Civil Designer / EIT

HDR; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 51,450 - 84,525; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Life insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Paid holidays

Retirement savings plan with employer match

Employee referral bonus

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Civil Engineer in Cincinnati, Ohio, to assist with site studies and designs as well as project management for civil/site projects. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, an EIT certificate (or the willingness to obtain one), and experience with AutoCAD and Civil3D. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, a retirement savings plan with employer match, and more. Expected compensation ranges from $51,450 to $84,525 based on skills and experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• EIT certificate preferred or must obtain for career progression.
• Commitment to employee-owned culture is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist Senior Engineer with site studies and designs.
• Perform site layout, grading, utility layout, and drainage.
• Complete projects with specific objectives and limited variables.
• Handle administrative duties for civil/site projects.
• Work independently or assist senior engineers on larger projects.

Skills

AutoCAD

Civil3D

3D modeling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field

Job description

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.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Senior Engineer with site studies, site designs, contract documentation preparation, and graphic presentation.
• Perform overall site layout, grading, utility layout, and drainage.
• Perform routine engineering assignments requiring application of standard techniques and procedures.
• Complete projects with clear, specified objectives and limited variables.
• Perform administrative duties associated with project management for civil/site projects.
• Work independently on small projects, or assist more‑senior engineers on larger projects.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related engineering field.
• Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate. Candidates hired without their EIT will have the title of “Civil Designer” and will be expected to obtain their EIT for career progression.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD and Civil3D, 3D modeling, and plan production.
• Local candidates preferred.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, short‑term and long‑term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, an employee referral bonus, and tuition reimbursement. Expected compensation depends upon skills, experience, education, and geographical location. Ohio: $51,450–$84,525.

Primary Location: United States – Pennsylvania – Pittsburgh
Other Locations: United States – Ohio – Cincinnati, United States – Pennsylvania – Philadelphia, United States – Ohio – Columbus, United States – Ohio – Cleveland
Industry: Building Engineering
Schedule: Full‑time
Employee Status: Regular
Business Class: Building Site Civil
Job Posting: Apr 13, 2026

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.