Trenchless Engineer

HDR; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Employee assistance program

Paid time off

Parental leave

Retirement savings plan with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Trenchless Engineer to join its national Trenchless Services team in Alexandria, Virginia. The engineer will support and lead design and field services for trenchless projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree, professional engineering license, and at least 10 years of relevant experience, including knowledge of trenchless construction techniques. HDR provides a comprehensive benefits package and a competitive salary range of $125,000–$150,000 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of professional engineering experience.
• Experience with trenchless construction methods and technologies.
• Strong writing and computer skills, able to manage multiple assignments.

Responsibilities

• Support and lead design and field services for trenchless projects.
• Evaluate feasibility for trenchless crossings and conduct site visits.
• Develop documentation and ensure compliance with industry standards.

Skills

Horizontal Directional Drilling

Microtunneling

Project Management

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Teamwork

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Professional engineering license (PE or P.Eng)

Tools

Microsoft Office

MicroStation

GeoStudio/Ensoft software

Bentley geotechnical tools (gINT, OpenGround, LeapFrog)

Job description

HDR is seeking a Trenchless Engineer to join its national Trenchless Services team. The engineer will support and lead design and field services for trenchless projects, interface with clients, manage projects, oversee construction, and ensure compliance with industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform desk‑top route selection and evaluate feasibility for trenchless crossings.
• Conduct site reconnaissance visits.
• Develop subsurface investigation programs to determine construction feasibility.
• Evaluate surface and subsurface conditions and recommend preferred construction techniques.
• Coordinate with discipline leads and production staff to develop trenchless design deliverables.
• Communicate with clients on project status and technical matters.
• Estimate material quantities, installation loading, and stress for pipeline installations.
• Apply trenchless technologies (Horizontal Directional Drilling, microtunneling, tunneling, Direct Pipe®) and participate in method selection.
• Perform calculations for carrier pipe and coating specifications.
• Define workspace requirements for construction equipment at crossing sites.
• Prepare and review project documentation (specs, bid packages, drawings, reports, assessments, data sets).
• Utilize software models for trenchless pipeline design.
• Develop permit application documents and drawings.
• Ensure compliance with governing legislation and industry standards.
• Prepare field engineering and as‑built documents.
• Contribute to updating department standards and procedures and capture lessons learned.
• Apply HDR’s PMO processes to meet client delivery goals.
• Establish and execute workflow for all trenchless engineering tasks.
• Procure and coordinate sub‑consultants for trenchless projects.
• Oversee construction in the field, monitor daily activities, and recommend corrective actions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of professional engineering experience, including Horizontal Directional Drilling, microtunneling, or Direct Pipe®.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Experience in remote work environments.
• Proficiency in trenchless construction methods.
• Team oriented and accountable for deliverables.
• Strong writing and computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel).
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and prioritize tasks independently.
• Self‑motivated with effective communication across dispersed teams.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Willingness to travel as required; extensive travel may occur.
• Subject to pre‑employment drug test.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Professional engineering license recognized by the relevant licensing board (PE or P.Eng).
• Prior experience with Microsoft Office, MicroStation, or equivalent geotechnical software.
• Experience with GeoStudio/Ensoft slope stability, settlement, seepage, and deep foundation response software.
• Experience with Bentley geotechnical data management and visualization tools (gINT, OpenGround, LeapFrog).
• Commitment to participate in HDR’s employee‑owned culture.

Benefits

HDR offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, short and long‑term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time off, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus, and tuition reimbursement. The target salary range for this position is $125,000–$150,000, depending on experience, education, and location.

Location

Primary: United States – Georgia – Atlanta. Additional locations across the United States as listed.

Industry: Industrial | Schedule: Full‑time | Employee Status: Regular | Business Class: Industrial Services

HDR is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, arrests, or convictions.