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HDR · 1 week ago

Bridge BIM/CAD Specialist

HDR is a nationally recognized company focused on creating impactful transportation solutions. The Bridge BIM/CAD Specialist will prepare detailed engineering drawings and support the development of 3D bridge models, contributing to the design of safe and efficient transportation infrastructure.

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Responsibilities

Prepare detailed drawings, layouts and sketches for concrete and steel bridges, retaining walls and miscellaneous structures using computer-aided design software
Develop details for complex concrete and steel bridges which may include: prestressed concrete, cast-in-place concrete, steel plate girder, segmental and cable-stayed, and box culvert
Demonstrate ability to work independently with direction from supervisor and engineers
Attention to detail is highly desirable
Support Development of 3D Bridge Models
Prepares engineering drawings of plans, elevations, cross sections and details of bridge structures from rough sketches and/or from general engineering design information according to established standards and procedures
Should be able to work under minimal supervision and be able to organize and perform tasks necessary to complete assigned projects successfully
Work within MicroStation and ProjectWise following internal or client driven CAD standards
Verify current client standard drawings are being used and current detailing and plan preparation manuals are utilized
Prepare bridge layout and bridge details with minimal supervision or as directed by the project engineers and designers
Detail plan sheets for retaining walls, sound walls, culverts, bridges, and other facilities for highway transportation projects
Set up project border files, reference (base) files, etc
Actively promotes and contributes to the successful completion of projects from initial concept, through the planning process to implementation
Compiles data and performs dimensional and routine calculations required for the preparation of drawings
Complete redlines for modification of existing plans and notes or preparation of new details or design elements with minimal direction from engineers

Qualification

3D design softwareBridge structural draftingMicroStationProjectWiseSCDOT CAD StandardsMicrosoft OfficeEngineering conceptsCommunication skillsAttention to detailOrganizational skills

Required

Technical degree or a minimum of 3 years related industry experience
Technically qualified with 3D design software and document management infrastructure
Competency of Microsoft Office products and communication tools
Experience with 3D Coordination tools
Excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and organizational traits are essential
Intermediate understanding of engineering or architectural concepts

Preferred

Associates degree in Engineering Technology
Strong computer skills using Microsoft Office
Experience in bridge structural drafting
Experience working with BIM, OBM or other 3D CAD software
Experience and knowledge of SCDOT CAD Standards, knowledge and experience of other DOT Standards is a plus
Preference given to local candidates

Company

HDR is an employee-owned design firm specializing in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. We’re ranked No.

H1B Sponsorship

HDR has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (3)
2024 (4)
2023 (6)
2022 (3)
2021 (5)
2020 (8)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Galen Meysenburg
CFO
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Jeff Glover
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