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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. That's why we believe diversity is our greatest strength. HDR is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.

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We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That coloring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. And that small details yield important realizations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward.

HDR is hiring a Senior Bridge Engineer for our Structures Group to be based out of our Tampa, Sarasota, Orlando, Miami or Fort Lauderdale office.

Primary Responsibilities

• Apply structural engineering and detailing techniques
• Serve in a lead technical role (EOR) on bridge design projects
• Perform complex structural planning, analysis, design, and construction support for all structural aspects of transportation projects.
• Serve as a technical specialist or Project Manager on mid-size projects, and supervise more junior engineers in the performance of engineering tasks
• Work on projects that typically include bridge (curved & straight steel plate/box girder and prestressed concrete), box culvert, and retaining wall design for highway projects
• Perform other duties as needed

Required Qualifications

• BS in Civil or Structural Engineering
• PE license and ability to achieve reciprocity within approximately 6 months
• A minimum of 10 years of bridge design experience, including steel bridge design experience
• Proven hands-on experience in all aspects and phases (from preliminary planning through construction) of bridge design projects.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office Software and MicroStation,
• Proficiency using structural analysis programs and bridge design software
• Experience managing junior staff
• Must be comfortable being viewed as a technical expert in engineering analysis and design and have proven background of technical leadership on these types of projects
• 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
• Flexibility to perform other related duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Structural Engineering
• A minimum of 15 years of bridge design experience is preferred
• Experience with FDOT is strongly preferred
• Familiarity with engineering software packages such as: LEAP Bridge Enterprise, FB-MultiPier, AASHTOWare BrR, Midas Civil, MDX, SAP2000, Mathcad, Larsa, and CSiBridge
• Experience with Design/Build projects is a plus

Why HDR

At HDR, we know work isn't only about who you work for it's also about what you do and how you do it. Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other's contributions, and collaborate together to make great things possible. When you join HDR, we give you license to do the same. We help you take charge of your career, giving you multiple growth opportunities along the way.