Bridge EIT​/Designer

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HDR Engineering is looking for a Bridge Design Coordinator to join our St. Louis or Kansas City, MO team. The Bridge Design Coordinator will be expected to perform structural design on bridges and walls and occasional field work such as bridge inspection and construction observation.

• 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.

• MS Office, MathCAD and AutoCAD, LARSA and Prestress Concrete Design experience
• 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, stream restoration, planning, 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
• Preference given to local candidates

• Familiarity with Bluebeam Revu and knowledge of engineering software packages such as: LEAP Bridge Enterprise, FB-Multi Pier, LPile, AASHTOWare BrR, midas Civil, CSiBridge, RM Bridge, sp Column, STLBridge
  
  LRFD, or STLBridge.
• Bently Open Bridge 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

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.

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.

United States - Missouri - St. Louis

United States - Missouri - Kansas City

Highway + Road

Full‑time

Regular

Bridges and Structures

Jan 5, 2026

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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