Bridge Engineer

Bridge Engineer

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better.

HDR is looking for a Bridge Engineer to join our Texas Bridge Team. The Bridge Engineer will be focused on applying structural engineering principals to evaluate, analyze, and document the in-service condition of bridge and transportation structures. The position emphasizes engineering analysis, structural behavior assessment, load rating, and technical leadership across bridge projects. The Bridge Engineer will utilize engineering judgement to assess structural systems, develop analytical models, prepare technical documentation, and contribute to infrastructure planning and asset management strategies. This role requires strong expertise in structural engineering, material behavior, and computational analysis methods, with the ability to translate field data into engineering solutions. On a day-to-day basis, they'll also be expected to:

• Lead structural engineering evaluations of bridges and transportation structures
• Perform structural analysis, load rating calculations, and engineering assessments using industry-recognized software and analytical tools.
• Develop detailed engineering reports summarizing analysis results, structural capacity, and recommended actions.
• Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and oversight to junior engineering staff within the project team.
• Collaborate with project managers on scope development, planning, quality control, and project delivery.
• Participate in regional and national project assignments as required.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• NHI 130110 Tunnel Safety Inspection Training
• Experience in structural asset management systems (AASHTOWare BrM, AssetWise, inspectX, etc.)
• Experience in load rating software (AASHTOWare BrR, BRASS, CANDE, etc.)
• Experience working on large-scale transportation infrastructure projects
• NHI 130055 Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges Training
• NHI 130053 Bridge Inspector Refresher Training, if applicable
• NHI 130078 Inspection of Fracture Critical Steel Bridges Training

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to inspect any work on site without any physical assistance (such as ladders, man-lifts, underground structures, traverse uneven and irregular surfaces) except that which would normally be provided by the contractor's personnel.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds without assistance.
• Must be able to effectively communicate in person, by telephone and email.
• Must be able to effectively work in minimally supervised and/or unsupervised environments.
• Work hours other than 8 to 5 which may include weekends and/or night shifts
• Must have a valid Texas Driver's License.
• Be able to operate a vehicle day or night
• Travel may be required at times.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree.
• Previous experience in bridge design.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite, MicroStation, AutoCAD, MathCAD, LARSA, Prestress Concrete Design
• Experience using structural analysis programs and bridge design software
• Experience managing junior staff
• Excellent communication skills and working in a team environment
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve. Our Commitment As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day. Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.