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Bridge EIT/Designer

HDR, Columbia, South Carolina, United States

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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?

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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.

We believe transportation is more than movement, it’s the foundation of connected, thriving communities. As part of HDR’s Transportation Business Group, you’ll help shape the systems that move people and goods safely, efficiently, and sustainably. From designing resilient highways and iconic bridges to advancing transit, passenger and freight rail, aviation, federal transportation ports and marine infrastructure, your work will directly support economic vitality, public safety, sustainable and resilient communities and quality of life. We bring together planners, engineers, architects, construction management staff, environmental, strategic communications, economists, management consultants and specialists across disciplines to solve complex mobility challenges with innovation, technical excellence, and a deep understanding of community needs. Whether you're modernizing aging infrastructure or pioneering next‑generation transportation solutions, your contributions will help define the future of mobility. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead progress, drive meaningful impact, and leave a legacy of smarter, more connected transportation networks. We are all employee-owners at HDR, which is the foundation of our collaborative culture that connects employees around the world.

HDR Engineering is looking for a Bridge EIT/Designer to join our SC Bridge and Structures Team in Charleston or any other SC office. HDR is a nationally recognized company that consistently ranks among top nationally recognized firms, including #1 in Top 20 Bridge firms by Engineering News-Record. We currently seeking a Bridge EIT/Designer with an interest and orientation toward highway bridges to join our team of Transportation Professionals. The Bridge EIT will perform assignments under the direct supervision of a Professional Engineer in support of bridge design and inspection projects. Tasks may include performing standard bridge engineering/design procedures, developing structural details using specialized software (MicroStation, Mathcad, LARSA or various concrete and steel design or analysis programs), bridge inspection, performing structural load rating calculations as well as assisting with geometric layout and bridge type studies. Some CADD plan production may also be required.

Responsibilities

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.

Preferred Qualifications

EIT certification strongly preferred. Candidates hired without their EIT will have the title of “Designer” and will be expected to obtain their EIT for career progression.

MS Office, MathCAD and Microstation experience

Familiarity with MIDAS, STAAD, or LARSA or other general structural analysis programs as well as OpenBridge Designer, MDX, AASHTOWare BrR, Finite Element Analysis software, and other structural design programs is a plus

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, construction services, environmental) within the office

Familiarity with AASHTO Bridge Design Specifications and other DOT design guidelines considered a plus

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

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

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Structural Engineering

Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, RISA, Staad, SAP, Tedds, RAM, ETABS, SAFE or similar

An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must

Primary Location United States-South Carolina-Charleston

Other Locations United States-South Carolina-Columbia, United States-South Carolina-Greenville, United States-South Carolina-Fort Mill

Industry Highway + Road

Schedule Full-time

Employee Status Regular

Business Class Bridges and Structures

Job Posting Dec 5, 2025

Seniority Level Mid-Senior level

Employment Type Full-time

Job Function Management, Consulting, and Engineering

Industries Civil Engineering, Truck Transportation, and Environmental Services

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.

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