Highway EIT/Designer

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; South Carolina; On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to creating innovative solutions for urban and rural roadway projects. As a Highway EIT/Designer, you will collaborate with a team of engineers to design impactful infrastructure that enhances community connectivity. Your role will involve utilizing cutting-edge engineering software, ensuring project specifications are met, and maintaining effective communication with stakeholders. This position not only offers a chance to contribute to meaningful projects but also fosters a culture of inclusion and empowerment, making it an exciting opportunity for those passionate about engineering and community development.

Qualifications

• Proficient with MicroStation and/or AutoCAD.
• Familiarity with Highways and Roads engineering software.

Responsibilities

• Design urban and rural roadway projects with a focus on alignment and drainage.
• Coordinate with utility companies and prepare technical reports.

Skills

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Highways and Roads engineering software

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Tools

Bentley ConceptStation

Open Roads Designer

Autodesk Infraworks

Civil3D

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 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 Highway EIT/Designer, we'll count on you to:

1. Work on a team with other project engineers on the design of urban and rural roadway projects
2. Take responsibility for alignment and profile, geometrics, drainage, development of plans and construction estimates
3. Aid with the creation and submission of technical reports, specifications, and calculations
4. Communicate and coordinate with utility companies and the project team specifically to the design process and schedule and per standard client practices and requirements
5. Develop and maintain accurate records of utility coordination efforts and delivery and receipt of documentation, including routine updates for the client and project team
6. Develop and coordinate utility agreements and memoranda of agreements between utility companies and the client as applicable to the project design
7. Coordinate with utility companies to obtain, review, and maintain utility-specific documentation (e.g., prior rights, as-builts, encroachment permits, betterments, no-cost letters, standards, and specifications)
8. Review project design plans for utility conflicts and evaluate feasible alternatives for mitigation
9. Prepare and update utility reports and applicable data specific to proposed project design
10. Prepare specifications and contract documents
11. Participate in project coordination meetings
12. Perform 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
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, experience with MicroStation and/or Open Roads
• Preference given to local candidates

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Required Qualifications

• Proficient with MicroStation and/or AutoCAD, familiarity and demonstrated experience with Highways and Roads engineering software such as Bentley ConceptStation and Open Roads Designer and/or Autodesk Infraworks and Civil3D
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant in 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.

Primary Location

United States-South Carolina-Charleston

Other Locations

United States-South Carolina-Columbia

Industry

Highway + Road

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Business Class

Program Management

Job Posting

May 6, 2025

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.

Ready to learn more? Let's work together to make great things possible.

We design solutions to the world's greatest challenges. We're always looking for great talent to join our global teams.