About Us

At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental, and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts, and artists. That's why we believe diversity is our greatest strength. HDR is proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace and an affirmative-action employer.

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We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That coloring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. And that small details yield important realizations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward

Primary Responsibilities

As a Rail Bridge Engineer, we'll count on you to:

• Serve in a technical role on rail bridges and structures engineering/design projects to support HDR's Freight Rail Market Sector and other market sectors as needed.
• Perform structures engineering/design calculations and develop design details using specialized software, writing specifications, developing cost estimates, and reviewing construction submittals.
• Support Project Managers or Task Leads in the development of proposal, project scope, budget, and schedule elements.
• Work across team-driven environments, across regions, and with a variety of clients that include rail, industrial, terminal, utility, agency, DOT, port, transit, and other industry clients.
• Be involved in project activities ranging from feasibility analysis to final design and through to construction phase activities.
• Support Project Managers by participating in client and stakeholder visits, site visits, field assessments, and construction inspections as needed.
• Review or check design calculations, estimates, and specifications produced by other staff.
• Assist in the delivery of multi-disciplinary projects, including the planning and environmental clearance process of a project.
• Mentor less-experienced staff.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil or structural engineering (or a related field)
• PE or the ability to obtain in 12 months; those hired without their PE will have an EIT title
• Minimum 5 years of bridge design experience; a master's degree can help supplement experience
• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite, MicroStation, AutoCAD, MathCAD, LARSA, Prestress Concrete Design
• Experience using structural analysis programs and bridge design software, load rating, and bridge rehabilitation
• Excellent communication skills and working in a team environment
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant in our employee-owned culture
• Ability to travel periodically for client visits, site visits, field assessments, and construction inspections

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Structural Engineering
• Experience managing junior staff
• Familiarity with engineering software packages such as LEAP Bridge Enterprise, FB-MultiPier, LPile, AASHTOWare BrR, Midas Civil, MDX, SAP2000, CSiBridge, ADINA, RM Bridge, spColumn, LUSAS, STLBridgeLRFD, or STLBridge
• Experience within the railroad engineering industry and familiarity with railroad design guidelines, specifications, and design criteria
• Preference given to local candidates

Why HDR

At HDR, we know work isn't only about who you work for it's also about what you do and how you do it. Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other's contributions, and collaborate together to make great things possible. When you join HDR, we give you license to do the same. We help you take charge of your career, giving you multiple growth opportunities along the way.