Structural Bridge EIT/Coordinator

HDR; Rosemont (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Structural Bridge Design EIT/Coordinator to contribute to bridge projects in Illinois. The role focuses on applying engineering and detailing techniques across various bridge types, and using specialized software for design and analysis.

The position requires familiarity with multiple engineering tools, strong collaboration, and a commitment to HDR's employee-owned culture. Expect full-time work in a collaborative environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with listed bridge software and general engineering tools.
• Experience in bridge/structural design and detailing.

Responsibilities

• Apply structural engineering and detailing techniques in bridge designs.
• Develop designs for steel plate girder, prestress concrete, segmental and cable bridges.
• Perform structural load calculations and assist with geometry layout and quantity development.
• Select standard bridge engineering procedures and develop structural details using specialized software.
• Participate in bridge inspection and related calculations.
• Develop structural details using basic design software.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Bridge design

Structural detailing

Project coordination

Education

Master's degree in Structural Engineering

Tools

LEAP Bridge Enterprise

FB-MultiPier

LPile

AASHTOWare BrR

midas Civil

CSiBridge

RM Bridge

AutoCAD

MS Office

MathCAD

LUSAS

STLBridgeLRFD

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?
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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 Structural Bridge Design EIT/Coordinator, we'll count on you to:

• Apply structural engineering and detailing techniques in the development of bridge designs
• 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
• Perform structural load calculations and assist with geometric layout and quantity development
• Select standard bridge engineering/design procedures, and develop structural details using specialized software
• Participate in bridge inspection, perform structural load calculations and assist with geometric layout and quantity development
• Develop structural details using basic structural design and analysis software.
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Structural Engineering
• 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, or STLBridge,
• MS Office, MathCAD and AutoCAD, LARSA and Prestress Concrete Design experience
• Experience in bridge/structural design

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, or STLBridge.
• Bentley 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 willing to work in a team environment
• 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

Industry

Bridges

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

BusinessClass : Bridges and Structures

Job Posting

Oct 13, 2026

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

We are an affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employe r.
We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

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