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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
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.
We believe transportation is more than movement, it’s the foundation of connected, thriving communities. As part of HDR’s Transportation Business Group, you’ll help shape the systems that move people and goods safely, efficiently, and sustainably. From designing resilient highways and iconic bridges to advancing transit, passenger and freight rail, aviation, federal transportation ports and marine infrastructure, your work will directly support economic vitality, public safety, sustainable and resilient communities and quality of life. We bring together planners, engineers, architects, construction management staff, environmental, strategic communications, economists, management consultants and specialists across disciplines to solve complex mobility challenges with innovation, technical excellence, and a deep understanding of community needs. Whether you're modernizing aging infrastructure or pioneering next‑generation transportation solutions, your contributions will help define the future of mobility. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead progress, drive meaningful impact, and leave a legacy of smarter, more connected transportation networks. We are all employee-owners at HDR, which is the foundation of our collaborative culture that connects employees around the world.
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 various 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 project
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 calculation
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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Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.
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
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.
We believe transportation is more than movement, it’s the foundation of connected, thriving communities. As part of HDR’s Transportation Business Group, you’ll help shape the systems that move people and goods safely, efficiently, and sustainably. From designing resilient highways and iconic bridges to advancing transit, passenger and freight rail, aviation, federal transportation ports and marine infrastructure, your work will directly support economic vitality, public safety, sustainable and resilient communities and quality of life. We bring together planners, engineers, architects, construction management staff, environmental, strategic communications, economists, management consultants and specialists across disciplines to solve complex mobility challenges with innovation, technical excellence, and a deep understanding of community needs. Whether you're modernizing aging infrastructure or pioneering next‑generation transportation solutions, your contributions will help define the future of mobility. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead progress, drive meaningful impact, and leave a legacy of smarter, more connected transportation networks. We are all employee-owners at HDR, which is the foundation of our collaborative culture that connects employees around the world.
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 various 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 project
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 calculation
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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