HDR · 14 hours ago
Rail Bridge EIT/Designer
HDR is an employee-owned company dedicated to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment. They are seeking a Rail Bridge EIT/Designer to contribute to their freight rail program by applying structural engineering techniques, assisting in design and assessments, and working closely with Project Engineers to gain experience towards obtaining a professional engineering license.
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Responsibilities
Apply structural engineering techniques and procedures related to the design of bridges, structures, retaining walls and supporting facilities for our various freight railroad clients
Work under the guidance and direct supervision of a Professional Engineer to serve in a technical capacity to assist in checking drawings and calculations, developing material lists and calculating quantities, and reviewing construction submittals, using structural design software programs
Participate and assist in rail bridges and structures assessments
Assist with development of project deliverables, including calculations, design plans, cost estimates, specifications, and feasibility reports
Have a desire to work in and learn about the railroad industry and may regularly interact with clients and other rail industry professionals
Work closely with Project Engineers and Managers to gain the engineering experience to obtain professional engineering license
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree
Familiarity with Bluebeam Revu and 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 and willing to work in a team environment
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
Preferred
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
Company
HDR
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