HDR
HDR is an employee-owned company focused on creating a welcoming environment where each person is valued and respected. We empower everyone to bring their authentic selves and ideas to work every day, and we strive to make a positive impact in our communities and the world.
We believe transportation is the foundation of connected, thriving communities. As part of HDR’s Transportation Business Group, you’ll help shape systems that move people and goods safely, efficiently, and sustainably. From designing highways and bridges to advancing transit, rail, aviation, ports and marine infrastructure, your work will support economic vitality, public safety, and quality of life. Our team includes planners, engineers, architects, construction management staff, environmental professionals, economists, management consultants and specialists who solve mobility challenges with innovation and technical excellence.
In the role of Hydraulics EIT/Designer, we’ll count on you to:
Demonstrate an ability to work under the direction of multiple project engineers to apply design, engineering and modeling techniques in the development of transportation and water resource projects for local municipalities, state and federal clients
Work independently on small projects, or assist more-senior engineers on larger projects
Site studies, site designs, contract documentation preparation and graphic presentation. Prepare civil design drawings with BIM/CADD platforms for construction documents
Hydrologic and hydraulic evaluations and calculations
Preparing Drainage maps
Stormwater management facility design calculations and modeling
Preparing Construction/Contract Plans, specifications, and cost estimates
Performing flooding complaint investigations
Assist with writing reports and technical memos
Drainage design permitting support
Water quality assessments and calculations
Floodplain impacts and compensation calculations
Bridge Hydraulic and scour evaluations and calculations
Prepare cost opinions and write technical documents
Support construction phase implementation of infrastructure
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, Transportation, Structural Engineering, or relevant field preferred
Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate
Candidates hired without their EIT will have the title of "Coordinator" and will be expected to obtain their EIT for career progression
Relevant experience performing drainage design for highway/roadway projects, preparing plans and specifications, and permitting
Microstation/AutoCAD required. Civil3D, StormCAD, Open Roads Designer experience preferred
Preference given to local candidates
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree
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.
Primary Location United States-Kentucky-Louisville
Other Locations United States-Arkansas-Bentonville, United States-Tennessee-Memphis, United States-Kentucky-Paducah, United States-Tennessee-Chattanooga, United States-Kentucky-Lexington, United States-Tennessee-Nashville
Industry Highway + Road
Schedule Full-time
Employee Status Regular
BusinessClass Transportation Hydraulics
Job Posting Dec 3, 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.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Management, Consulting, and Engineering
Industries
Civil Engineering, Truck Transportation, and Environmental Services
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We believe transportation is the foundation of connected, thriving communities. As part of HDR’s Transportation Business Group, you’ll help shape systems that move people and goods safely, efficiently, and sustainably. From designing highways and bridges to advancing transit, rail, aviation, ports and marine infrastructure, your work will support economic vitality, public safety, and quality of life. Our team includes planners, engineers, architects, construction management staff, environmental professionals, economists, management consultants and specialists who solve mobility challenges with innovation and technical excellence.
In the role of Hydraulics EIT/Designer, we’ll count on you to:
Demonstrate an ability to work under the direction of multiple project engineers to apply design, engineering and modeling techniques in the development of transportation and water resource projects for local municipalities, state and federal clients
Work independently on small projects, or assist more-senior engineers on larger projects
Site studies, site designs, contract documentation preparation and graphic presentation. Prepare civil design drawings with BIM/CADD platforms for construction documents
Hydrologic and hydraulic evaluations and calculations
Preparing Drainage maps
Stormwater management facility design calculations and modeling
Preparing Construction/Contract Plans, specifications, and cost estimates
Performing flooding complaint investigations
Assist with writing reports and technical memos
Drainage design permitting support
Water quality assessments and calculations
Floodplain impacts and compensation calculations
Bridge Hydraulic and scour evaluations and calculations
Prepare cost opinions and write technical documents
Support construction phase implementation of infrastructure
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, Transportation, Structural Engineering, or relevant field preferred
Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate
Candidates hired without their EIT will have the title of "Coordinator" and will be expected to obtain their EIT for career progression
Relevant experience performing drainage design for highway/roadway projects, preparing plans and specifications, and permitting
Microstation/AutoCAD required. Civil3D, StormCAD, Open Roads Designer experience preferred
Preference given to local candidates
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree
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.
Primary Location United States-Kentucky-Louisville
Other Locations United States-Arkansas-Bentonville, United States-Tennessee-Memphis, United States-Kentucky-Paducah, United States-Tennessee-Chattanooga, United States-Kentucky-Lexington, United States-Tennessee-Nashville
Industry Highway + Road
Schedule Full-time
Employee Status Regular
BusinessClass Transportation Hydraulics
Job Posting Dec 3, 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.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Management, Consulting, and Engineering
Industries
Civil Engineering, Truck Transportation, and Environmental Services
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at HDR by 2x
Get notified about new Mechanical Coordinator jobs in Paducah, KY.
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