Structural Engineer

Henningson Durham & Richardson Pc - Lexington, KY

Full-time - Mid Level

Lexington, KY

Waste Management and Remediation Services

About the position

At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental, and construction services. We are known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure. Our multidisciplinary teams include scientists, economists, builders, analysts, and artists, allowing us to create an unshakable foundation for progress. We believe that diversity is our greatest strength and are proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace and an affirmative-action employer. We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world, and that collaboration is the best way forward. In this role, you will organize and lead condition assessment teams for various hydraulic structures. You will perform preliminary and detailed civil/structural analysis, design evaluations, and provide design options and recommendations for concrete, steel, and masonry structures. Your responsibilities will include assisting in the design of new and rehabilitated hydraulic structures, such as dams, spillways, gates, and floodwalls. You will review structural documents for conflicts across disciplines and assist in the development of design criteria, report preparation, and quality assurance reviews. You will write and edit hydraulic structure specifications, select procedures and materials, and complete necessary calculations. Additionally, you will coordinate the work of the structural design team through the design development and contract document phases of projects. Establishing meetings and participating in reviews with governing agencies for code compliance will be part of your duties. You will also conduct design development work sessions both in the office and at project sites, ensuring technical consistency in reports and documentation. Mentoring and coaching junior engineers and support staff will be a key aspect of your role, as well as coordinating with affected disciplines during construction. You will assist with any addendums, requests for information, change proposals, and incorporate agreed-upon changes into project documents. This position requires a commitment to quality and timely completion of documents, as well as a willingness to travel for hydraulic structure inspections, with travel expected to not exceed 30% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Organize and lead condition assessment teams for various hydraulic structures
• Perform preliminary and detailed civil/structural analysis, design evaluations, and provide design options and recommendations for concrete, steel, and masonry structures
• Assist in the design of new and rehabilitated hydraulic structures, including dams, spillways, gates, and floodwalls
• Review structural documents for conflicts across disciplines
• Assist in the development of design criteria, report preparation, and quality assurance reviews
• Write and edit hydraulic structure specifications, select procedures and materials, and complete necessary calculations
• Coordinate the work of the structural design team through the design development and contract document phases of projects
• Establish meetings and participate in reviews with governing agencies for code compliance
• Conduct design development work sessions both in the office and at project sites
• Organize, draft, and coordinate the production of various reports to ensure technical consistency
• Mentor and coach junior engineers and support staff
• Coordinate with affected disciplines during construction and assist with addendums, requests for information, and change proposals

Requirements

• 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, with travel expected to not exceed 30% of the time
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant in our employee-owned culture

Nice-to-haves

• Preference is given to local candidates

Benefits

• Employee ownership culture
• Multiple growth opportunities
• Collaborative work environment