Rail Bridge Engineer

Overview

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:
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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 transportation is more than movement, it’s the foundation of connected, thriving communities. As part of HDR’s Transportation Business Group, you’ll help shape the systems that move people and goods safely, efficiently, and sustainably. From designing resilient highways and iconic bridges to advancing transit, passenger and freight rail, aviation, federal transportation ports and marine infrastructure, your work will directly support economic vitality, public safety, sustainable and resilient communities and quality of life.

We bring together planners, engineers, architects, construction management staff, environmental, strategic communications, economists, management consultants and specialists across disciplines to solve complex mobility challenges with innovation, technical excellence, and a deep understanding of community needs. Whether you re modernizing aging infrastructure or pioneering next-generation transportation solutions, your contributions will help define the future of mobility. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead progress, drive meaningful impact, and leave a legacy of smarter, more connected transportation networks.

We are all employee-owners at HDR, which is the foundation of our collaborative culture that connects employees around the world.

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In the role of Freight Rail Bridge Engineer, you will work on projects that involve the design and detail of fixed and movable span bridges, culverts, crash walls and any other railroad related structures. You will be tasked with the design and detail of steel, wood, concrete and prestressed concrete members subjected to Coopers live load. You will work on projects as a third party reviewer of other designs/plans.

You will be required to travel for site visits with the client and perform field inspections. This role requires a strong detailing mind with the ability to provide the owner with constructible and cost-effective solutions.

We ll count on you to:

• Serve in a technical role, under the direction of a Project Manager.
• Work and communicate with the client to develop timely solutions.
• Oversee the work of EITs and Junior Project Engineers.
• Take responsibility for project involvement, ranging from site feasibility analysis to final design and through the construction phase.
• Work as an effective team member to develop solutions for.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master s degree in Structural Engineering
• A minimum of 3 years  experience in bridge design.

Required Qualifications

• Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example:
  Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.
• Familiarity with Bluebeam Revu and engineering software packages such as: LEAP Bridge Enterprise, FB-Multi Pier, LPile, AASHTOWare BrR, midas Civil, MDX, SAP
  2000, CSiBridge, RM Bridge, sp Column, STLBridge
  
  LRFD, or STLBridge.
• Knowledge of ADINA, LUSAS, Bentley Open Bridge Designer and Open Bridge Modeler and/or Autodesk Infraworks and Civil3d.
• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite, Micro Station, AutoCAD, MathCAD, LARSA, Prestress Concrete Design
• Experience using structural analysis programs and bridge design software
• Experience managing junior staff
• Excellent communication skills and working in a team environment
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must