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Watch Our Story:' We believe transportation is more than movement, it's the foundation of connected ... structural load rating calculations * Work in a team environment and independently while ...
Watch Our Story:' We believe transportation is more than movement, it's the foundation of connected ... structural load rating calculations * Work in a team environment and independently while ...
Watch Our Story:' We believe transportation is more than movement, it's the foundation of connected ... structural load rating calculations * Work in a team environment and independently while ...
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Watch Our Story:' Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability ... The position could also include the live load rating of bridge and tunnel structures if the ...
Watch Our Story:' Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability ... The position could also include the live load rating of bridge and tunnel structures if the ...
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Bridgetender (Will-Call) - Highway and Bridge Maintenance Division
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$18.95/hr
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Senior Bridge Engineer
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Senior Bridge Engineer
$102K - $140K/yr
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Senior Bridge Engineer
Fulton, MD · On-site
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Senior Bridge Engineer
Fulton, MD · On-site
$102K - $140K/yr
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Senior Bridge Engineer
Fulton, MD · On-site
$102K - $140K/yr
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Senior Bridge Engineer
Fulton, MD · On-site
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Senior Bridge Engineer
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Tampa, FL · On-site
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Senior Bridge Engineer
$98K - $135K/yr
Watch Our Story:' We believe transportation is more than movement, it's the foundation of connected ... Oversee and participate in structural condition assessments, load ratings, inspections, and ...
Senior Bridge Engineer
$98K - $135K/yr
Watch Our Story:' We believe transportation is more than movement, it's the foundation of connected ... Oversee and participate in structural condition assessments, load ratings, inspections, and ...
Senior Bridge Engineer
Tampa, FL · On-site
$98K - $135K/yr
Watch Our Story:' We believe transportation is more than movement, it's the foundation of connected ... Oversee and participate in structural condition assessments, load ratings, inspections, and ...
Senior Bridge Engineer
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HDR rating
9.1
Based on 57 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
25th of 368 rated engineering
Job description
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?
Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'
Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.
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In the role of Bridge Inspector/Engineer, we'll count on you to:
Function as part of a team to complete initial, routine, in-depth, and fracture-critical inspections of fixed, movable, and signature bridges; tunnels; dams; hydraulic structures; and other miscellaneous structures for Agencies (federal, state, local) and private owners using National Bridge Inspection Standards (NBIS), National Tunnel Inspection Standards (NTIS) and other relevant standards.
Use various access techniques including under bridge inspection equipment or other access methods to complete structural field inspections.
Lead or assist with team planning and coordination to complete inspections.
Develop bridge inspection reports summarizing outcomes and condition assessments completed during inspections.
Complete structural load ratings as needed.
Lead or assist with business development efforts with new and existing clients
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering Degree
PE in Florida (or can obtain same through reciprocity within 6 months)
Successful completion of FHWA-NHI approved comprehensive training to become a certified Bridge Inspection Team Leader
Successful completion of FHWA-NHI approved bridge inspector refresher training course to maintain certified Bridge Inspection Team Leader status
Successful completion of FHWA-NHI approved fracture-critical techniques for steel bridges training course
Minimum of 7 years of structural inspection experience
Willingness to travel within the Unites States to inspection sites
Demonstrated leadership skills, communication skills, and ability to work with various teams
FDOT Inspection Team Leader Certification
Successful completion of FHWA-NHI approved comprehensive training to become a certified Tunnel Inspection Team Leader
Society of Professional Rope Access Technicians (SPRAT) Certification
Mobile Elevating Working Platform (MEWP) Operator Certification for scissor lifts, manlifts, under bridge inspection vehicles (UBIV) and vehicle-mounted bucket trucks and bucket vans
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree
- Previous experience in bridge design
- Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.
- Familiarity with Bluebeam Revu and engineering software packages such as: LEAP Bridge Enterprise, FB-MultiPier, LPile, AASHTOWare BrR, midas Civil, MDX, SAP2000, CSiBridge, RM Bridge, spColumn, STLBridgeLRFD, or STLBridge.
- Knowledge of ADINA, LUSAS, Bentley OpenBridge Designer and OpenBridge Modeler and/or Autodesk Infraworks and Civil3d.
- 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.
About HDR
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At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists.
Industry
Specialized design services
Company size
5,001 - 10,000 Employees
Headquarters location
Omaha, NE, US
Year founded
1917