Rail Bridge EIT/Designer

About the Role

HDR is seeking a success-oriented Rail Bridge EIT/Designer to join its freight rail program. This role is crucial for creating critical infrastructure for the sustainable movement of goods and people.

Key Responsibilities

• Apply structural engineering techniques and procedures related to the design of bridges, structures, retaining walls, and supporting facilities for freight railroad clients.
• Work under the guidance and direct supervision of a Professional Engineer.
• Assist in checking drawings and calculations.
• Assist in developing material lists and calculating quantities.
• Review construction submittals using structural design software programs.
• Participate and assist in rail bridges and structures assessments.
• Assist with the development of project deliverables, including calculations, design plans, cost estimates, specifications, and feasibility reports.
• Interact with clients and other rail industry professionals.
• Gain engineering experience to obtain a professional engineering license.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Bachelor's degree.
• Familiarity with Bluebeam Revu.
• 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.
• Willing to work in a team environment.
• A commitment to being an active participant of an employee-owned culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or related field.
• EIT or ability to obtain EIT certification.
• Candidates hired without EIT will have the title of 'Rail Bridge Designer' until certification is obtained.
• A working knowledge of Microsoft Office, CAD, and design software for layout and design.
• Intern or professional experience in transportation-related civil design (e.g., roadway, railroads or transit, or other linear corridor design).
• Interest in the freight railroad industry.
• Strong understanding and experience with engineering software packages.
• Local candidates with the ability to periodically travel to work on field assignments and/or attend project walkthroughs to gain experience.