Bridge Engineer

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Richmond Hill; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Bridge Engineer to contribute to impactful projects that shape infrastructure. In this pivotal role, you will apply your expertise in structural engineering to design and analyze various bridge types, ensuring safety and compliance. Collaborate with a diverse team, utilizing advanced engineering software to deliver exceptional results. This position offers the opportunity to lead projects and mentor junior engineers, fostering a culture of innovation and teamwork. Join a company dedicated to making a difference in communities through sustainable engineering solutions.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of bridge design or construction experience required.
• Proven experience in bridge design projects and managing junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Apply structural engineering techniques to bridge projects.
• Coordinate work with other disciplines and prepare technical reports.

Skills

Bridge Design

Structural Engineering

Leadership Skills

Communication Skills

Project Management

Education

Professional Engineer (PE) License

Tools

Bluebeam Revu

LEAP Bridge Enterprise

SAP2000

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

In the role of Bridge Engineer, we'll count on you to:

• Apply structural engineering and detailing techniques
• Work on projects that typically include bridges (steel plate girder, pre-stressed concrete, reinforced concrete, etc.), box culvert and grade separations for highway and railway projects
• Select standard bridge engineering/design procedures, develop structural details using specialized structural design and analysis software and perform structural load calculations; and assist with geometric layout, specifications and quantity development
• Review, assign work and/or check design calculations, estimates, and specifications produced by junior engineers and EITs
• Prepare and review technical reports, tender documents and cost estimates
• Coordinate work with other disciplines including road, geotechnical, drainage and environmental planning
• Carry out Construction Contract Administration Duties.

Preferred Qualifications

• A minimum of 4 years bridge design or construction experience, including MTO Bridges and Railway Bridges
• Proven hands-on experience in all aspects of bridge design and construction projects
• Demonstrated leadership skills, excellent communication skills including writing technical reports and ability to work with various teams

Required Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Familiarity with Bluebeam Revu and engineering software packages such as: LEAP Bridge Enterprise, FB-MultiPier, LPile, AASHTOWare BrR, midas Civil, MDX, SAP2000, CSiBridge, RM Bridge, spColumn, STLBridgeLRFD, or STLBridge.
• Knowledge of ADINA, LUSAS, Bently OpenBridge Designer and OpenBridge Modeler and/or Autodesk Infraworks and Civil3d.
• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite, MicroStation, AutoCAD, MathCAD, LARSA, Prestress Concrete Design
• Experience using structural analysis programs and bridge design software
• Experience managing junior staff
• Excellent communication skills and working in a team environment
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

At HDR, the health and safety of our employees is of the utmost importance. In accordance with local safety, health, and environmental legislation, HDR is committed to developing, maintaining, and enforcing proactive safe work policies, procedures, and standards.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and other applicable legislation, we are committed to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities. Candidates with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment and selection process by contacting our Human Resources team.

Primary Location

Canada-Ontario-Richmond Hill

Industry

Bridges

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Business Class: Bridges and Structures

Job Posting

Mar 28, 2025

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

Ready to learn more? Let's work together to make great things possible.

We design solutions to the world's greatest challenges. We're always looking for great talent to join our global teams.