Senior Bridge Engineer
HDR, Virginia Beach, VA, United States
Responsibilities
Serve in a lead technical role on bridge design projects
Perform complex structural planning, analysis and design for all structural aspects of transportation projects
Work on projects that typically include bridge (steel plate girder, prestress concrete, segmental and cable) box culvert, and interchange design for highway and railway projects
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
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree in Structural Engineering, preferred
8+ years of experience in design, inspection, and/or load ratings of bridges, tunnels, culverts and ancillary highway structures
Working knowledge of bridge and tunnel standards of transportation agencies in Maryland (such as MDOT SHA, MDTA, counties) and Virginia (such as VDOT)
Extensive project experience with Maryland and Virginia transportation agencies
Familiarity and working knowledge of software packages such as: Microstation, LEAP Bridge Enterprise, FB-MultiPier, LPile, Merlin-Dash, AASHTOWare BrR, midas Civil, MDX, CSiBridge, LARSA
NHI Safety Inspection of In‑Service Bridges OR Bridge Inspection Refresher certification a plus
NHI Fracture Critical Inspection Techniques for Steel Bridges OR Bridge Inspection Techniques for NSTM certification a plus
FHWA/NHI Tunnel Safety Inspection certification a plus
OSHA, SPRAT, Underbridge Inspection Vehicle or Aerial lift operator certification or equivalent training a plus
Strong communication skills and willing to work in a team environment
Preference given to local candidates
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree
A minimum of 10 years bridge design experience
Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.
Proven hands‑on experience in all aspects of bridge design projects
Familiarity with Bluebeam Revu and engineering software packages such as: LEAP Bridge Enterprise, FB-MultiPier, LPile, AASHTOWare BrR, midas Civil, MDX, SAP2000, CSiBridge, RM Bridge, spColumn, STLBridgeLRFD, or STLBridge.
Knowledge of ADINA, LUSAS, Bently OpenBridge Designer and OpenBridge Modeler and/or Autodesk Infraworks and Civil3d.
Experience using Microsoft Office Suite, MicroStation, AutoCAD, MathCAD, LARSA, Prestress Concrete Design
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
Benefits
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. (Stated benefits are for full‑time regular positions. Temporary and part‑time roles eligible for limited benefits.) Baltimore, MD: $117,968 - $168,525; Fulton, MD: $123,585 - $176,550; Washington, DC: $134,820 - $192,600
Primary Location: United States‑Maryland‑Fulton
Other Locations: United States‑District of Columbia‑Washington DC, United States‑Virginia‑Glen Allen, United States‑Virginia‑Vienna, United States‑Maryland‑Baltimore, United States‑Virginia‑Virginia Beach
Industry: Highway + Road
Schedule: Part‑time
Employee Status: Regular
BusinessClass: Bridges and Structures
Job Posting: Apr 20, 2026
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.
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Serve in a lead technical role on bridge design projects
Perform complex structural planning, analysis and design for all structural aspects of transportation projects
Work on projects that typically include bridge (steel plate girder, prestress concrete, segmental and cable) box culvert, and interchange design for highway and railway projects
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
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree in Structural Engineering, preferred
8+ years of experience in design, inspection, and/or load ratings of bridges, tunnels, culverts and ancillary highway structures
Working knowledge of bridge and tunnel standards of transportation agencies in Maryland (such as MDOT SHA, MDTA, counties) and Virginia (such as VDOT)
Extensive project experience with Maryland and Virginia transportation agencies
Familiarity and working knowledge of software packages such as: Microstation, LEAP Bridge Enterprise, FB-MultiPier, LPile, Merlin-Dash, AASHTOWare BrR, midas Civil, MDX, CSiBridge, LARSA
NHI Safety Inspection of In‑Service Bridges OR Bridge Inspection Refresher certification a plus
NHI Fracture Critical Inspection Techniques for Steel Bridges OR Bridge Inspection Techniques for NSTM certification a plus
FHWA/NHI Tunnel Safety Inspection certification a plus
OSHA, SPRAT, Underbridge Inspection Vehicle or Aerial lift operator certification or equivalent training a plus
Strong communication skills and willing to work in a team environment
Preference given to local candidates
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree
A minimum of 10 years bridge design experience
Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.
Proven hands‑on experience in all aspects of bridge design projects
Familiarity with Bluebeam Revu and engineering software packages such as: LEAP Bridge Enterprise, FB-MultiPier, LPile, AASHTOWare BrR, midas Civil, MDX, SAP2000, CSiBridge, RM Bridge, spColumn, STLBridgeLRFD, or STLBridge.
Knowledge of ADINA, LUSAS, Bently OpenBridge Designer and OpenBridge Modeler and/or Autodesk Infraworks and Civil3d.
Experience using Microsoft Office Suite, MicroStation, AutoCAD, MathCAD, LARSA, Prestress Concrete Design
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
Benefits
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. (Stated benefits are for full‑time regular positions. Temporary and part‑time roles eligible for limited benefits.) Baltimore, MD: $117,968 - $168,525; Fulton, MD: $123,585 - $176,550; Washington, DC: $134,820 - $192,600
Primary Location: United States‑Maryland‑Fulton
Other Locations: United States‑District of Columbia‑Washington DC, United States‑Virginia‑Glen Allen, United States‑Virginia‑Vienna, United States‑Maryland‑Baltimore, United States‑Virginia‑Virginia Beach
Industry: Highway + Road
Schedule: Part‑time
Employee Status: Regular
BusinessClass: Bridges and Structures
Job Posting: Apr 20, 2026
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.
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