Senior Rail Bridge Engineer

Senior Bridge Engineer

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 work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world? 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.

In the role of Senior Bridge Engineer, we'll count on you to:

• Serve in a lead technical role on rail bridge design projects
• Perform complex structural planning, analysis and design for all structural aspects of transportation projects
• Work on a variety of projects including Class I railroads, shortlines, industrial and transit clients
• Perform bridge engineering/design calculations, developing structural details, inspecting bridges and performing load rating calculations
• Assist with geometric layout, writing specifications and develop cost estimates
• Some CAD plan production may also be required. Assignments may also include structural services related to inspections or construction
• Serve as a technical specialist or Project Manager on mid-size projects, and supervise more junior engineers in the performance of engineering tasks
• Perform other duties as needed

Project management responsibilities may include managing project scope, budget and schedule as well as development of design criteria, project guides, project meeting notes, and project controls. Position may require periodic client visits, site visits, field assessments, and construction inspection, as needed. Other duties may include assisting to develop proposals for project pursuits. The individual will work closely with HDR Rail Section Manager and project team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
• Master's degree in Structural Engineering
• Strong interest in railroad bridge design
• Proven hands-on experience in all aspects of bridge design projects
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office software, Mathcad, MicroStation, AutoCAD or other CAD software
• Experience using structural analysis programs and bridge design software (Bentley LEAP Bridge Enterprise, CSI Bridge, LARSA)
• Demonstrated leadership skills, communication skills and ability to work with various teams
• Railroad project experience is preferred
• Experience working with AREMA's Manual for Railway Engineering and other railroad design specifications is a plus
• Preference given to local candidates

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• A minimum of 10 years bridge design experience
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Proven hands-on experience in all aspects of bridge design projects
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office software, GEOPAK, AutoCAD and MicroStation
• Experience using structural analysis programs and bridge design software
• Demonstrated leadership skills, communication skills and ability to work with various teams
• Project management skills desirable
• Strong communication skills and willing to work in a team environment
• Must be comfortable being viewed as a technical expert in engineering analysis and design and have proven background of technical leadership on these types of projects
• 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.