Transportation Civil Project Engineer

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?

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.

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Shape Hawai'i's infrastructure - Join our Transportation Engineering Team!

We're looking for a motivated and skilled Transportation Civil Project Engineer ready to make a lasting impact across Hawaii. In this role, you'll play a key technical role on exciting projects ranging from highways and roadways to waterfronts and aviation infrastructure.

What You'll Do:

• Design roadway alignments, profiles, utilities, and drainage systems
• Develop detailed plans, specifications, and cost estimates
• Perform advanced engineering calculations and craft clear technical reports
• Support construction with on-site inspections, RFI responses, and submittal reviews
• Lead small to mid-size tasks independently and serve as a technical expert
• Help grow client relationships in Hawaii and across the Pacific Region

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Why Join Us?

You'll be part of a passionate, forward-thinking team that's committed to shaping resilient, efficient, and innovative infrastructure. This is more than a job - it's a chance to leave a legacy in the communities we serve.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Hawaii PE License strongly preferred or the ability to obtain prior to hire.
• Minimum 4 years of experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm.
• Experience with AutoCAD, Autodesk Civil 3d, and Microsoft Office Programs.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Preference given to local candidates.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree

• Previous experience in all aspects of roadway engineering design

• Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.

• Hands-on experience with Highways and Roads CAD engineering software such as Bentley ConceptStation and Open Roads Designer and/or Autodesk Infraworks and Civil3d

• MS Office knowledge

• Excellent communication and organizational skills

• Experience should include urban and rural highway interchanges, intersection design, traffic management, transportation planning, site planning, preparation of concept alignments, geometrical layout and CAD base alignment plans

• 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.