Bridge Cad/bim Designer

Bridge Cad/Bim Designer

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. 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.

HDR is currently seeking a Bridge Cad/Bim Designer to join our team in Kansas City or St. Louis. In the role of Bridge Cad/Bim Designer, we'll count on you to:

• Prepare detailed drawings, layouts, and sketches for conventional concrete and steel bridges, retaining walls, and miscellaneous structures using computer-aided design software, primarily MicroStation.
• Develop details for complex concrete and steel bridges which may include: prestressed concrete, post-tensioned concrete, steel plate girder, segmental, and cable-stayed.
• Typical projects will be for highway bridge projects.
• Demonstrate ability to work independently with direction from supervisor and engineers.
• Attention to detail is highly desirable.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate or technical school degree, or equivalent experience.
• A working knowledge of Microstation and AutoCAD.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to gather, organize, and interpret data.
• Ability and willingness to work cooperatively with project team members.
• Experience in structural drafting with MicroStation.
• Experience interpreting as-built plans for existing structures.
• Technically oriented with the rudimentary thought process to visualize constructs in 3-dimensional space.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant in our employee-owned culture is a must.

Required Qualifications:

• Technically qualified with 3D design software and document management infrastructure
• Competency of Microsoft Office products and communication tools
• Excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and organizational traits are essential
• Basic understanding of engineering or architectural concepts

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. Our Commitment As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day. Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location: United States-Missouri-Kansas City

Other Locations: United States-Missouri-St Louis

Industry: Highway + Road

Schedule: Part-time

Employee Status: Regular

BusinessClass: Bridges and Structures

Job Posting: Aug 19, 2025

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.