Bridge Engineer
Dallas, TX · On-site
Watch Our Story:' Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability ... In the role of Bridge Engineer, we'll count on you to: * Apply structural engineering and detailing ...
Bridge Engineer
Dallas, TX · On-site
Watch Our Story:' Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability ... In the role of Bridge Engineer, we'll count on you to: * Apply structural engineering and detailing ...
Bridge Engineer
Portland, OR · On-site
Watch Our Story:' Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability ... In the role of Bridge Engineer, we'll count on you to: * Apply structural engineering analysis ...
Bridge Engineer
Portland, OR · On-site
Watch Our Story:' Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability ... In the role of Bridge Engineer, we'll count on you to: * Apply structural engineering analysis ...
Bridge Engineer
Houston, TX · On-site
Watch Our Story:' Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability ... In the role of Bridge Engineer, we'll count on you to: * Apply structural engineering and detailing ...
Bridge Engineer
Houston, TX · On-site
Watch Our Story:' Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability ... In the role of Bridge Engineer, we'll count on you to: * Apply structural engineering and detailing ...
Watch Our Story:' Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability ... In the role of Bridge Engineer , we'll count on you to: * Apply structural engineering and ...
Watch Our Story:' Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability ... In the role of Bridge Engineer , we'll count on you to: * Apply structural engineering and ...
Bridge Engineer
Sioux Falls, SD · On-site
Watch Our Story:' Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability ... In the role of Bridge Engineer, we'll count on you to: * Apply structural engineering and detailing ...
Bridge Engineer
Sioux Falls, SD · On-site
Watch Our Story:' Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability ... In the role of Bridge Engineer, we'll count on you to: * Apply structural engineering and detailing ...
Bridge Inspector
Charleston, SC · On-site
Watch Our Story:' Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability ... The Bridge Inspector will be expected to perform bridge inspections and some office engineering ...
Bridge Inspector
Charleston, SC · On-site
Watch Our Story:' Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability ... The Bridge Inspector will be expected to perform bridge inspections and some office engineering ...
Watch Our Story:' Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability ... In the role of Bridge Engineer, we'll count on you to: * Apply structural engineering and detailing ...
Watch Our Story:' Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability ... In the role of Bridge Engineer, we'll count on you to: * Apply structural engineering and detailing ...
Marine Operations - Senior Deckhand
San Francisco, CA · On-site
$29 - $33/hr
Stand bridge watch and assist in the safe navigating and maneuvering of the vessel * Take command if captain becomes incapacitated * Provide exceptional hospitality to guests and coworkers as ...
Marine Operations - Senior Deckhand
San Francisco, CA · On-site
$29 - $33/hr
Stand bridge watch and assist in the safe navigating and maneuvering of the vessel * Take command if captain becomes incapacitated * Provide exceptional hospitality to guests and coworkers as ...
Watch Our Story:' Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability ... In the role of Bridge Engineer, we'll count on you to: * Apply structural engineering and detailing ...
Watch Our Story:' Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability ... In the role of Bridge Engineer, we'll count on you to: * Apply structural engineering and detailing ...
Bridge Engineer
Portland, OR · On-site
Watch Our Story:' Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability ... In the role of Bridge Engineer, we'll count on you to: * Apply structural engineering analysis ...
Bridge Engineer
Portland, OR · On-site
Watch Our Story:' Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability ... In the role of Bridge Engineer, we'll count on you to: * Apply structural engineering analysis ...
Watch Our Story:' Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability ... In the role of Bridge Engineer, we'll count on you to: * Apply structural engineering and detailing ...
Watch Our Story:' Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability ... In the role of Bridge Engineer, we'll count on you to: * Apply structural engineering and detailing ...
Watch Our Story:' Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability ... Prepare Bridge designs following Caltrans PS&E process. * Work on projects that typically include ...
Watch Our Story:' Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability ... Prepare Bridge designs following Caltrans PS&E process. * Work on projects that typically include ...
Bridge Engineer
Dallas, TX · On-site
Watch Our Story:' Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability ... In the role of Bridge Engineer, we'll count on you to: * Apply structural engineering and detailing ...
Bridge Engineer
Dallas, TX · On-site
Watch Our Story:' Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability ... In the role of Bridge Engineer, we'll count on you to: * Apply structural engineering and detailing ...
Watch Our Story:' Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability ... Develop bridge inspection reports summarizing outcomes and condition assessments completed during ...
Watch Our Story:' Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability ... Develop bridge inspection reports summarizing outcomes and condition assessments completed during ...
Watch Our Story:' Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability ... The Bridge Inspector will be expected to perform bridge inspections and some office engineering ...
Watch Our Story:' Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability ... The Bridge Inspector will be expected to perform bridge inspections and some office engineering ...
Watch Our Story:' Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability ... In the role of Bridge Engineer, we'll count on you to: * Apply structural engineering and detailing ...
Watch Our Story:' Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability ... In the role of Bridge Engineer, we'll count on you to: * Apply structural engineering and detailing ...
Watch Our Story:' Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability ... In the role of Bridge Engineer, we'll count on you to: * Apply structural engineering and detailing ...
Watch Our Story:' Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability ... In the role of Bridge Engineer, we'll count on you to: * Apply structural engineering and detailing ...
Bridge Engineer
Lexington, KY · On-site
Watch Our Story:' Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability ... In the role of Bridge Engineer, we'll count on you to: * Apply structural engineering and detailing ...
Bridge Engineer
Lexington, KY · On-site
Watch Our Story:' Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability ... In the role of Bridge Engineer, we'll count on you to: * Apply structural engineering and detailing ...
Watch Our Story:' Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability ... Previous experience in bridge design * Requires professional engineering license recognized by the ...
Watch Our Story:' Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability ... Previous experience in bridge design * Requires professional engineering license recognized by the ...
Bridge Engineer
Charleston, WV · On-site
Watch Our Story:' Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability ... In the role of Bridge Engineer, we'll count on you to: * Apply structural engineering and detailing ...
Bridge Engineer
Charleston, WV · On-site
Watch Our Story:' Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability ... In the role of Bridge Engineer, we'll count on you to: * Apply structural engineering and detailing ...
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How much do bridge watch jobs pay per hour?
As of May 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for bridge watch in the United States is $24.72, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.23 and $27.16 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.
What is a Bridge Watch job?
A Bridge Watch job involves monitoring a vessel's navigation and safety while on duty on the ship's bridge. Responsibilities include keeping a lookout for obstacles, assisting with navigation, maintaining communication with the crew, and following maritime regulations. This role is critical to ensuring safe passage and operational efficiency. Bridge Watch personnel typically work under the supervision of the officer on watch. Training and certification requirements vary by country and vessel type.
What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Bridge Watch position, and why are they important?
To thrive as a Bridge Watch, you need solid knowledge of maritime navigation, situational awareness, and understanding of safety protocols, commonly backed by merchant marine training or relevant certifications. Familiarity with radar, GPS, communication equipment, and bridge management systems is essential for effective vessel monitoring and operation. Attention to detail, teamwork, and the ability to remain calm under pressure are strong assets in this role. These skills are critical because Bridge Watch personnel are responsible for the safe navigation of vessels and ensuring the safety of crew, cargo, and the vessel itself at all times.
What are the typical duties performed by someone on Bridge Watch during a voyage?
During a voyage, Bridge Watch personnel are responsible for continuously monitoring the vessel’s position, maintaining a proper lookout, and ensuring safe navigation according to established routes and maritime regulations. They communicate with other crew members and external contacts, assist with course changes, record navigational data, and operate critical navigational and safety equipment as needed. The role often involves working in shifts to guarantee 24/7 vigilance, especially in busy shipping lanes or challenging weather conditions. Teamwork and communication with the captain, officers, and other crew are critical to ensure all navigational decisions are executed safely and efficiently.
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HDR rating
9.1
Based on 55 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
19th of 350 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.
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.
In the role of Bridge Engineer, we'll count on you to:
Preferred Qualifications
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
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.
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.
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.
In the role of Bridge Engineer, we'll count on you to:
- Apply structural engineering and detailing techniques
- Work on projects that typically include bridge (steel plate girder, prestress concrete, segmental and cable) box culvert, and interchange design for highway and railway projects
- Select standard bridge engineering/design procedures, develop structural details using specialized structural design and analysis software, and perform structural load calculations and assist with geometric layout and quantity development
- Review, assign work and/or check design calculations, estimates, and specifications produced by junior engineers and EITs
- Perform other duties as needed
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in Structural Engineering
- A minimum of 3 years' experience in bridge design.
- Familiarity with TxDOT bridge design manuals, guidance, bridge standards, preferred practices and software.
- Experience using Microstation, OpenRoads Designer, OpenBridge Modeler, Projectwise, MathCAD, Bluebeam
- Familiarity with engineering software packages such as: BGS, SPColumn, BridgeLink
Qualifications
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