Civil/Highway EIT/Designer

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the engineering field is seeking a Civil/Highway EIT/Designer in New York. This role involves producing design plans and specifications for highway projects, working collaboratively within a team. Candidates should have a degree in Civil Engineering and proficiency in relevant engineering software. The position offers an opportunity to contribute to impactful projects while fostering an inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• Proficient with MicroStation and/or AutoCAD.
• Experience with highways and roads engineering software.
• Active participation in employee-owned culture.

Responsibilities

• Produce design criteria, plans, calculations, and estimates for highway projects.
• Coordinate design packages and ensure project schedules.
• Work on detailed design of local roadway/highway design.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Hydraulic/Hydrologic Analysis

Stormwater Pollution Prevention

Education

MS/BS in Civil Engineering or related field

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Bentley ConceptStation

Open Roads Designer

Civil3D

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?

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Primary Responsibilities

HDR NY/NJ Transportation Business Group is seeking to hire a Civil/Highway EIT/Designer to work on Design-Bid-Build and Design-Build Projects.

The primary duties of the Civil/Highway EIT will include working as part of a team to produce design criteria, design plans, design calculations, cost estimates, and specifications for highway and site/civil projects. The candidate should be a team player ready to work in a collaborative environment within the NY/NJ Civil/Highway Section. The Civil/Highway EIT shall be familiar with both local and national codes, standards, and specifications.

In this role, you'll:

• Work with project engineers on detailed design of local roadway/highway design, hydraulic/hydrologic analysis, storm/sanitary sewer design, site grading, stormwater pollution prevention plans, utility design, permitting, and coordination with regulatory agencies.
• Take responsibility for alignment, profile, geometrics, drainage, and development of plans, specifications, and construction estimates.
• Assist with technical reports, specifications, and calculations.
• Coordinate design packages, track quality control reviews, and ensure project schedules on design-build projects.

Keyword(s): Highway, Roadway, Civil, EIT

Preferred Qualifications

• MS/BS in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Preferred candidates will have EIT and be on track for NY or NJ PE. Candidates without their EIT will be titled “Civil/Highway Designer”.
• Experience with NYSDOT, NYSTA, NYCDOT, NYCDDC, NJDOT, and/or NJTA projects is preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team.
• Commitment to our employee-owned culture.
• Reside locally in the metro NY/NJ/CT area preferred.
• Position available in New York, NY; Newark, NJ; or White Plains, NY.

Required Qualifications

• Proficient with MicroStation and/or AutoCAD, and familiar with highways and roads engineering software such as Bentley ConceptStation, Open Roads Designer, Autodesk Infraworks, and Civil3D.
• Active participation in our employee-owned culture is a must.

Our Values and Commitment

HDR is our company. We build on each other's experiences and perspectives to make great things possible daily. This fosters our collaborative culture, trust, and connection to the communities we serve.

As employee owners, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcomed, valued, respected, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. Our Employee Network Groups support belonging and engagement across diverse communities and interests.

Additional Information

Primary Location: United States - New York

Industry: Highway + Road

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Regular

Business Class: Highways

Job Posting Date: May 23, 2025

We are committed to employment equity and are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, arrest, or conviction records.

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