Moveable Bridge Mechanical EIT

About the role

In the role of Movable Bridge Mechanical EIT, we'll count on you to:

• Develop and prepare 2D CAD drawings for movable bridge machinery systems, including detailed assemblies and individual components for fabrication.
• Read and interpret existing as-built drawings including hand-sketched drawings over a century old.
• Perform engineering calculations to support machinery design in accordance with AREMA, AASHTO, and client-specific requirements.
• Conduct field visits to movable bridges for inspections, assessments, project scoping, and design support.
• Meet with a variety of clients.
• Work independently on smaller projects or support senior engineers on larger, more complex assignments.
• Provide technical direction to drafting, clerical, and technical staff as needed.
• Assist with preparation of reports, design documentation, and project deliverables.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Responsibilities

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Structural Engineering
• Experience in bridge/structural design

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree
• Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate
• MS Office, MathCAD and AutoCAD, LARSA and Prestress Concrete Design experience
• Knowledge of and some 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 Bentley OpenBridge Designer and 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

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 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.

Primary Location:

United States-Louisiana-Metairie

Other Locations:

• United States-Louisiana

Industry:

Bridges

Schedule:

Full-time

Status:

Regular

Business Class:

Bridges and Structures

Job Posting:

Jul 6, 2026

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.