Senior Designer - Bridge

HNTB Corporation; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

HNTB Corporation is seeking a Senior Designer to help develop and deliver bridge project designs. You will apply your technical experience to conceptual and detailed designs, calculations, reports, specifications, and plans, working closely with engineers and colleagues across disciplines.

The role is an individual contributor position that supports the design process from concept through project documents, under general supervision.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering Technology or related field with 6 years of experience.
• Associate's degree in Drafting or related field with 8 years of experience.
• In lieu of education, 10 years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Complete design elements and generate reports, specifications, and plans.
• Coordinate with engineers when plans are ready for signature.
• Work with multiple disciplines on multi-discipline projects.
• Outline objectives, requirements, and design approaches with engineers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Design coordination

Milestones management

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering Technology or related field

Associate's degree in Drafting or related field

10 years of related experience in lieu of education

Tools

OpenBridge Modeler

OpenRoads Designer

Civil 3D

CADD production workflows

Job description

Senior Designer

What We're Looking For

HNTB's Bridge Group is seeking a Senior Designer to help develop and deliver bridge project designs. In this role, you will apply your technical experience to conceptual and detailed designs, calculations, reports, specifications, and plans, working closely with engineers and colleagues across disciplines. You will help define design approaches, complete assigned design elements, and coordinate with the engineer when plans are ready for signature. This individual contributor role works under general supervision and offers the opportunity to contribute across the design process, from early concepts through completed project documents.

What You'll Do

• Responsible for completion of discipline engineering project elements such as reports, designs, specifications, and plans.
• Coordinates with engineer when plans are ready to be signed.
• Works closely with other disciplines on multi-discipline projects.
• Assists the engineer in outlining objectives, requirements, and design approaches.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What You'll Need

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering Technology or related field and 6 years of relevant experience, or
• Associate's degree in Drafting or related field and 8 years of relevant experience, or
• In lieu of education, 10 years of related experience

What We Prefer

• Experience developing coordinated bridge plans and details from preliminary concepts through final design deliverables.
• Strong command of OpenBridge Modeler, OpenRoads Designer, and Civil 3D to develop accurate bridge plans and details, coordinate models, and maintain project drafting standards.
• Strong command of CADD production workflows, including reference files, sheet organization, annotation, and consistent drawing presentation.
• Working knowledge of bridge components, structural detailing conventions, and applicable transportation agency drafting and detailing standards.
• Ability to translate engineering calculations, sketches, and design direction into clear, consistent plans and details.
• Experience coordinating bridge plans with roadway, drainage, geotechnical, and other project disciplines to identify and resolve design conflicts with the engineer.
• Ability to recognize constructability concerns, explain their implications, and help engineers evaluate practical detailing solutions.
• Demonstrated ability to organize assigned design work, meet milestones, and communicate unresolved technical issues early.

Additional Information

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Locations: Des Moines, IA, Kansas City, MO, Oklahoma City, OK, Overland Park, KS (Sprint Parkway), St. Louis, MO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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At HNTB, we are harnessing the power of collaboration and innovation to establish a new vision for the future of mobility across our country. You don't have to look far to see our impact. For more than a century, HNTB's spark has connected people and places, expanded opportunity, and left a lasting impact on our communities. Our culture of integrity and inclusion, combined with groundbreaking solutions, has affirmed our reputation and positioned our firm as the industry leader in delivering extraordinary value. When you join HNTB, you are joining an employee-owned firm founded on the values of integrity, collaboration, personal accountability, respect for others, and the development of all employees. We are committed to the continual improvement of an inclusive workplace. We encourage our employees to bring their whole and authentic selves to work, provide them a meaningful welcoming environment where they are valued, celebrated and respected. Diversity of thought and unique perspectives drives innovation, engagement and retention, which makes HNTB better and brings value to our clients and our communities.

Equal Opportunity Employer HNTB is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other status protected by law. We will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with a disability where appropriate.

In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, we will only employ qualified individuals legally authorized to work in the United States (if the position is or will be one which is subject to U.S. law). Verification of employment eligibility will be required. HNTB participates in E-Verify Know your rights: Right to Work