Bridge Inspector Jobs in Alaska (NOW HIRING)

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. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?
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We believe transportation is more than movement, it's the foundation of connected, thriving communities. As part of HDR's Transportation Business Group, you'll help shape the systems that move people and goods safely, efficiently, and sustainably. From designing resilient highways and iconic bridges to advancing transit, passenger and freight rail, aviation, federal transportation ports and marine infrastructure, your work will directly support economic vitality, public safety, sustainable and resilient communities and quality of life. We bring together planners, engineers, architects, construction management staff, environmental, strategic communications, economists, management consultants and specialists across disciplines to solve complex mobility challenges with innovation, technical excellence, and a deep understanding of community needs. Whether you're modernizing aging infrastructure or pioneering next-generation transportation solutions, your contributions will help define the future of mobility. This isn't just a job, it's a chance to lead progress, drive meaningful impact, and leave a legacy of smarter, more connected transportation networks. We are all employee-owners at HDR, which is the foundation of our collaborative culture that connects employees around the world.

HDR Engineering is looking for a Bridge EIT/Designer to join our Alaska Bridge and Structures Team in Anchorage. HDR is a nationally recognized company that consistently ranks among top national recognized firms, including #4 in Top 20 Bridge firms by Engineering News-Record. We are currently seeking a Bridge EIT/Designer with an interest in a wide variety of transportation structures including roadway bridges, rail bridges, marine structures, and other transportation structures to join our team of Transportation Professionals. The Bridge EIT will perform assignments under the direct supervision of a Professional Engineer in support of bridge design and inspection projects. Tasks may include performing standard bridge engineering/design procedures, developing structural details using specialized software (MicroStation, Mathcad, LARSA, CSiBridge, or various concrete and steel design or analysis programs), bridge inspection, performing structural load rating calculations as well as assisting with geometric layout and bridge type studies. Some CADD plan production may also be required.

In the role of Bridge EIT/Designer, we'll count on you to: 

• Participate in bridge designs, develop design plans, perform structural load calculations and quantity takeoffs, review shop drawings and field submittals
• Work in a team environment as well as independently while challenging yourself to acquire knowledge and experience in engineering
• Support the bridge design group and other disciplines by applying structural engineering and detailing techniques in the development of structural designs
• Perform other duties such as bridge inspection and construction observation as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Engineer in Training (EIT) certification strongly preferred.  Candidates hired without their EIT will have the title of "Designer" and will be expected to obtain their EIT for career progression
• MS Office, Math CAD and MicroStation experience
• Familiarity with MIDAS, STAAD, or LARSA or other general structural analysis programs as well as OpenBridge Designer, MDX, AASHTOWare BrR, Finite Element Analysis software, and other structural design programs a plus
• Master's degree in civil/structural engineering is preferred

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