Bridge EIT​/Designer

HDR Engineering is looking for a Bridge EIT/Designer to join our SC Bridge and Structures Team in Columbia. The role supports bridge design and inspection projects under the supervision of a Professional Engineer.

• 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.

• 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 Micro Station experience.
• Familiarity with MIDAS, STAAD, LARSA or other general structural analysis programs, as well as Open Bridge Designer, MDX, AASHTOWare BRR, Finite Element Analysis software, and other structural design programs a plus.
• Master's degree in civil/structural engineering is preferred.
• New graduate candidates considered; additional bridge/structural design experience will also be considered.
• Must be willing to work with other disciplines (bridge inspection, roadway design, hydraulic analysis, construction services, environmental) within the office.
• Familiarity with AASHTO Bridge Design Specifications and other DOT design guidelines considered a plus.
• 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 on a wide range of projects.
• Strong understanding and hands‑on use of computers for structural layout and design.
• Preference given to local candidates.

• Bachelor's degree in Structural Engineering.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must.

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.