HDR Engineering is looking for a Bridge EIT/Designer to join our Alaska Bridge and Structures Team in Anchorage. HDR is a nationally recognized company that consistently ranks among top national recognized firms, including #4 in Top 20 Bridge firms by Engineering News-Record. We are currently seeking a Bridge EIT/Designer with an interest in a wide variety of transportation structures including roadway bridges, rail bridges, marine structures, and other transportation structures to join our team of Transportation Professionals. The Bridge EIT will perform assignments under the direct supervision of a Professional Engineer in support of bridge design and inspection projects. Tasks may include performing standard bridge engineering/design procedures, developing structural details using specialized software (MicroStation, Mathcad, LARSA, CSiBridge, or various concrete and steel design or analysis programs), bridge inspection, performing structural load rating calculations as well as assisting with geometric layout and bridge type studies. Some CADD plan production may also be required.
In the role of Bridge EIT/Designer, we'll count on you to
Participate in bridge designs, develop design plans, perform structural load calculations and quantity takeoffs, review shop drawings and field submittals
Work in a team environment as well as independently while challenging yourself to acquire knowledge and experience in engineering
Support the bridge design group and other disciplines by applying structural engineering and detailing techniques in the development of structural designs
Perform other duties such as bridge inspection and construction observation as needed
Preferred Qualifications
Engineer in Training (EIT) certification strongly preferred. Candidates hired without their EIT will have the title of "Designer" and will be expected to obtain their EIT for career progression
MS Office, Math CAD and MicroStation experience
Familiarity with MIDAS, STAAD, or LARSA or other general structural analysis programs as well as OpenBridge Designer, MDX, AASHTOWare BrR, Finite Element Analysis software, and other structural design programs a plus
Master's degree in civil/structural engineering is preferred
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Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree
Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate.
MS Office, MathCAD and AutoCAD, LARSA and Prestress Concrete Design experience
Knowledge of and some familiarity with Bluebeam Revu and 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 Bentley OpenBridge Designer and 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.
