Civil Site EIT / Designer

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising is seeking a full-time Civil Site EIT / Designer in Arlington, Virginia. This role involves assisting the Senior Engineer with site designs, utility layouts, and completing projects with specified objectives. Candidates should possess preferred EIT qualifications and proficiency in relevant software such as MicroStation and AutoCAD. The company values active engagement in its inclusive employee culture and offers opportunities for candidates to grow their careers in civil engineering.

Qualifications

• Candidates should be EIT preferred for career progression.
• Must actively participate in the employee‑owned culture.

Responsibilities

• Assist with site studies, site designs, and contract documentation.
• Perform site layout, grading, utility layout, and drainage.
• Complete projects with clear objectives and limited variables.

Skills

Proficient with MicroStation

Proficient with AutoCAD

Experience with civil engineering software

Tools

Bentley ConceptStation

Autodesk Infraworks

Civil 3D

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 work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the 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.

In the role of Civil Site EIT / Designer, we'll count on you to:

• 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

• EIT preferred. Candidates hired with their EIT will have the title "Civil Site EIT" and will be expected to receive their EIT for career progression
• Proficient with MicroStation and/or AutoCAD, familiarity and demonstrated experience with civil engineering software such as Bentley ConceptStation and/or Autodesk Infraworks and Civil 3D; specialty civil platforms (e.g., Openflows) as required
• Preference given to local candidates

Required Qualifications

• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must

Other Locations

United States-Maryland-Fulton

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

BusinessClass: Building Site Civil

Job Posting

May 5, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employee. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.