HDR · 2 months ago
Rail Structures Designer/EIT
United States-Georgia-Atlanta
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelHDR is an employee-owned company dedicated to creating a welcoming environment and fostering a culture of inclusion. They are seeking a Rail Structures Designer/EIT who will apply structural engineering techniques for the design of bridges and structures for freight railroad clients, while gaining valuable experience under the guidance of a Professional Engineer.
ArchitectureConsulting
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
Hands-on experience with MicroStation, InRoads and GEOPAK-route design
MS Office Applications experience
Strong interest in railroad design
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
Preferred
Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate
Candidates without their EIT will be placed into a Design Coordinator job code and will be expected to obtain their EIT for career progression
Intern or professional experience in transportation-related civil design (e.g., roadway, railroads or transit, or other linear corridor design)
Strong understanding and experience with engineering software packages
Experience in bridges or structures design
Successfully passed Fundamentals of Engineering Exam (i.e.., EI or EIT credentials), with desire to obtain PE license preferred
Benefits
Excellent medical plan
Paid time off
Tuition assistance
401(k)
Employee stock ownership plans
Company
HDR
HDR is an employee-owned design firm specializing in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. We’re ranked No.
Founded in 1917
10001+ employees
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