Senior Bridge Engineer

About Us

At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists. That's why we believe diversity is our greatest strength. HDR is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.

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We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That coloring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. And that small details yield important realizations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward.

Primary Responsibilities

IHDR Michigan is looking to hire a Senior Bridge Engineer to join its nationally ranked team of transportation professionals. The ideal candidate will plan, direct and deliver projects that include bridge design, bridge rehabilitation, bridge inspection, and structures design on DOT and local agency projects. This position may include being responsible for the delivery and coordination of several projects concurrently. This position will also be responsible to work with other managers to coordinate the staffing and workload through the entire project development to complete the project on schedule. Expectations include establishing client relations and participation with marketing, contractual, and production activities, to establish and strengthen future and existing business lines. The position will be expected to work with the Business/Accounting Manager, Project Controller, Company Controller and the Area Manager or Managing Principal for project reviews and perform other duties as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering
• A minimum of 10 years bridge design experience
• PE license
• Proven hands-on experience in all aspects of bridge design projects
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office software, GEOPAK, AutoCAD and MicroStation
• Experience using structural analysis programs and bridge design software
• 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

Preferred qualifications:

• Master's degree in Structural Engineering
• Bridge design and inspection experience with MDOT
• MDOT Qualified Team Leader for bridge inspection
• Training requirements include FHWA-NHI: Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges and Fracture Critical Inspection Techniques for Steel Bridges

Why HDR

At HDR, we know work isn't only about who you work for; it's also about what you do and how you do it. Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other's contributions, and collaborate together to make great things possible. When you join HDR, we give you license to do the same. We help you take charge of your career, giving you multiple growth opportunities along the way.