Job Description

Overview

At HDR, employee-owners are engaged in creating a welcoming environment where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. As a Bridge Engineer, you will help shape transportation systems that move people and goods safely and sustainably, contributing to the future of mobility and community development.

Responsibilities

  • Apply structural engineering and detailing techniques.
  • Work on projects including bridge, box culvert, and interchange design for highway and railway projects.
  • Select standard bridge engineering/design procedures and develop structural details using specialized software.
  • Perform structural load calculations and assist with geometric layout and quantity development.
  • Review, assign work, and check design calculations, estimates, and specifications produced by junior engineers.
  • Perform deputy project management tasks.
  • Perform other duties as needed.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree.
  • Previous experience in bridge design.
  • Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board.
  • Familiarity with Bluebeam Revu and engineering software packages such as LEAP Bridge Enterprise and others.
  • Knowledge of ADINA, LUSAS, Bentley OpenBridge Designer, and Autodesk Infraworks.
  • Experience using Microsoft Office Suite, MicroStation, AutoCAD, MathCAD, and others.
  • Experience using structural analysis programs and bridge design software.
  • Experience managing junior staff.
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a team environment.
  • Commitment to being an active participant in the employee-owned culture.

Additional Information

  • Primary Location: United States-Pennsylvania-Bethlehem.
  • Other Locations: United States-Pennsylvania-Philadelphia, United States-Pennsylvania-Plymouth Meeting.
  • Schedule: Full-time.
  • Employee Status: Regular.
  • Business Class: Bridges and Structures.
  • Job Posting Date: Apr 30, 2026.