Bridge Designer / EIT

HDR; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Bridge Designer/EIT to contribute to transformative infrastructure projects in Florida. This role involves applying advanced structural engineering techniques to design bridges and support vital transportation initiatives. You'll collaborate with a talented team, engage with project officials, and help shape the future of mobility in the region. Join a company that values diversity, equity, and inclusion, and be part of a mission to enhance the quality of life for communities. This is a unique opportunity to grow your career while making a meaningful impact.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Structural Engineering preferred.
• Experience in bridge/structural design is essential.
• Strong understanding of structural layout and design software.

Responsibilities

• Apply structural engineering techniques to bridge design projects.
• Develop RFP documents and support the Structures Program Manager.
• Perform structural load calculations and assist with quantity development.

Skills

Structural Engineering

Bridge Design

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Structural Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MathCAD

MS Office

Bluebeam Revu

Bently OpenBridge Modeler

Civil3D

LEAP Bridge Enterprise

FB-MultiPier

CSiBridge

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?

Watch Our Story: https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story

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.

HDR is looking to hire a Bridge Designer/ EIT for the “Moving I-4 Forward” project. Florida is experiencing unprecedented population growth and welcoming record-setting numbers of annual visitors. In response, the state is actively working to address infrastructure needs statewide. As part of Governor DeSantis’ Moving Florida Forward Infrastructure Initiative, a Corridor Project Office (CPO) has been established to expedite a series of projects in Central Florida, including along I-4 from west of U.S. 27 in Polk County to east of S.R. 536 in Orange County and the new Poinciana Connector (S.R.538). Dubbed “Moving I-4 Forward,” these projects will provide congestion relief up to 15 years sooner than originally scheduled and will improve mobility, increase safety, enhance the quality of life for the community, and ensure the resiliency of the transportation system in the future.

As a Bridge Designer/ EIT working on this dynamic project at the CPO in Celebration, Florida you will be in daily contact with project officials and other engineers, while supporting the Structures Program Manager in implementing the structures program. As a part of the program, you will work with roadway, drainage, structures and other engineers and designers to develop request for proposal (RFP) documents, concept plans and specifications for procurement of design/build (DB) teams. In addition, you will develop calculations and quantities in support of these elements. Your duties will also include review of submittals from the DB teams and various other tasks in support of the Structures Program Manager. This project offers a one-of-a-kind opportunity to advance your career.

This position will be embedded at a client site and will be expected to be there 5 days a week.

Primary Responsibilities

• Apply structural engineering and detailing techniques
• 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
• 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 and quantity development
• Perform structural load calculations and assist with geometric layout and quantity development
• Develop structural details using basic structural design and analysis 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
• Experience in bridge/structural design
• Preference given to local candidates

Required Qualifications

• MS Office, MathCAD and AutoCAD, LARSA and Prestress Concrete Design experience
• 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
• Bently 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.

About the company

HDR, Inc. is an employee-owned design firm, specializing in engineering, architecture, environmental, and construction services.