Structural EIT

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is looking for a Structural EIT to join their Building Engineering Services team in Vancouver, WA, offering a unique opportunity to work on a wide range of projects, including industrial facilities and water treatment plants. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering. The successful candidate will conduct design analyses, assist senior engineers, and engage in the employee-owned culture. Full-time position with exposure to various projects across the region.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering is required.
• Previous structural design experience is a plus.
• An attitude and commitment to participate in an employee-owned culture.

Responsibilities

• Conduct analyses to develop design options and assist in cost estimates.
• Perform routine engineering assignments using standard techniques.
• Work independently on small projects or assist senior engineers.
• Review shop drawings for conformance with specifications.
• Assist with site visits for existing facilities evaluation.

Skills

Structural design experience

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

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?

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 building engineering is more than systems and structures; it’s about powering progress and enabling innovation. As part of HDR’s Building Engineering Services Group, you’ll help design the critical infrastructure that supports the digital age and shapes the spaces where people work, connect, and thrive. From high-performance data centers driving the future of AI to dynamic commercial environments, your work will directly support technological advancement, sustainability, and human experience. We bring together mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil engineering experts to solve complex design challenges with precision, creativity, and collaboration. Whether you’re optimizing energy efficiency, integrating resilient systems, or engineering the backbone of next-generation facilities, your contributions will help define the future of the built environment. This isn’t just a job—it’s a chance to lead innovation, engineer impact, and build a legacy of excellence.

HDR is looking for a Structural EIT to support our growing Building Engineering Services team in Oregon and SW Washington. The successful candidate would be seated in the Vancouver, WA office, with opportunities to work with a wider team in the Portland, OR office and other offices across the region. HDR’s Building Engineering Services Group (BES) provides mechanical, electrical, plumbing, site civil, structural and specialty design services for a wide variety of building and non-building (e.g. substation, industrial, water treatment) structures that include public, municipal, private and Federal project types across the region and globally to both internal and external clients.

In this position, you’ll gain exposure to a wide variety of projects including, but not limited to industrial facilities, substations, waterfront facilities, water treatment plants, fish hatcheries and hydroelectric projects. You’ll work with a wide variety of structural materials, including steel, reinforced concrete and reinforced masonry. Projects range in size and scope from small structure repair and maintenance projects, to complete ground-up designs of new facilities.

Responsibilities

In the role of Structural EIT, we’ll count on you to:

• Conduct analyses to develop design options or recommendations and assist in the preparation of cost estimates and specifications for structural engineering projects
• Perform routine engineering assignments requiring application of standard techniques and procedures
• Work independently on small projects or assist more senior engineers on larger projects
• Give direction to clerical and technical personnel as needed
• Review shop drawings and submittals for conformance with project specifications with guidance from other staff
• Assist senior staff on site visits to evaluate condition of existing facilities
• Perform other duties as needed

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
• Previous structural design experience (internship or full-time work experience) is a plus
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

Office Location and Schedule

Primary Location: Vancouver, WA (with opportunities to work with the Portland, OR office and other offices across the region). Work schedule: Full‑time. Employee Status: Regular.

Employment Equity Statement

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.