Bridge Engineer

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

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Bridge Engineer to join their team in Portland, Oregon. This role involves applying structural engineering design and analysis to develop projects, managing junior engineers, and ensuring high-quality bridge designs. The ideal candidate will hold a Master's degree in Structural Engineering, possess a professional engineering license, and have a solid background in bridge design tools. The firm fosters an employee-owned culture, emphasizing collaboration and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in bridge design.
• Experience managing junior staff is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Apply structural engineering analysis and design for bridges.
• Complete structural load ratings for bridge structures.
• Serve as technical bridge lead and check junior staff's calculations.

Skills

Structural engineering analysis

Bridge design

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Structural Engineering

Tools

SAP2000

AutoCAD

Bluebeam Revu

Microsoft Office Suite

LARSA

CSiBridge

Midas Civil

LEAP Bridge Enterprise

FB-MultiPier

Job description

Overview

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.

We believe transportation is more than movement, it’s the foundation of connected, thriving communities. As part of HDR’s Transportation Business Group, you’ll help shape the systems that move people and goods safely, efficiently, and sustainably. From designing resilient highways and iconic bridges to advancing transit, passenger and freight rail, aviation, federal transportation ports and marine infrastructure, your work will directly support economic vitality, public safety, sustainable and resilient communities and quality of life. We bring together planners, engineers, architects, construction management staff, environmental, strategic communications, economists, management consultants and specialists across disciplines to solve complex mobility challenges with innovation, technical excellence, and a deep understanding of community needs. Whether you\'re modernizing aging infrastructure or pioneering next-generation transportation solutions, your contributions will help define the future of mobility. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead progress, drive meaningful impact, and leave a legacy of smarter, more connected transportation networks. We are all employee-owners at HDR, which is the foundation of our collaborative culture that connects employees around the world.

Responsibilities

1. In the role of Bridge Engineer, apply structural engineering analysis, design, and detailing techniques to develop contract documents (plans, specifications, and estimates) for projects that typically include traditional highway bridges (steel plate girder or prestressed concrete) and signature long-span highway bridges, railroad bridges, retaining walls, and sign bridges in seismic geographical locations.
2. Complete structural load ratings for simple and complex bridge structures.
3. Assign work, and/or check design calculations, estimates, and specifications produced by junior engineers and EITs.
4. Serve as technical bridge lead.
5. Perform other duties as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Structural Engineering
• A minimum of 3 years' experience in bridge design.
• Experience with engineering software packages such as: SAP2000, LARSA 4D, LEAP Bridge Enterprise, FB-MultiPier, LPile, AASHTOWare BrR, Midas Civil, MDX, CSiBridge, ADINA, RM Bridge, spColumn, LUSAS, STLBridgeLRFD, or STLBridge.

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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.

Location & Schedule

Primary Location: Not specified

Other Locations: Not specified

Industry

Bridges

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Business Class: Bridges and Structures

Job Posting

Jan 26, 2026

EEO Statement: 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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