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At HDR, our employee‑owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?
Watch Our Story: https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story
Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.
In the role of Bridge Inspector/Engineer, we'll count on you to:
Function as part of a team to complete initial, routine, in‑depth, and fracture‑critical inspections of fixed, movable, and signature bridges; tunnels; dams; hydraulic structures; and other miscellaneous structures for agencies (federal, state, local) and private owners using National Bridge Inspection Standards (NBIS), National Tunnel Inspection Standards (NTIS) and other relevant standards.
Use various access techniques including under‑bridge inspection equipment or other access methods to complete structural field inspections.
Lead or assist with team planning and coordination to complete inspections.
Develop bridge inspection reports summarizing outcomes and condition assessments completed during inspections.
Complete structural load ratings as needed.
Lead or assist with business development efforts with new and existing clients.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering Degree
PE in Florida (or able to obtain within 6 months)
Successful completion of FHWA‑NHI approved comprehensive training to become a certified Bridge Inspection Team Leader
Successful completion of FHWA‑NHI approved bridge inspector refresher training course to maintain certified Bridge Inspection Team Leader status
Successful completion of FHWA‑NHI approved fracture‑critical techniques for steel bridges training course
Minimum of 7 years of structural inspection experience
Willingness to travel within the United States to inspection sites
Demonstrated leadership skills, communication skills, and ability to work with various teams
FDOT Inspection Team Leader Certification
Successful completion of FHWA‑NHI approved comprehensive training to become a certified Tunnel Inspection Team Leader
Society of Professional Rope Access Technicians (SPRAT) Certification
Mobile Elevating Working Platform (MEWP) Operator Certification for scissor lifts, manlifts, under‑bridge inspection vehicles (UBIV) and vehicle‑mounted bucket trucks and bucket vans
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree
Previous experience in bridge design
Professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered (e.g., PE)
Familiarity with Bluebeam Revu and engineering software packages such as LEAP Bridge Enterprise, FB‑MultiPier, LPile, AASHTOWare BrR, MIDAS Civil, MDX, SAP2000, CSiBridge, RM Bridge, spColumn, STLBridgeLRFD, or STLBridge
Knowledge of ADINA, LUSAS, Bentley OpenBridge Designer and OpenBridge Modeler and/or Autodesk Infraworks and Civil3D
Experience using Microsoft Office Suite, MicroStation, AutoCAD, MathCAD, LARSA, Prestress Concrete Design
Experience using structural analysis programs and bridge design software
Experience managing junior staff
Excellent communication skills and working in a team environment
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must
What We Believe HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other’s life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.
Primary Location United States‑Florida‑Jacksonville
Other Locations
United States-Florida-Doral
United States-Florida-Tampa
United States-Florida-West Palm Beach
United States-Florida-Pensacola
United States-Florida-Fort Lauderdale
United States-Florida-Tallahassee
United States-Florida-Orlando
Industry Bridges
Schedule Full‑time
Employee Status Regular
Job Posting Oct 28, 2025
At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an AFFIRMATIVE ACTION and EQUAL OPPORTUNITY Employer (https://www.hdrinc.com/equal-employment-opportunity-employer). We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.
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At HDR, our employee‑owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?
Watch Our Story: https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story
Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.
In the role of Bridge Inspector/Engineer, we'll count on you to:
Function as part of a team to complete initial, routine, in‑depth, and fracture‑critical inspections of fixed, movable, and signature bridges; tunnels; dams; hydraulic structures; and other miscellaneous structures for agencies (federal, state, local) and private owners using National Bridge Inspection Standards (NBIS), National Tunnel Inspection Standards (NTIS) and other relevant standards.
Use various access techniques including under‑bridge inspection equipment or other access methods to complete structural field inspections.
Lead or assist with team planning and coordination to complete inspections.
Develop bridge inspection reports summarizing outcomes and condition assessments completed during inspections.
Complete structural load ratings as needed.
Lead or assist with business development efforts with new and existing clients.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering Degree
PE in Florida (or able to obtain within 6 months)
Successful completion of FHWA‑NHI approved comprehensive training to become a certified Bridge Inspection Team Leader
Successful completion of FHWA‑NHI approved bridge inspector refresher training course to maintain certified Bridge Inspection Team Leader status
Successful completion of FHWA‑NHI approved fracture‑critical techniques for steel bridges training course
Minimum of 7 years of structural inspection experience
Willingness to travel within the United States to inspection sites
Demonstrated leadership skills, communication skills, and ability to work with various teams
FDOT Inspection Team Leader Certification
Successful completion of FHWA‑NHI approved comprehensive training to become a certified Tunnel Inspection Team Leader
Society of Professional Rope Access Technicians (SPRAT) Certification
Mobile Elevating Working Platform (MEWP) Operator Certification for scissor lifts, manlifts, under‑bridge inspection vehicles (UBIV) and vehicle‑mounted bucket trucks and bucket vans
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree
Previous experience in bridge design
Professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered (e.g., PE)
Familiarity with Bluebeam Revu and engineering software packages such as LEAP Bridge Enterprise, FB‑MultiPier, LPile, AASHTOWare BrR, MIDAS Civil, MDX, SAP2000, CSiBridge, RM Bridge, spColumn, STLBridgeLRFD, or STLBridge
Knowledge of ADINA, LUSAS, Bentley OpenBridge Designer and OpenBridge Modeler and/or Autodesk Infraworks and Civil3D
Experience using Microsoft Office Suite, MicroStation, AutoCAD, MathCAD, LARSA, Prestress Concrete Design
Experience using structural analysis programs and bridge design software
Experience managing junior staff
Excellent communication skills and working in a team environment
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must
What We Believe HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other’s life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.
Primary Location United States‑Florida‑Jacksonville
Other Locations
United States-Florida-Doral
United States-Florida-Tampa
United States-Florida-West Palm Beach
United States-Florida-Pensacola
United States-Florida-Fort Lauderdale
United States-Florida-Tallahassee
United States-Florida-Orlando
Industry Bridges
Schedule Full‑time
Employee Status Regular
Job Posting Oct 28, 2025
At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an AFFIRMATIVE ACTION and EQUAL OPPORTUNITY Employer (https://www.hdrinc.com/equal-employment-opportunity-employer). We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.
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