Senior Bridge Engineer

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Bridge Engineer to lead innovative transportation projects. In this pivotal role, you will utilize your extensive experience in bridge design to oversee complex structural planning and analysis. Your leadership will guide junior engineers while ensuring high-quality project execution. This role offers the chance to impact communities positively through well-designed infrastructure. Join a collaborative environment where your expertise is valued, and your contributions will help shape the future of transportation engineering.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of bridge design experience with a PE license required.
• Proficiency in engineering software and structural analysis programs.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex structural planning and design for transportation projects.
• Lead technical roles on bridge design projects and supervise junior engineers.

Skills

Bridge Design

Structural Analysis

Project Management

Communication Skills

Leadership Skills

Education

Master's degree in Structural Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Microsoft Office

LEAP Bridge Enterprise

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 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?

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.

In the role of Senior Bridge Engineer, we'll count on you to:

• Perform complex structural planning, analysis and design for all structural aspects of transportation projects
• 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
• Serve in a lead technical role on bridge design projects
• Serve as a technical specialist or Project Manager on mid-size projects, and supervise more junior engineers in the performance of engineering tasks
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Structural Engineering
• 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 including precast concrete bridges, steel bridges, bridge rehabilitations, bridge widenings, box culverts, retaining wall and bridge inspection

Required Qualifications

• A minimum of 10 years bridge design experience
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Proven hands-on experience in all aspects of bridge design projects
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office software, GEOPAK, AutoCAD and MicroStation
• Experience using structural analysis programs and bridge design software
• Demonstrated leadership skills, communication skills and ability to work with various teams
• Strong communication skills and willing to work in a team environment
• Must be comfortable being viewed as a technical expert in engineering analysis and design and have proven background of technical leadership on these types of projects
• 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-Arizona-Phoenix

Industry

Bridges

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Business Class: Bridges and Structures

Job Posting

Mar 26, 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.

Ready to learn more? Let's work together to make great things possible.

We design solutions to the world's greatest challenges. We're always looking for great talent to join our global teams.