Bridge Design Engineer in Training (EIT)

HDR, Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising is looking for a structural engineer in Phoenix, Arizona. The successful candidate will apply engineering techniques to develop bridge designs and will be required to perform load calculations and assist with layout. Candidates should hold a Master's degree in Structural Engineering with experience in structural design software. Full-time schedule with an emphasis on teamwork and communication is expected.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with engineering software packages such as LEAP Bridge Enterprise, FB-MultiPier, LPile.
• Experience in bridge and structural design.
• Good communication skills and willingness to work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Apply structural engineering techniques in bridge design.
• Perform structural load calculations and assist with layout.
• Participate in bridge inspections and other duties as needed.

Skills

Structural engineering

Bridge design

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Structural Engineering

Tools

LEAP Bridge Enterprise

AutoCAD

MathCAD

Bluebeam Revu

Bentley OpenBridge Modeler

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 foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

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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 Design Coordinator, we'll count on you to:

• Apply structural engineering and detailing techniques in the development of bridge designs
• Work on projects that typically include bridge (steel plate girder, prestress concrete, segmental and cable) box culvert, and interchange design for highway and railway projects
• Perform structural load calculations and assist with geometric layout and quantity development
  
• Select standard bridge engineering/design procedures, and develop structural details using specialized software
• Participate in bridge inspection, perform structural load calculations and assist with geometric layout and quantity development
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Structural Engineering
• Candidates without their EIT will be placed into a Design Coordinator job code and will be expected to obtain their EIT for career progression
• Familiarity with engineering software packages such as: LEAP Bridge Enterprise, FB-MultiPier, LPile, AASHTOWare BrR, midas Civil, MDX, SAP2000, CSiBridge, ADINA, RM Bridge, spColumn, LUSAS, STLBridgeLRFD, or STLBridge,
• MS Office, MathCAD and AutoCAD, LARSA and Prestress Concrete Design experience
  
• Experience in bridge/structural design

Required Qualifications

• Familiarity with Bluebeam Revu and knowledge of engineering software packages such as: LEAP Bridge Enterprise, FB-MultiPier, LPile, AASHTOWare BrR, midas Civil, CSiBridge, RM Bridge, spColumn, STLBridgeLRFD, or STLBridge.
• Bentley OpenBridge Modeler and/or Autodesk Infraworks and Civil3d
  
• Strong understanding and hands-on use of computers for structural layout and design
• Good communication skills and willing to work 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.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location

Primary Location

: United States-Arizona-Phoenix

Other Locations

Other Locations

: United States-Arizona-Tucson

Industry

: Bridges

Schedule

Schedule

: Full-time

Employee Status

Employee Status

: Regular

BusinessClass : Bridges and Structures

Job Posting

Job Posting

: Jul 16, 2026

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

We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employe r.

We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

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