Rail Bridge CAD Manager

HDR, Inc.; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 89,040 - 127,200; Full time

Job summary

HDR, Inc. is looking for a skilled CAD professional in Cincinnati, Ohio, to lead and mentor Rail Bridge CAD staff and produce engineering designs for railway projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in CAD software, specifically with 3D modeling and BIM processes.

This role requires a technical degree, a minimum of 5 years' experience in digital design, and familiarity with rail infrastructure. A comprehensive benefits package and competitive salary range is provided.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience in digital design and delivery.
• Advanced skillset in 3D design software and coordination tools.
• Familiarity with industry standards and discipline codes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor CAD staff.
• Produce drawings and designs using CAD software.
• Create 3D models for railroad projects.

Skills

CAD design

BIM software proficiency

Microsoft Excel skills

Engineering Technology understanding

Railroad industry knowledge

Education

Associates degree in Engineering Technology / CAD

Technical degree or equivalent experience

Tools

OpenRail Designer

OpenRoad Designer

OpenBridge Designer

3D CAD software

Job description

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long‑term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full‑time regular positions. Temporary and part‑time roles eligible for limited benefits.) Pay Transparency Location: Ohio: $89,040 - $127,200.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor existing Rail Bridge CAD staff.
• Support Rail Bridge Engineers and Rail Bridge Project Managers with the production of drawings, layouts, sketches, maps, and graphic representations of engineering designs using CAD software.
• Maintain client specific CAD standards and workspaces.
• Develop basic construction quantities from designs.
• Create 3D models of freight railroad track/civil projects and other Building Information Modeling (BIM) tasks to support the development of railroad projects.
• Typical projects will be for railway, transit, and highway projects.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associates degree in Engineering Technology / CAD.
• Experience in rail bridge and/or rail civil design drafting or related projects.
• Experience with OpenRail Designer, OpenRoad Designer, and/or OpenBridge Designer.
• Experience working with BIM and 3D CAD software platforms.
• Strong computer skills using Microsoft Office, including the ability to use Excel to calculate quantities for cost estimating purposes.
• Experience and/or interest in the railroad industry.

Required Qualifications

• Technical degree or a combination of education and relevant experience.
• A minimum of 5 years digital design (BIM element authoring) and 5 years digital delivery (model management) experience.
• Comprehensive understanding of all discipline relations and operations of building systems.
• Advanced skillset of 3D design software and document management infrastructure.
• Advanced skillset of 3D Coordination tools.
• Advanced skillset of Microsoft Office products and communication tools.
• Familiar with industry standards and practices, along with discipline codes and specifications.
• Familiar with basic automation and programming applications for efficiencies.