Senior Highway Bridge Engineer

HDR, Inc.; Missoula (MT); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Senior Bridge Engineer in Missoula, MT to lead bridge design projects and guide a team of engineers. Your work will cover structural analysis, design, and coordination with multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe, efficient transportation solutions.

You will mentor junior staff, manage project tasks, and ensure compliance with standards. A PE license and a minimum of 10 years' bridge experience are required.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Structural Engineering is preferred.
• Requires PE license and state recognition.
• Minimum 10 years bridge design experience.
• Experience leading teams and communicating with cross-functional groups.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical role on bridge design projects.
• Perform complex structural planning, analysis and design.
• Work on highways, interchange and culvert design.
• Act as Project Manager on mid-size projects and supervise junior engineers.

Skills

Bridge design

Structural analysis

Leadership

Team collaboration

Communication

Engineering software

Education

Master's degree in Structural Engineering

Tools

LEAP Bridge Enterprise

FB-MultiPier

LPile

AASHTOWare BrR

midas Civil

SAP2000

CSiBridge

RM Bridge

spColumn

LUSAS

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 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.

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

• Serve in a lead technical role on bridge design projects
• 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 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
• SE
• 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

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.

• A minimum of 10 years bridge design experience
• Proven hands-on experience in all aspects of bridge design projects
• Familiarity withBluebeam Revuand 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
• 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

Other Locations

Industry

Bridges

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

BusinessClass : Bridges and Structures

Job Posting

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We are an Affirmitive Action and Equal Opportunity Employe r.

We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

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