Geotechnical Designer/EIT

HDR; New York (NY); On-site; USD 63,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Geotechnical Designer/EIT to join our team in New York. The successful candidate will assist in geotechnical investigations, report preparation, and collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams, bringing their engineering expertise to diverse projects while promoting a culture of inclusion and empowerment.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Retirement savings plan with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil or Geotechnical Engineering required.
• 3 years of work experience preferred.
• EIT certification or registration for FE exam necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and conducting geotechnical investigations.
• Perform field tasks including drilling oversight.
• Prepare geotechnical reports and calculation packages.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's degree with Geotechnical emphasis

Tools

Microsoft Office

GeoStudio

LPILE

ALPILE

Job description

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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.

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

• Assist in planning and conducting geotechnical investigations and site assessments
• Perform field tasks including drilling oversight and construction observations, with most work focused in the NY/NJ area. Occasional travel outside NY/NJ may be expected to help assist project demands in other areas
• Assist in performing geotechnical calculations and analysis for small- and large-scale projects
• Assist in preparation of geotechnical reports, calculation packages, drawings and specifications
• Have some familiarly with geotechnical software including LPILE, ALPILE, GROUP, SHAFT, GeoStudio, Settle3, and DeepEx
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams and be willing to learn and take on new tasks as needed
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil or Geotechnical Engineering; master’s degree with Geotechnical emphasis preferred.
• 3 years of work experience.
• EIT certification, or current registration for FE exam. Candidates hired without their EIT will be title "Geotechnical Designer" and will be expected to obtain their EIT for career progression.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail.
• Willingness and ability to go to the field as needed; and
• Ability to effectively work independently and in a team environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint; Familiarity with GeoStudio, ESoft APILE, LPILE, GROUP, and Settle3 preferred.
• Local candidates preferred
  

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering
• Experience with MS Office and software applications
• 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.

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. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.) New York: $63,525 - $97,625

Primary Location:

United States-New York

Industry:

Highway + Road

Schedule:

Full-time

Employee Status:

Regular

BusinessClass:

Geotechnical

Job Posting:

Jun 3, 2025
At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affirmative 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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management, Consulting, and Engineering

• Industries

  Civil Engineering, Truck Transportation, and Environmental Services

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