Civil/Environmental Engineer

HDR, Inc.; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR, Inc. is seeking an Environmental/Civil Engineer to contribute to solid waste infrastructure projects in Salt Lake City, Utah. You will design civil work, prepare reports, cost estimates, and contract documents while collaborating with a team of engineers and technicians.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering, PE license, and the ability to work independently within HDR’s employee-owned culture. The position is full-time and based in Salt Lake City, UT.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering or closely related Engineering field.
• Previous experience designing and creating plans and specifications for environmental engineering projects, such as remediation design and implementation.
• Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered (e.g., PE or P.Eng).

Responsibilities

• Design and plan civil work for environmental and solid waste infrastructure projects within our resources business group, including planning, site layouts, grading and drainage, paving, utilities, and related civil engineering activities.
• Prepare technical reports, memorandums and other project documents; prepare quantity calculations, cost estimates, specifications and contract documents for public entity projects.
• Perform complex assignments exercising judgment in evaluation, selection and modification of standard engineering techniques and procedures.
• Make decisions on significant design and engineering procedures as needed.
• Function as a Lead Design Engineer or Project Manager on mid-size projects as needed.
• Mentor a small staff of professionals and technicians as needed.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Self-motivation

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

AutoCAD

GIS

Microsoft Office

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'

We believe waste is more than management, it's also an opportunity to innovate. As part of our Waste sector, you'll help shape solid waste infrastructure and environmental stewardship. With a top‑tier industry ranking, our team delivers comprehensive solutions that span waste planning, remediation, engineering and implementation. You'll collaborate closely with clients and communities to design sustainable, cost‑effective systems that contribute to cleaner environments and healthier communities. This isn't just a job, it's a chance to drive meaningful changes in the waste industry and build a legacy of sustainability.

In the role of Environmental/Civil Engineer, we'll count on you to:

• Design and plan production of general civil work related to environmental and solid waste industry infrastructure projects within our resources business group, including planning, site layouts, horizontal and vertical control, grading and drainage, paving, site utilities, and associated civil engineering activities
• Prepare technical reports, memorandums and other project documents
  Prepare quantity calculations, cost estimates, specifications and contract documents for public entity projects
• Perform complex assignments exercising judgment in evaluation, selection and modification of standard engineering techniques and procedures
• Make decisions on significant design and engineering procedures as needed
• Function as a Lead Design Engineer or Project Manager on mid‑size projects as needed
• Mentor a small staff of professionals and technicians as needed
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• A minimum of 4 years' experience designing and creating plans and specifications for solid waste engineering projects, such as landfill or facility design and implementation
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, AutoCAD and GIS experience

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering or closely related Engineering field
• Previous experience designing and creating plans and specifications for environmental engineering projects, such as remediation design and implementation
• Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.
• Self‑motivated, able to work independently and with a project team to completion of a task
• 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-Utah-Salt Lake City

Industry: Waste

Schedule: Full‑time

Employee Status: Regular

BusinessClass: Waste Services

Job Posting: Sep 23, 2026