Coastal Designer/EIT

HDR, Inc.; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR, Inc. is seeking a Coastal EIT/Coordinator to analyze and design coastal restoration projects, including marsh restoration, beach nourishment, and shoreline protection in the Texas coast. You will also work on dredging, marinas, and harbors within a collaborative, employee-owned culture.

The role requires a Civil Engineering degree, proficiency with CAD and hydraulic modeling tools, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team to deliver projects on schedule.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent field.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, AutoCAD and hydraulic modeling software.
• Self-motivated, able to work independently and with a project team to completion of tasks.
• Commitment to employee-owned culture and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Perform analysis and design of coastal restoration projects including marsh restoration and beach nourishment; shoreline protection projects including revetments and breakwaters; and navigation projects including dredging, marinas, and harbors.
• Prepare construction plans and specifications, develop technical reports, prepare proposals including project scope and fee estimates, project management, and perform other duties as needed.
• Demonstrate strong analytical and communication skills and familiarity with wave growth and transformation, coastal and estuarine hydrodynamics, littoral processes, sediment transport, marine dredging, and basic geotechnical or structural systems.
• Perform all other duties as needed.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

AutoCAD

Hydraulic modeling software

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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In the role of Coastal EIT/Coordinator, we'll count on you to:

Perform analysis and design of coastal restoration projects including marsh restoration and beach nourishment; shoreline protection projects including revetments and breakwaters; and navigation projects including dredging, marinas, and harbors.

• Responsibilities may also include preparation of construction plans and specifications, developing technical reports, preparation of proposals including project scope and fee estimates, project management, and perform other duties as needed.
• Suitable candidates must possess strong analytical and communication skills and demonstrate familiarity with wave growth and transformation, coastal and estuarine hydrodynamics, littoral processes, sediment transport, marine dredging, and basic geotechnical or structural systems.
• Perform all other duties as needed

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

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

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.

Other Locations

United States-Texas-Houston

Industry

Water

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

BusinessClass : Coastal Engineering and Restoration

Job Posting

Jul 16, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We are an affirmative action and Equal Opportunity Employe r.

We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

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