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Structural EIT/Designer - Buildings

HDR, Inc.
life insurance, parental leave, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement
United States, Washington, Vancouver
700 Washington Street (Show on map)
Dec 20, 2025
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' 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. 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 looking for a Structural EIT/Designer to support our growing Building Engineering Services team in Oregon and SW Washington. The successful candidate would be seated in the Vancouver, WA office, with opportunities to work with a wider team in the Portland, OR office and other offices across the region. HDR's Building Engineering Services Group (BES) provides structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, site civil, and specialty design services for a wide variety of building and non-building (e.g. substation, industrial, docks, fisheries, data center and water treatment) structures that include public, municipal, private, and Federal project types across the region and globally to both internal and external clients. Primary Responsibilities: In the role of Structural EIT/Designer, we'll count on you to: Conduct analyses to develop design options or recommendations and assist in the preparation of drawings, specifications, and cost estimates for structural engineering projects (both buildings and non-building structures) Perform routine engineering assignments requiring application of standard techniques and procedures. Work independently on small projects under the direction of a more senior engineer or assist more senior engineers on larger projects. Give direction to clerical and technical personnel as needed. Perform other duties as assigned. Preferred Qualifications Previous structural design experience (internship or full-time work experience) is a plus, but not required. AutoCAD and/or Revit experience is a plus. Master's degree in civil engineering or Structural Engineering is a plus, but not required. Understanding of applicable design codes and specification requirements. Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate. Candidates hired without their EIT will have the title of "Structural Designer" and will be expected to obtain their EIT for career progression. #LI-KJ1 Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Structural Engineering Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, RISA, Staad, SAP, Tedds, RAM, ETABS, SAFE or similar 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. 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. We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.) Vancouver, WA. : $65,000- $81,375 Primary Location : United States-Washington-Vancouver Industry : Building Engineering Schedule : Full-time Employee Status : Regular BusinessClass : Building Structural Job Posting : Dec 17, 2025