Bridge Inspector

Overview

HDR Engineering is looking for a Bridge Inspector to join our South Carolina team. This position may be based out of any of the following HDR offices:
Charleston, Columbia, Greenville, and Fort Mill. The Bridge Inspector will perform bridge inspections and some office engineering (rating, rehab/repair design, CADD). They will assist the Team Leader in performing bridge inspections and preparing reports in accordance with NBIS (National Bridge Inspection Standards) on a regular basis.

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• Participate in bridge inspections, develop inspection reports, and perform structural load calculations
• Work in a team environment and independently while expanding knowledge and experience in engineering
• Support HDR's national inspection program on an occasional basis
• Perform and update load rating analyses using software such as BrR
• Assist with bridge rehabilitation and design efforts
• Coordinate and schedule with clients, subcontractors, and railroads to meet inspection deadlines
• Perform other duties as needed

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Experience in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Strong written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of HDR's employee-owned culture
• HDR's Drug and Alcohol Policy compliance; may require drug-screen prior to hire and thereafter as required
• Sponsorship (visa) for US employment authorization is not available for this position

• Bachelor's degree or associate degree in civil engineering or related field
• 2+ years' bridge/structural inspection, rating experience or design experience
• Completion of NHI 130055 "+Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges" training
• Experience with SCDOT bridge inspections per BIGD and SCDOT load ratings per LRGD
• CADD experience, Micro Station preferred
• Experience with Project Wise, Google Earth and Bluebeam
• Willing to work with multiple disciplines within the office during inspection downtime
• Valid driver's license with safe driving record and ability to travel for multi-night stays
• Strong client relationship skills
• Physical ability to perform field inspections of various bridge and related structures; physical demands include ladders, boats, long drives, night work, weekends, and walking on uneven surfaces
• Exposure to environmental hazards (temperatures, water, heights, plants, snakes, ticks, spiders, etc.)
• Local candidates preferred

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.

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 support belonging and engagement across the organization.

Primary

Location:

United States-South Carolina-Charleston

Other Locations:
United States-South Carolina-Columbia, United States-South Carolina-Greenville, United States-South Carolina-Fort Mill

Industry: Highway + Road

Schedule:

Full-time

Employee Status:
Regular

Business Class:
Bridges and Structures

Job Posting:
Oct 9, 2025

HDR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to employment equity and welcome all qualified applicants. We do not discriminate based on criminal histories or records.