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 work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

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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 Transit EIT/Designer to join our Texas Transportation Business Group to manage and support the design and/or planning of public transportation projects. The individual in this position will lead and support multi-disciplinary transit projects that may include Light Rail, Bus, Bus Rapid Transit, Streetcar, or transit support facilities. The primary responsibilities include the project management, support, and design oversight of transit guidways, vehicle and transit maintenance facilities, transit stations and centers, and bus terminals. The candidate is expected to be knowledgeable of the transit industry, client programs, and experience managing multi-disciplinary project deliverables. 

In the role of Transit EIT/Designer, we'll count on you to:Assist the Senior Engineer with guideway design, site studies, site designs, contract documentation preparation and graphic presentationPerform overall site layout, grading, utility layout and drainagePerform routine engineering assignments requiring application of standard techniques and proceduresComplete projects with clear, specified objectives and limited variablesPerform administrative duties associated with project management for civil/site projectsWork independently on small projects, or assist more-senior engineers on larger projectsPerform other duties as neededAssist clients in the day-to-day project management activities of design, funding, construction and project control related to transit projects; responsible for general project administration including Document Controls, Procurement, DBE/ADA Civil Rights, Project Controls and Risk Management.Ability to plan, organize, and manage capital project scopes, schedules, and budgetsParticipate in reviews and concept/design meetings with various clients and architectsConduct work sessions for design developmentIndependently coordinate the work of the site and structural design teams through the design development and contract document phases of a project. Establish meetings and participate in reviews with various groups for code and agency compliance.Implement QA/QC proceduresOther design tasks as assignedPreferred QualificationsEngineer in Training (EIT) certificateCandidates without their EIT will be placed into a Design Coordinator job code and will be expected to obtain their EIT for career progressionExperience in cost control,scheduling and risk management Competence in Microsoft Word,Excel and Project Strong organizational and time management skills with ability to effectively work on multiple projects simultaneously;Civil engineering, architectural design and systems design and construction, Project budgets, estimating and related documentsLocal, regional, state, and federal agencies, groups and organizations involved in transit planning and development; National, State and Local Laws, codes, regulations, and legal requirements related to public transportationComputer skills using Microsoft Office, ArcGIS, MicroStation, and AutoCAD Experience with designing transit facilities such as bus rapid transit, transit stations, light rail, and related facilitiesExperience with state departments of transportation and the federal transit administration FTA New Starts/Capital Investment Grant Programs Management principles and practices ValidTexas Driver’s License or the ability to obtain onePreference given to local candidatesRequired Qualifications
Bachelor's degreeProficient with MicroStation and/or AutoCAD, familiarityand demonstrated experience with Highways and Roads engineering software suchas Bentley ConceptStation and Open Roads Designer and/or Autodesk  Infraworks and Civil3dAn 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.