About Us

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.

In the role of a Transit Structural Engineer, we'll count on you to:

Lead and perform engineering design tasks and coordinate with others in developing plans, specifications, and estimates for preliminary and final design

To be a technically focused structural designer with expertise in concrete and steel design

Will be responsible to design and check modeling software Will be responsible to create contract drawings and perform structural detailing

Review structural documents for transportation/transit related facilities for areas of conflict with all disciplines

Write and edit structural specifications, select procedures, materials and their respective sizes, and complete necessary calculations

Independently coordinate the work of the structural design team through the design development and contract document phases of a project

Conduct design development and contract document work sessions at project site in conjunction with the Project Manager and other disciplines

Take responsibility for coordinating workload through design development and construction document phases to complete the documents on schedule and within budget

Ability to freely access all points of a project/construction site in wide-ranging climates and environments to perform inspections

Mentor junior staff with technical and professional development

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Required Qualifications

• BS degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Structural design experience, with focus in concrete and steel design.
• PE is required.
• MicroStation and AutoCAD experience required.
• Proficiency in 3D analytical modeling (RAM Elements, Stadd Pro, RAM Structures, RISA) is required.
• Knowledge of Building Codes (NYS, NYC, International Building Code) are required.
• Experience in structural detailing required.
• Strong work ethic and willing to do what it takes to get the job done.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must.

Preferred Qualifications

• REVIT experience would be strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of AISC Manual and guidelines, ACI 318, ASCE7, AWS code, and Hilti PROFIS would be preferred.
• Candidates who reside locally in the NY/NJ area are preferred.

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.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time off, parental leave, paid holidays, 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position is $86,188 - $123,125 annually/hourly depending upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.)