Structural Engineer (Transportation)

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising in New York is seeking a skilled Structural Engineer to lead design efforts on bridge and transit projects. Applicants should hold a Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering, with a professional engineering license and at least five years of relevant experience.

This full-time role focuses on applying structural techniques, performing load calculations, and interacting with clients, contributing to impactful infrastructure projects.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Structural Engineering preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in structural design required.
• Professional engineering license is essential.

Responsibilities

• Apply structural engineering and detailing techniques.
• Work on bridge and transit projects.
• Check design calculations and specifications.

Skills

Structural engineering techniques

Bridge project design

Structural load calculations

Client interfacing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Master’s degree in 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?

In this role, you will perform the following responsibilities:

• Apply structural engineering and detailing techniques.
• Work on bridge projects (steel plate girder, prestressed concrete, box culvert, and interchange design for highway projects) and/or transit projects (elevated and/or underground stations and line structures).
• Select standard engineering/design procedures, develop structural details using specialized structural design and analysis software, and perform structural load calculations; assist with geometric layout and quantity development.
• Review, assign work, and/or check design calculations, estimates, and specifications produced by junior engineers and EITs.
• Interface with clients depending on the role on the project.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Structural Engineering.
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in structural design.
• Preference is given to local candidates.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position (e.g., Professional Engineer – PE or P.Eng).
• Previous experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant in our employee‑owned culture is a must.

Job Details

Primary Location: United States – New York – New York

Industry: Highway + Road

Schedule: Full‑time

Employee Status: Regular

Business Class: Bridges and Structures

Job Posting Date: May 19, 2026

EEO 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.