Corrosion Design Coordinator/EIT

HDR; Walnut Creek (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Corrosion Coordinator/EIT to support field and office work in water/wastewater and related sectors. The role involves preparing for field tasks, data collection, and writing reports, with opportunities to travel nationally for field assignments.

You will develop engineering options for condition assessments and support project deliverables within HDR's employee-owned culture. Preferred candidates hold a Chemical Engineering degree, an EIT certificate (or progress toward it), and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering required.
• Experience with project execution in water/wastewater and oil & gas markets preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; GIS or AutoCAD skills are a plus.
• EIT certificate or progress toward it required for career progression.

Responsibilities

• Conduct analyses to develop condition assessment options and assist in deliverables.
• Perform routine engineering tasks using standard techniques.
• Complete projects with clear objectives and limited variables.
• Work independently on small projects or with senior engineers on larger ones.
• Collaborate with Project Engineers, other EITs, Designers, or BIM Specialists.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Project execution

Independent and teamwork

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office

GIS

AutoCAD

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'

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

We believe water is more than a resource, it's a shared responsibility. As part of our Water Business Group, you'll help shape how communities manage water for generations to come. From delivering safe drinking water and treating wastewater responsibly to developing sustainable water supplies and protecting lives and property through flood control, your work will directly support public health, environmental sustainability, and infrastructure resilience. We bring together experts across disciplines to solve complex challenges with bold thinking and technical excellence. Whether you're modernizing aging systems or pioneering innovative approaches, your contributions will make a meaningful difference in people's lives. This isn't just a job, it's a chance to lead change, drive progress, and leave a lasting legacy.

In this role, the Corrosion Coordinator/EIT is required to have a basic understanding of corrosion mechanisms and materials science and will support projects in the office and in the field. Office work consists of preparing for field work, compiling field data, as well as writing reports and technical memorandums. Field work consists of performing assessments on pipelines and concrete structures associated with the water, wastewater, and transportation industries. Field work includes entering confined spaces, working near traffic, and working in wastewater structures. The Corrosion Coordinator/EIT will also be expected to frequently travel nationally for field work. This role will receive classroom and hands-on training to be able to perform field work properly and in a safe manner and support the following duties:

• Conduct analyses (in the field and in office) to develop condition assessment related design options or recommendations and assist in the preparation of project deliverables (examples include engineering drawing packages, reports, and project specifications).
• Perform routine engineering assignments requiring application of standard techniques and procedures.
• Complete projects with clear, specified objectives and limited variables.
• Work independently on small projects or assist more-senior engineers / professionals on larger projects.
• Work with assistance from Project Engineers, other Engineers In-Training (EITs), Designers, or BIM Specialists as needed.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in project execution within the Oil and Gas, Water, and/or wastewater Markets.
• Computer skills in Microsoft Office as well as standard GIS or AutoCAD programs.
• Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate
• Candidates hired without their EIT will have the title of "Coordinator" and will be expected to obtain their EIT for career progression.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• An ability to work both independently on small projects and in a team setting on larger projects

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering
• Computer skills in Microsoft Office
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture.

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.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. The expected compensation range for this position is $70,304.00 - $95,565.00 annually depending upon skills, experience, education and geographical location.

Primary Location:United States-California-Walnut Creek Other Locations:United States-California-Sacramento, United States-California-Folsom Industry:Water Schedule:Full-time Employee Status:Regular BusinessClass:Condition Assessment and Rehab Job Posting:Aug 31, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affordative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.hdrinc.com/equal-employment-opportunity-employer). We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.