Bridge EIT/Designer

About the role

This position is available in HDR’s SC Bridge and Structures Team in Columbia, South Carolina. HDR is a nationally recognized company, ranked #1 in Top 20 Bridge firms by Engineering News-Record.

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
• Assist with geometric layout and bridge type studies
• Perform other duties such as bridge inspection and construction observation as needed

Requirements

• Engineer in Training (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, Math CAD 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 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
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Good communication skills and willingness to work in a multi-disciplinary team environment on a wide range of projects
• Strong understanding and hands-on use of computers for structural layout and design
• Preference given to local candidates

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Structural Engineering
• Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, RISA, Staad, SAP, Tedds, RAM, ETABS, SAFE or similar

Skills

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

Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation package, including health insurance, retirement benefits, and paid time off.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $50,000 - $80,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

This is a full-time position.

Business Class

Bridges and Structures