Transportation Hydraulics EIT/Coordinator

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Rosemont (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Transportation Hydraulics EIT/Coordinator to join our Transportation Business Group. You will collaborate on designs for urban and rural roadways, transit projects, and floodplain evaluations while supporting hydraulic analyses and reports.

The role emphasizes collaboration with project engineers, preparing drawings, and delivering design deliverables. An EIT is preferred, with opportunities to advance to career progression as you obtain licensure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, environmental, water resources or other related fields.
• Master's degree in Water Resources or related discipline.
• Previous drainage design experience for highway/roadway projects, including plans and permitting.
• Experience with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroStation, and/or OpenRoads Designer focused on storm water design.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with a team on the design of urban and rural roadways, highway and transit projects, stormwater management plans, and floodplain evaluations.
• Assist project engineers by applying drainage design, engineering and modeling techniques for transportation and water resource projects.
• Prepare design drawings with BIM/CADD platforms for construction plans, specifications and cost estimates.
• Prepare hydraulic calculations and design deliverables, including hydrologic/hydraulic analyses and floodplain evaluations.
• Assist with writing drainage reports and technical memos; perform water quality assessments and calculations.

Skills

Communication skills

Self-motivated

Adaptable

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering

Master's degree in Water Resources

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

MicroStation

OpenRoads Designer

Job description

Transportation Hydraulics EIT/Coordinator - ( 196649 )

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?

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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.

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. We bring together planners, engineers, architects, construction management staff, environmental, strategic communications, economists, management consultants and specialists across disciplines to solve complex mobility challenges with innovation, technical excellence, and a deep understanding of community needs. Whether you're modernizing aging infrastructure or pioneering next-generation transportation solutions, your contributions will help define the future of mobility. 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. We are all employee-owners at HDR, which is the foundation of our collaborative culture that connects employees around the world.

In the role of Transportation Hydraulics EIT/Coordinator, we'll count on you to:

• Collaborate with a team on the design of urban and rural roadways, highway and transit projects, stormwater management plans, and floodplain evaluations.
• Work under the direction of project engineers to apply various drainage design, engineering and modeling techniques in the development of transportation and water resource projects for local municipalities, state and federal clients
• Prepare design drawings with BIM/CADD platforms for construction/contract plans along with specifications and cost estimates
• Prepare hydraulic calculations and design deliverables, including hydrologic and hydraulic analyses, floodplain impact and compensation evaluations, stormwater modelling, bridge hydraulic and scour assessments, roadway drainage design, erosion and sediment control, water quality and attenuation systems, and permitting
• Assist with writing drainage reports and technical memos
• Perform water quality assessments and calculations

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, environmental, water resources or other related fields
• Master's degree in Water Resources or related discipline
• Previous experience or internship experience performing drainage design for highway/roadway projects, preparing plans, and permitting
• Experience with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroStation, and/or OpenRoads Designer focused on storm water design
• Adaptable to conditions including fast-paced and deadline driven work environment
• Ability to work in the office to allow for collaboration

Candidates hired without their EIT will have the title of "Coordinator" and will be expected to obtain their EIT for career progression.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Self-motivated to complete tasks and learn new skills

An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture

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Required Qualifications

• 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.

Primary Location

Industry

Highway + Road

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Job Posting

Oct 1, 2026

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

We are an affirmative action and Equal Opportunity Employe r.

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