Hydraulic Structures EIT/Coordinator

HDR • Denver, CO

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About The Position

HDR is hiring for a dynamic Structural/Mechanical EIT position involving both field inspections and technical office work. The role supports the Water Business Group and includes work on hydraulic structures such as dams, bridges, gates, canals, penstocks, navigation locks, flood protection structures, fish ladders, and ancillary structures. Assignments may involve regional and national projects, including inspections or analyses of some of the largest dams and bridges in the United States. The engineer may work independently on small projects or assist other engineers on larger projects, coordinating with movable bridge and hydraulic structures personnel nationally. Candidates hired without an Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate will hold the title of Coordinator and are expected to obtain their EIT for career progression. HDR describes itself as an employee-owned company committed to an inclusive, collaborative culture.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Structural Engineering.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, RISA, Staad, SAP, Tedds, RAM, ETABS, SAFE, or similar software.
• Strong interpersonal, speaking, and writing skills.
• Commitment to actively participating in HDR's employee-owned culture.

Nice To Haves

• Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate; candidates without it are expected to obtain it for career progression.
• Master's degree or willingness to pursue one while at HDR.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, Revit, MathCAD, Ansys, Bluebeam, LS-DYNA, Altair Hypermesh, or SAP2000.
• Previous structural inspection, asset management (including data analytics, machine learning, or coding in Python), or structural design experience.
• SPRAT or FHWA Bridge Inspection Certifications, or willingness to pursue them.
• Construction experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct analyses and inspections of hydraulic structures, dams, and bridges.
• Develop mechanical and structural design options or recommendations.
• Assist with cost estimates and specifications, and write reports for structural projects.
• Perform engineering assignments requiring critical thinking and creativity to address unique structural elements with limited or no specific code-based guidance.
• Carry out office and field assignments, including analysis using hand calculations, finite element modeling, and/or structural/mechanical asset management.
• Work independently on small projects or assist other engineers on larger projects.
• Coordinate with movable bridge and hydraulic structures personnel nationally.
• May perform inspections using a remotely operated vehicle.
• May give direction to clerical and technical personnel.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level