Geotechnical EIT/Engineer

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer in Kentucky to conduct analyses, oversee subsurface programs, and perform routine engineering tasks across highway and road projects. The role emphasizes independent work on small projects and collaboration on larger ones.

Preferred PE license or MSCE and local candidate consideration, with a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required. Join an employee-owned culture focused on safety, sustainability, and community impact.

Qualifications

• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must.

Responsibilities

• Conduct analyses to develop design options or recommendations, and assist in the preparation of cost estimates, plans and specifications
• Oversee geotechnical subsurface characterization programs for routine work
• Perform routine engineering assignments requiring application of standard techniques and procedures
• Conduct slope stability, settlement and seepage analysis and conduct geotechnical engineering studies on routine and moderately sized projects
• Complete projects with clear, specified objectives and limited variables
• Work independently on small projects, or assist more-senior engineers on larger projects
• Give direction to clerical and technical personnel as needed
• Perform other duties as needed

Skills

Active team participation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

MS Office

GIS

CADD

Job description

We believe transportation is more than movement, it’s the foundation of connected, thriving communities. As part of HDR’s Transportation Business Group, you will help shape the systems that move people and goods safely, efficiently, and sustainably.

From designing resilient highways and iconic bridges to advancing transit, passenger and freight rail, aviation, federal transportation ports and marine infrastructure, your work will directly support economic vitality, public safety, sustainable and resilient communities and quality of life. We bring together planners, engineers, architects, construction management staff, environmental, strategic communications, economists, management consultants and specialists across disciplines to solve complex mobility challenges.

Responsibilities

• Conduct analyses to develop design options or recommendations, and assist in the preparation of cost estimates, plans and specifications


• Oversee geotechnical subsurface characterization programs for routine work


• Perform routine engineering assignments requiring application of standard techniques and procedures


• Conduct slope stability, settlement and seepage analysis and conduct geotechnical engineering studies on routine and moderately sized projects


• Complete projects with clear, specified objectives and limited variables


• Work independently on small projects, or assist more-senior engineers on larger projects


• Give direction to clerical and technical personnel as needed


• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• PE license preferred. Candidates hired with their PE will be titled \"Geotechnical Engineer\" and candidates hired with their EIT will be titled \"Geotechnical EIT\"


• MSCE preferred


• Local candidates preferred

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering


• Experience with MS Office, GIS, and CADD, as appropriate


• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

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

We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

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

Industry

Highway + Road

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Job Posting

Jul 7, 2026