Rail Structures Designer/EIT

Overview

Design and analyze rail bridge structures as an entry-level civil engineer.

Key Responsibilities

• bridge assessment
• structural design
• design review
• quantity calc
• cost estimate
• feasibility report

Tasks

-Participate and assist in rail bridges and structures assessments. -Apply structural engineering techniques and procedures related to the design of bridges, structures, retaining walls and supporting facilities for our various freight railroad clients -Work under the guidance and direct supervision of a Professional Engineer to serve in a technical capacity to assist in checking drawings and calculations, developing material lists and calculating quantities, and reviewing construction submittals, using structural design software programs. -Work closely with Project Engineers and Managers to gain the engineering experience to obtain professional engineering license. -Assist with development of project deliverables, including calculations, design plans, cost estimates, specifications, and feasibility reports.

Requirements

• bridge design
• engineering software
• eit
• fe exam
• rail design
• client interaction

What You Bring

We invite you to build your transportation career at HDR. Our global team is looking for a success-oriented Rail Bridge EIT/Designer that will be a key player in HDR’s freight rail program. -Experience in bridges or structures design. -Strong understanding and experience with engineering software packages. -Have a desire to work in and learn about the railroad industry and may regularly interact with clients and other rail industry professionals. -Successfully passed Fundamentals of Engineering Exam (i.e.., EI or EIT credentials), with desire to obtain PE license preferred. -Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate -Intern or professional experience in transportationrelated civil design (e.g., roadway, railroads or transit, or other linear corridor design).

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Benefits

HDR Rail EIT/Designers thrive in this entrepreneurial environment where team members are encouraged to proactively work with their supervisors to identify project roles that are complementary with their strengths, interests, and career goals. And we have a proven workshare approach, providing diverse staff from across our Transportation program the opportunity to participate in landmark projects around the globe. Our culture of innovation and collaboration places strong emphasis on team-spirit, diversity thoughtfulness, growth and learning, discipline expertise, and personal accountability offering you a rewarding career in our dynamic, high-performance environment. If that sounds good to you, please apply! We understand your career is a big part of your life, but it's not your whole life. We offer benefits that look out for your health and wellness from a “whole you” perspective. Whether you are continuing your education, mapping your financial future, balancing work and family, or planning for retirement, we want to support your personal and professional goals. Benefits include an excellent medical plan, paid time off, tuition assistance, 401(k) and employee stock ownership plans — and more! At HDR, you can own your future, own your company, and own who you are. -Candidates without their EIT will be placed into a Design Coordinator job code and will be expected to obtain their EIT for career progression

About Hdr

-provides innovative and sustainable solutions for infrastructure, buildings, and the environment. -combines engineering, architecture, and environmental stewardship in a holistic approach. -designing award-winning transit systems, water treatment plants, and energy-efficient buildings. -iconic public buildings and large-scale infrastructure projects.

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