosen regions and markets, allowing us to put relationships and communities first, without sacrificing expertise.
Our specialties are high-performing building systems, infrastructure, program management and construction-related services, but our secret to success is found in our deep bench of 1,500 team members. For us, people-centered engineering is about more than the people we serve — it’s representative of the engaged employee culture we’ve worked hard to create. We believe in investing in our people and their professional futures through continuous training, community involvement and the ability to develop a niche specialty.
After all, that’s the whole reason we’re drawn to people-centered engineering: everyone wins. By utilizing a collaborative project approach that values our local relationships, national resources and employee engagement, we’re able to produce high caliber work through high quality processes.
