Coastal Coordinator/EI

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR in Lafayette, LA seeks a Coastal Coordinator/EI to contribute to water resource projects by applying design engineering and modeling techniques. You will support project engineers, focus on hydraulics and hydrology modeling, and contribute to flood control and watershed restoration efforts.

Requires a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering and experience with AutoCAD and hydraulic modeling software. EIT may be considered for career progression; strong self-motivation and ability to work

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent field.
• Experience with AutoCAD and hydraulic modeling software.
• Ability to work independently and in a project team.
• Commitment to employee-owned culture.

Responsibilities

• Work under project engineers on the application of design engineering and modeling techniques for water resource projects.
• Focus on hydraulics and hydrology modeling, stormwater collection systems, data collection, and presentations.
• Engage in projects including flood control, river design, levees, and watershed restoration.
• Produce design calculations, draft technical reports and perform water resources studies.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Self-motivated

Team player

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Hydraulic modeling software

Job description

Overview

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?

In the role of Coastal Coordinator/EI, we'll count on you to contribute to water resource projects for federal, state and local municipalities by applying design engineering and modeling techniques.

Responsibilities

• Work under project engineers on the application of various design engineering and modeling techniques in the development of water resource projects for federal, state and local municipalities.
• Focus on hydraulics and hydrology modeling, stormwater collection systems modeling, data collection, assimilation, and presentations.
• Engage in projects including flood control, river design, stream grade control structures, dike systems, levees, stream channel restoration/rehabilitation, wetland and lake restoration, watershed issues and non-point source loading and point source design.
• Produce design calculations, draft technical reports and perform water resources studies.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent field.
• Experienced with Microsoft Office Suite, standard CAD platforms such as AutoCAD, and hydraulic modeling software.
• Self-motivated, able to work independently and with a project team to completion of task.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must.

Preferred Qualifications

• Candidates without their EIT will be placed into a Design Coordinator job code and will be expected to obtain their EIT for career progression.

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.

Locations & Schedule

Primary Location: United States-Louisiana-Lafayette

Other Locations: United States-Louisiana-Louisiana

Industry: Water

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Regular

Job Posting

Jul 16, 2026

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

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