Structural Engineer

HDR•Orlando, FL

About The Position

We believe building engineering is more than systems and structures, it’s about powering progress and enabling innovation. As part of HDR’s Building Engineering Services Group, you’ll help design the critical infrastructure that supports the digital age and shapes the spaces where people work, connect, and thrive. From high-performance data centers driving the future of AI to dynamic commercial environments, your work will directly support technological advancement, sustainability, and human experience. We bring together mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil engineering experts to solve complex design challenges with precision, creativity, and collaboration. Whether you're optimizing energy efficiency, integrating resilient systems, or engineering the backbone of next-generation facilities, your contributions will help define the future of the built environment. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead innovation, engineer impact, and build a legacy of excellence. In the role of Structural Engineer, we'll count on you to: Collaborate with architects and other engineering discipline leads to develop designs and drive projects forward, working independently and/or leading small project teams and mentoring EIT’s. Independently coordinate the work of the structural design team through the design development and contract document phases of a project Establish meetings and participate in reviews with various governing agencies for code compliance Conduct design development and contract document work sessions at project sites 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 Coordinate and assist with affected disciplines, with any addendum, requests for information, change proposal requests and change orders, and incorporate agreed-upon changes into the project documents. Perform site visits and lead construction administration efforts. Write and edit structural specifications, select procedures, materials and their respective sizes, and complete necessary calculations. Review structural documents for areas of conflict with all disciplines and best practices/industry standards. Perform other duties as needed

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.
Previous structural engineer experience
Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, RISA, Staad, SAP, Tedds, RAM, ETABS, SAFE or similar
Previous experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree in Structural Engineering or Architectural Engineering; Structural emphasis
5-8 years of progressive structural engineering experience on projects of similar scale and complexity to HDR’s.
Strong communication skills and emerging leadership aptitude with an entrepreneurial spirit.
Knowledge of building codes such as FBC, IBC, ASCE, ACI, AISC, and TMS.
Interest in structural engineering related to buildings or water facilities.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with architects and other engineering discipline leads to develop designs and drive projects forward, working independently and/or leading small project teams and mentoring EIT’s.
Independently coordinate the work of the structural design team through the design development and contract document phases of a project
Establish meetings and participate in reviews with various governing agencies for code compliance
Conduct design development and contract document work sessions at project sites 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
Coordinate and assist with affected disciplines, with any addendum, requests for information, change proposal requests and change orders, and incorporate agreed-upon changes into the project documents.
Perform site visits and lead construction administration efforts.
Write and edit structural specifications, select procedures, materials and their respective sizes, and complete necessary calculations.
Review structural documents for areas of conflict with all disciplines and best practices/industry standards.
Perform other duties as needed