Senior Civil Engineer

HDR; Rocky Hill (CT); On-site; USD 128,359 - 183,370; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Retirement savings plan with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Senior Civil/Highway Engineer in Rocky Hill, CT. The role involves leading design projects focused on transportation, ensuring safety and compliance with standards. Candidates should have over 10 years of experience in roadway engineering and hold a Bachelor's degree in engineering with PE certification. Ideal candidates will excel in project management and possess strong communication skills. The position offers competitive compensation and benefits, becoming part of a culture that values employee ownership and community impact.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in Civil Engineering focused on roadway design.
• Strong leadership and project management skills.
• Experience with urban and rural highway design.

Responsibilities

• Lead civil engineering design projects in New England.
• Prepare plans and drawings for various engineering projects.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and best practices.

Skills

Roadway and utility design

Grading and site layout

Stormwater management

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Professional Engineer certification

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

MicroStation OpenRoads

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? Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. We believe transportation is more than movement, it’s the foundation of connected, thriving communities. As part of HDR’s Transportation Business Group, you’ll 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. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead progress, drive meaningful impact, and leave a legacy of smarter, more connected transportation networks.

Primary Responsibilities

The Senior Civil/Highway Engineer will work as a member of the civil engineering design team on projects serving clients in the New England area. The position requires leading the design of civil engineering projects to support our clients while meeting the fundamental obligation to prioritize the safety, health, and welfare of the public. This requires a thorough understanding of applicable design and safety standards and the application of best practices in the development of the design. The position includes preparation of plans, detail drawings, and quantity estimation for projects of various sizes and complexities. The Civil Department engages in several areas of design including highway & local roadway design, green infrastructure, stormwater management, drainage & grading, and multi-modal transportation designs for clients throughout New England including MassDOT, MBTA, NHDOT, RIDOT, and the City of Boston. The candidate will need to be a self-motivated individual who maintains a high level of professionalism while performing engineering assignments.

Preferred Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in Civil Engineering with an emphasis on roadway and utility design, grading, site layout, stormwater management, complete streets practices, green infrastructure applications, and construction management
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or similar field
• Professional Engineer certification
• Possess strong problem-solving and communication skills
• Attention to detail and exemplary work ethic
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
• Preferred experience with MassDOT, MBTA, and Massachusetts municipalities. Recommended experience with other New England state DOT’s
• Preferred proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D. Recommended experience with MicroStation OpenRoads
• Experience in project management
• Local candidates given preference

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• A minimum of 10 years experience in all aspects of roadway engineering design
• Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.
• Demonstrated leadership skills, communication skills and ability to work with various teams
• Project management skills desirable
• Experience should include urban and rural highway interchanges, intersection design, traffic management, transportation planning, site planning, preparation of concept alignments, geometrical layout and CAD base alignment plans
• Must have coordinated survey, grading, drainage and utilities and layout of various site items is a plus
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

Primary Location

United States-Massachusetts-Boston

Other Locations

• United States-New Hampshire-Bedford
• United States-Connecticut-Rocky Hill
• United States-Rhode Island-Providence

Industry

Highway + Road

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Business Class

Highways

Job Posting

Dec 10, 2025

Compensation

{Boston, MA}: $139,524 - $199,320; {Providence, RI}: $122,525 - $175,035 ; {Bedford, NH}: $122,525 - $175,035 ; {Rocky Hill, CT}: $128,359 - $183,370

Benefits

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.

EEO Statement

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.