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HDR 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: What is our impact on the world? In the role of Rail Bridge Designer, we'll count on you to: Apply structural engineering and detailing techniques in the development of bridge designs Work on projects that typically include bridge steel plate girder, prestress concrete, steel truss, box culvert, and interchange design for railway overpass projects Perform structural load calculations and assist with geometric layout and quantity development Select standard bridge engineering/design procedures, and develop structural details using specialized software Participate in bridge inspection Perform other duties as needed
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering with a Structures emphasis or related engineering degree Master's degree in Structural Engineering Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate - candidates without their EIT will be placed into a Design Coordinator job code and will be expected to obtain their EIT for career progression Familiarity with engineering software packages such as: MathCAD, LEAP Bridge Enterprise, FB-MultiPier, LPile, SAP2000, CSiBridge Local candidates preferred
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree Familiarity with Bluebeam Revu and knowledge of engineering software packages such as: LEAP Bridge Enterprise, FB-MultiPier, LPile, AASHTOWare BrR, midas Civil, CSiBridge, RM Bridge, spColumn, STLBridgeLRFD, or STLBridge. Bently OpenBridge 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
What We Believe
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. Our Commitment
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. We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. Ohio: $52,570 - $86,365. Primary Location
United States-Pennsylvania-Bethlehem
Other Locations
United States-Ohio-Cincinnati United States-Pennsylvania-Philadelphia United States-Ohio-Columbus United States-Ohio-Cleveland United States-Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh United States-Pennsylvania-Mechanicsburg
Industry
Bridges
Schedule
Full-time
Employee Status
Regular
Business Class
Railway Design
Job Posting
Aug 20, 2025
At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.hdrinc.com/equal-employment-opportunity-employer). We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records. Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Management, Consulting, and Engineering
Industries
Civil Engineering, Truck Transportation, and Construction
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Rail Bridge Designer / EIT
role at
HDR 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: What is our impact on the world? In the role of Rail Bridge Designer, we'll count on you to: Apply structural engineering and detailing techniques in the development of bridge designs Work on projects that typically include bridge steel plate girder, prestress concrete, steel truss, box culvert, and interchange design for railway overpass projects Perform structural load calculations and assist with geometric layout and quantity development Select standard bridge engineering/design procedures, and develop structural details using specialized software Participate in bridge inspection Perform other duties as needed
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering with a Structures emphasis or related engineering degree Master's degree in Structural Engineering Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate - candidates without their EIT will be placed into a Design Coordinator job code and will be expected to obtain their EIT for career progression Familiarity with engineering software packages such as: MathCAD, LEAP Bridge Enterprise, FB-MultiPier, LPile, SAP2000, CSiBridge Local candidates preferred
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree Familiarity with Bluebeam Revu and knowledge of engineering software packages such as: LEAP Bridge Enterprise, FB-MultiPier, LPile, AASHTOWare BrR, midas Civil, CSiBridge, RM Bridge, spColumn, STLBridgeLRFD, or STLBridge. Bently OpenBridge 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
What We Believe
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. Our Commitment
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. We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. Ohio: $52,570 - $86,365. Primary Location
United States-Pennsylvania-Bethlehem
Other Locations
United States-Ohio-Cincinnati United States-Pennsylvania-Philadelphia United States-Ohio-Columbus United States-Ohio-Cleveland United States-Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh United States-Pennsylvania-Mechanicsburg
Industry
Bridges
Schedule
Full-time
Employee Status
Regular
Business Class
Railway Design
Job Posting
Aug 20, 2025
At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.hdrinc.com/equal-employment-opportunity-employer). We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records. Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Management, Consulting, and Engineering
Industries
Civil Engineering, Truck Transportation, and Construction
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at HDR by 2x #J-18808-Ljbffr