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Senior Civil Engineer 189078
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 - its the foundation of connected, thriving communities.
As part of HDRs Transportation Business Group, youll 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 youre modernizing aging infrastructure or pioneering next-generation transportation solutions, your contributions will help define the future of mobility.
This isnt just a job - its 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.
Primary Responsibilities
The Senior Civil Highway Engineer will work as a member of the civil engineering design team on projects serving clients in the New England area. The position requires leading the design of civil engineering projects to support our clients while meeting the fundamental obligation to prioritize the safety, health, and welfare of the public. This requires a thorough understanding of applicable design and safety standards and the application of best practices in the development of the design.
The position includes preparation of plans, detail drawings, and quantity estimation for projects of various sizes and complexities. The Civil Department engages in several areas of design, including highway & local roadway design, green infrastructure, stormwater management, drainage & grading, and multi-modal transportation designs for clients throughout New England, including MassDOT, MBTA, NHDOT, RIDOT, and the City of Boston.
The candidate will need to be a self-motivated individual who maintains a high level of professionalism while performing engineering assignments.
Preferred Qualifications
• 8 years of experience in Civil Engineering with an emphasis on roadway and utility design, grading, site layout, stormwater management, complete streets practices, green infrastructure applications, and construction management. • Bachelors degree in engineering or similar field. • Professional Engineer certification. • Possess strong problem-solving and communication skills. • Attention to detail and exemplary work ethic. • An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must. • Preferred experience with MassDOT, MBTA, and Massachusetts municipalities. • Recommended experience with other New England state DOTs. • Preferred proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D. • Recommended experience with MicroStation OpenRoads. • Experience in project management. • Local candidates given preference.
What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each others 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/Latina, 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.