Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising
Rail Structures Designer/EIT
Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising, Atlanta, Georgia, United States, 30383
At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected. We foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, constantly asking ourselves: What is our impact on the world?
We invite you to build your transportation career at HDR. Our global team is looking for a success-oriented Rail Bridge EIT/Designer who will be a key player in HDR’s freight rail program.
The freight rail network is a vital link in our national and global supply chain markets. Your work at HDR results in critical infrastructure for the sustainable movement of goods and people. Whether it is a traditional railroad structure across a major river or an engineering marvel that redefines freight mobility at historic bottlenecks, you will have created something that matters.
HDR Rail EIT/Designers thrive in an entrepreneurial environment where team members are encouraged to proactively work with their supervisors to identify project roles that complement their strengths, interests, and career goals. We have a proven workshare approach, providing diverse staff from across our Transportation program the opportunity to participate in landmark projects around the globe. Our culture of innovation and collaboration places strong emphasis on teamwork, diversity, growth, learning, discipline, expertise, and personal accountability. If that sounds good to you, please apply!
Primary Responsibilities
Apply structural engineering techniques and procedures related to the design of bridges, structures, retaining walls and supporting facilities for various freight railroad clients.
Work under the guidance and direct supervision of a Professional Engineer to check drawings and calculations, develop material lists, calculate quantities, and review construction submittals using structural design software programs.
Participate in and assist with rail bridges and structures assessments.
Assist with development of project deliverables, including calculations, design plans, cost estimates, specifications, and feasibility reports.
Express a desire to work in and learn about the railroad industry and interact regularly with clients and other rail industry professionals.
Work closely with Project Engineers and Managers to gain the engineering experience necessary to obtain a professional engineering license.
Preferred Qualifications
Candidates without an EIT will be placed in a Design Coordinator job code and expected to obtain their EIT for career progression.
Intern or professional experience in transportation-related civil design (e.g., roadway, railroads or transit, or other linear corridor design).
Strong understanding and experience with engineering software packages.
Successfully passed the Fundamentals of Engineering Exam, with a desire to obtain a PE license preferred.
Required Qualifications
Hands-on experience with MicroStation, InRoads, and GEOPAK-route design.
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 for everyone.
At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.
Ready to learn more? Let's work together to make great things possible.
We design solutions to the world's greatest challenges. We're always looking for great talent to join our global teams.
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We invite you to build your transportation career at HDR. Our global team is looking for a success-oriented Rail Bridge EIT/Designer who will be a key player in HDR’s freight rail program.
The freight rail network is a vital link in our national and global supply chain markets. Your work at HDR results in critical infrastructure for the sustainable movement of goods and people. Whether it is a traditional railroad structure across a major river or an engineering marvel that redefines freight mobility at historic bottlenecks, you will have created something that matters.
HDR Rail EIT/Designers thrive in an entrepreneurial environment where team members are encouraged to proactively work with their supervisors to identify project roles that complement their strengths, interests, and career goals. We have a proven workshare approach, providing diverse staff from across our Transportation program the opportunity to participate in landmark projects around the globe. Our culture of innovation and collaboration places strong emphasis on teamwork, diversity, growth, learning, discipline, expertise, and personal accountability. If that sounds good to you, please apply!
Primary Responsibilities
Apply structural engineering techniques and procedures related to the design of bridges, structures, retaining walls and supporting facilities for various freight railroad clients.
Work under the guidance and direct supervision of a Professional Engineer to check drawings and calculations, develop material lists, calculate quantities, and review construction submittals using structural design software programs.
Participate in and assist with rail bridges and structures assessments.
Assist with development of project deliverables, including calculations, design plans, cost estimates, specifications, and feasibility reports.
Express a desire to work in and learn about the railroad industry and interact regularly with clients and other rail industry professionals.
Work closely with Project Engineers and Managers to gain the engineering experience necessary to obtain a professional engineering license.
Preferred Qualifications
Candidates without an EIT will be placed in a Design Coordinator job code and expected to obtain their EIT for career progression.
Intern or professional experience in transportation-related civil design (e.g., roadway, railroads or transit, or other linear corridor design).
Strong understanding and experience with engineering software packages.
Successfully passed the Fundamentals of Engineering Exam, with a desire to obtain a PE license preferred.
Required Qualifications
Hands-on experience with MicroStation, InRoads, and GEOPAK-route design.
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 for everyone.
At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.
Ready to learn more? Let's work together to make great things possible.
We design solutions to the world's greatest challenges. We're always looking for great talent to join our global teams.
#J-18808-Ljbffr