Bridge Inspector​/Engineer

HDR is an employee-owned company dedicated to an inclusive environment where every person is valued and respected. We empower our people to bring their authentic selves and new ideas to work each day and to make a positive impact in our communities and the world.

In the role of Bridge Inspector/Engineer, you will contribute to inspections of bridges, tunnels, dams, hydraulic structures, and related facilities in accordance with NBIS, NTIS, and other relevant standards. You will work as part of a team to perform inspections and develop reports that summarize outcomes and condition assessments.

• Function as part of a team to complete initial, routine, in-depth, and fracture-critical inspections of fixed, movable, and signature bridges; tunnels; dams; hydraulic structures; and other miscellaneous structures for Agencies (federal, state, local) and private owners using NBIS, NTIS and other relevant standards.
• Use various access techniques including under bridge inspection equipment or other access methods to complete structural field inspections.
• Lead or assist with team planning and coordination to complete inspections.
• Develop bridge inspection reports summarizing outcomes and condition assessments completed during inspections.
• Complete structural load ratings as needed.
• Lead or assist with business development efforts with new and existing clients.

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering Degree
• PE in Florida (or can obtain via reciprocity within 6 months)
• Successful completion of FHWA-NHI approved comprehensive training to become a certified Bridge Inspection Team Leader
• Successful completion of FHWA-NHI approved bridge inspector refresher training course to maintain certified Bridge Inspection Team Leader status
• Successful completion of FHWA-NHI approved fracture-critical techniques for steel bridges training
• Minimum of 7 years of structural inspection experience
• Willingness to travel within the United States to inspection sites
• Demonstrated leadership and communication skills and ability to work with various teams
• FDOT Inspection Team Leader Certification
• Successful completion of FHWA-NHI approved comprehensive training to become a certified Tunnel Inspection Team Leader
• SPRAT Certification
• MEWP Operator Certification for scissor lifts, manlifts, UBIVs and vehicle-mounted bucket trucks and bucket vans

• Bachelor's degree
• Previous experience in bridge design
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or equivalent recognized by the licensing board for the position location
• Familiarity with engineering software 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/Open Bridge Modeler and/or Autodesk Infra Works and Civil 3D
• 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 and teamwork skills
• Commitment to participating in HDR’s employee-owned culture

HDR is our company. We value diverse life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

As employee-owners, we all contribute to an inclusive environment where everyone is welcomed, valued, respected, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work every day. Our eight Employee Network Groups include Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, and Young Professionals. These groups foster belonging and support, with executive sponsorship and open participation for all employees.

Primary

Location:

United States-Florida-Jacksonville

Other Locations:
United States-Florida-Doral, Tampa, West Palm Beach, Pensacola, Fort Lauderdale, Tallahassee, Orlando

Bridges

Full-time

Regular

Bridges and Structures

Oct 28, 2025

HDR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to employment equity and uphold affirmative action policies. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest or conviction records. For more information, visit

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