Bridge Engineer

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Bridge Engineer in Cincinnati, Ohio. The role involves applying structural engineering techniques on various bridge projects and managing junior staff. Candidates must hold a Master's in Structural Engineering and possess a professional engineering license. This is a full-time position with a commitment to inclusion and employee empowerment.

Qualifications

• Requires professional engineering license (PE or P.Eng).
• Minimum 3 years' experience in bridge design.
• Experience managing junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Apply structural engineering techniques to projects.
• Select and develop structural details using design software.
• Review and check designs produced by junior engineers.

Skills

Familiarity with Bluebeam Revu

Knowledge of engineering software packages

Excellent communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Master's degree in Structural Engineering

Tools

LEAP Bridge Enterprise

FB-MultiPier

AutoCAD

MathCAD

SAP2000

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.

Bridge Engineer

Apply structural engineering and detailing techniques.

Work on projects that typically include bridges (steel plate girder, prestressed concrete, box culvert, and interchange design for highway 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.

Review, assign work and/or check design calculations, estimates, and specifications produced by junior engineers and EITs.

Perform other duties as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree in Structural Engineering.

A minimum of 3 years' experience in bridge design.

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Required Qualifications

Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) 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, Bentley 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.

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

United States-Ohio-Columbus

Industry

Bridges

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Business Class

Bridges and Structures

Job Posting

Oct 15, 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.

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