Mid-Atlantic Transit Engineering Lead

HDR; Vienna (VA); On-site; USD 149,352 - 243,840; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement savings plan with employer match

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Mid-Atlantic Transit Engineering Lead based in Virginia. This role involves managing transit engineering contracts and providing technical leadership. The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of experience in the field and a relevant bachelor's degree. A comprehensive benefits package is included, with competitive compensation ranging from $149,352 to $243,840 based on location and experience. The position supports a culture of employee ownership and inclusion.

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in transit engineering required.
• Expertise in federal, state, and local transit project delivery processes.
• Experience with Mid-Atlantic transit agencies preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide programmatic and technical leadership for transit engineering.
• Deliver project management for a variety of transit engineering contracts.
• Mentor junior staff and support team growth.

Skills

Leadership in transit engineering

Project management

Client engagement

Team development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a Professional, Architecture, Engineering or closely related field

Job description

Join to apply for the Mid-Atlantic Transit Engineering Lead role at HDR

At HDR, our employee‑owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected. We foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, continually asking ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

HDR’s Transportation Business Group shapes the systems that move people and goods safely, efficiently, and sustainably. As a Transit Engineering Leader, you will guide a growing practice in the Mid‑Atlantic (Washington DC, Maryland, and Virginia), providing programmatic and technical leadership as well as project management for transit‑engineering contracts.

Responsibilities

• Provide programmatic and technical leadership for transit engineering disciplines.
• Deliver project management for a variety of transit engineering related contracts (track, structures, facilities, and systems) for our clients.
• Guide program growth, client engagement, and industry involvement.
• Establish client relations and participate in marketing and client development activities.
• Prepare scopes and fees for a variety of contracts and projects.
• Collaborate with other disciplines on staff assignments and assignment priorities.
• Manage contract administration.
• Mentor junior staff and support team growth.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active engagement in professional or industry associations to enhance HDR technical expertise and brand.
• Experience with Mid‑Atlantic Area transit agencies such as WMATA, MTA, VRE, VPRA, and the Virginia Department of Rail and Public Transportation.
• Knowledge of applicable Federal, state, and local standards and requirements related to transit project delivery processes (conceptual design, feasibility, environmental documentation, PS&E, DSDC).
• Preference given to local candidates.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a Professional, Architecture, Engineering or closely related field.
• 10 years of experience in transit engineering.
• Commitment to quality, improvement, and HDR values.
• Maintains a professional or engineering registration and possesses related technical experience.
• Experience in developing and managing diverse teams.
• Ability to work cooperatively with other area business class leaders, operations managers, technical directors, and marketing managers on business class efforts.
• Active participant of our employee‑owned culture (mandatory).

Benefits

We provide a comprehensive benefits package promoting employee ownership, health, performance, and success, including medical, dental, vision, short and long‑term disability, life insurance, a 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 varies by skills, experience, education and geographical location: Baltimore, MD: $149,352 - $213,360; Washington, DC: $170,688 - $243,840.

EEO Statement

HDR is an Affluent Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records. We are committed to the principles of employment equity.

Primary Location

United States - District of Columbia - Washington DC

Other Locations

United States - Virginia – Glen Allen, United States - Virginia – Vienna, United States - Maryland – Baltimore, United States - Maryland – Fulton

Schedule

Full‑time

Employee Status

Regular

Business Class

Transit Engineering

Job Posting

Dec 9, 2025