Corrosion Design Coordinator/EIT

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

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Employee ownership

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

HDR, Inc. is seeking a Corrosion Coordinator/EIT in Walnut Creek to support field and office projects within the water sector. You will conduct condition assessments, prepare technical reports, and collaborate with engineers and BIM specialists on pipelines and structures.

Travel nationally will be required. The role emphasizes hands-on field work, safety, reporting, and contributing to multi-disciplinary teams on water/wastewater projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering required.
• Computer skills in Microsoft Office required.
• Active participation in employee-owned culture expected.

Responsibilities

• Analyze data in the field and office to develop condition‑assessment options and prepare deliverables.
• Perform routine engineering tasks using standard techniques and procedures.
• Complete projects with clear objectives and limited variables.
• Work independently on small projects or assist senior engineers on larger projects.
• Collaborate with Project Engineers, other EITs, Designers, or BIM Specialists as needed.
• Perform additional duties as required.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

EIT Certification

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