Bridge/Structural Designer/EIT

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the engineering sector is seeking a Bridge/Structural Designer/EIT to apply structural engineering techniques in the development of bridge designs. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and familiarity with various engineering software. This role offers the opportunity to work on impactful projects that contribute to community development and infrastructure improvement.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with engineering software packages such as LEAP Bridge Enterprise, FB-MultiPier, and AutoCAD.
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Bridge/Structures Engineering strongly preferred.
• Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Apply structural engineering techniques in the development of bridge and structure designs.
• Perform structural load calculations and assist with geometric layout.
• Participate in bridge/structural inspection and perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Strong understanding of structural layout and design

Good communication skills

Willingness to work in a team environment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Bridge/Structures Engineering

Master's degree in Structural Engineering

Tools

LEAP Bridge Enterprise

FB-MultiPier

AutoCAD

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?

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

Each 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/Structural Designer/EIT, we'll count on you to:

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

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Bridge/Structures Engineering strongly preferred
• Master's degree in Structural Engineering
• Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate. 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, STLBridge, MS Office, MathCAD, and AutoCAD, LARSA, and Prestress Concrete Design experience
• Experience in bridge/structural design
• Preference given to local candidates

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, 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 willingness to work in a team environment
• Commitment to being an active participant in our employee-owned culture

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.