Structural EIT/Inspector

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Walnut Creek (CA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Structural EIT/Inspector, where you'll engage in vital inspections of dams and bridges. This role emphasizes teamwork and personal growth, allowing you to develop your skills in a supportive environment. You'll be involved in preparing detailed reports and safety plans while collaborating with a diverse group of professionals. If you're passionate about engineering and eager to make a difference, this opportunity offers a pathway to contribute to essential infrastructure projects while fostering a culture of inclusion and respect.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering required.
• 0-2+ years’ experience in bridge/structural inspection preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct local and national inspections of dams and bridges.
• Assist in preparing inspection reports and safety plans.

Skills

Structural Engineering

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Field Inspection

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Master's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

Tools

CADD

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?

Primary Responsibilities

HDR Engineering is looking for a Structural EIT/Inspector to join our National Infrastructure Inspection Team. The Structural EIT/Inspector will be expected to perform local and national dam, hydraulic structure, and bridge inspections and occasional office engineering (design, CADD, analysis). They will also assist the lead inspector in performing inspections and preparing reports on a regular basis.

In the role of Structural EIT/Inspector, we'll count on you to:

• Participate in local and national dam, hydraulic structure and bridge inspections
• Assist in the preparation of written reports summarizing inspections and findings
• Prepare pre-inspection planning tasks including but not limited to site walks, development of health and safety plans, rigging and rescue plans, confined space entry plans, and coordinating with health and safety
• Work in a team environment and independently while challenging yourself to acquire knowledge and experience in engineering
• Support the hydraulic structure design group and other disciplines by applying structural engineering and detailing techniques in the development of structural designs
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering
• 0-2+ years’ bridge/structural inspection and design experience preferred
• Enthusiastic individual with a willingness to become certified as a Society of Professional Rope Access Technician (SPRAT) and work at heights.
• Must be willing to work with other disciplines (bridge design, roadway design, hydraulic analysis, stream restoration, planning, traffic control) within the office, as necessary, during inspection downtime.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and have the ability to travel for multiple night stays during the week.
• This position requires physical ability to perform field inspections of in-service dam, spillways, bridge and culvert structures, tunnel structures, highway structures, overhead sign structures, hydraulic structures, and metal traffic signal poles. Physical demands include positioning extension ladders, maneuvering small boats, driving long distances, confined space, air travel, occasionally working at night, and walking long distances on uneven surfaces.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Must have good communication skills and be willing to work in a multi-disciplinary team environment.
• Candidate should expect exposure to environmental hazards, such as, but not limited to, warm and cold temperatures, water, work-at-height, poisonous plants, snakes, ticks, spiders, and other creatures.

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

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-California-Walnut Creek, United States-California-Folsom

Industry

Water

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Business Class: Dams Levees Civil Works

Job Posting

Feb 25, 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.

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