Structural Engineer - job 3 of 3

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. Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story' 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 Primary Responsibilities • Organize and lead condition assessment teams for various hydraulic structures • Perform preliminary and detailed civil/structural analysis, design, evaluations, and design options and recommendations for concrete, steel, and masonry structures • Assists in the design of various new and/or rehabilitation of hydraulic structures, including dams, spillways, gates, outlet works, diversion structures, retaining walls, cofferdams, floodwalls, water conveyance structures, foundations • Review structural documents for areas of conflict with all disciplines • Assists in development of design criteria, report preparation, and quality assurance and control reviews of related designs • Write and edit hydraulic structure 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 • Establish meetings and participate in reviews with various governing agencies for code compliance • Conduct design development and contract document work sessions both in the office and at project sites in conjunction with the Project Manager and other disciplines • Organize, draft, and coordinate the production of various reports to ensure technical consistency and inclusion of appropriate documentation • Take responsibility for coordinating workload through design development and construction document phases to complete the documents on schedule • Mentor and coach other engineering and support staff, including mentoring junior engineers, and provision of quality assurance review or input where required. • During construction, 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 other duties as needed Required Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (or a related field) • Minimum 5 years of experience in structural analyses, including finite element modeling • PE or ability to obtain within 6 months; those hired without their PE will have an EIT title • Demonstrated leadership and communication skills • Background in finite element modeling and knowledge of computer-based design tools (such as CAD, SAP2000, LPILE, MathCAD, or equivalent). • Ability to prepare complete, concise, and organized engineering calculations and reports • Knowledge of relevant structural design methods, codes, and standards • Willingness to travel and assist with hydraulic structures inspection. Potential for becoming rope access trained, confined space entry, OSHA, or other safety training for inspections. Travel is expected to not exceed more than 30% of the time • Good verbal and written communication skills • An attitude and commitment to being an active participant in our employee-owned culture • Preference is given to local candidates 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. Primary Location: United States-Kentucky-Lexington Other Locations: United States-Kentucky-Louisville, United States-Tennessee-Memphis, United States-Kentucky-Paducah, United States-Tennessee-Chattanooga, United States-Tennessee-Nashville Industry: Water Schedule: Full-time Employee Status: Regular BusinessClass: Dams Levees Civil Works Job Posting: Sep 11, 2023 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