Trenchless Engineer

HDR; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement savings with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Trenchless Engineer to join their national team. The role involves performing desktop route selection, site visits, and developing subsurface investigation programs for trenchless projects. Candidates must have a license as a Professional Engineer and a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering with over 10 years of experience in trenchless engineering. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $125,000 to $150,000 based on experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in trenchless engineering and design.
• Must be a licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in the relevant state.
• Proficient in methods like Horizontal Directional Drilling and microtunneling.

Responsibilities

• Perform desktop route selection for trenchless crossings.
• Develop subsurface investigation programs.
• Prepare and review project documentation and calculations.

Skills

Trenchless engineering

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Field oversight

Technical communication

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline

Licensed Professional Engineer (PE)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Geotechnical data management software

Job description

HDR is seeking a Trenchless Engineer to join our national Trenchless Services team. The role offers professional growth and involves design and field services for trenchless projects.

Responsibilities

• Perform desktop route selection and evaluate feasibility for design and construction of trenchless crossings.
• Carry out site reconnaissance visits.
• Develop subsurface investigation program to determine feasibility for trenchless installation methods.
• Evaluate surface and subsurface conditions to determine feasibility of trenchless construction and preferred construction technique.
• Interface with discipline leads and production staff (geotechnical, CAD, etc.) to support development of trenchless design deliverables.
• Communicate regularly with clients regarding project status and technical discussions related to trenchless construction applications.
• Estimate quantities of materials used and disposed of for trenchless pipeline installations.
• Estimate installation loading and stress for trenchless pipeline installations.
• Assess application of trenchless technologies (Horizontal Directional Drilling, microtunneling, tunneling, Direct Pipe®) and participate in definition of preferred method(s).
• Perform calculations to determine carrier pipe and coating specifications.
• Define workspace requirements for applicable construction equipment at trenchless crossing locations.
• Prepare and review project documentation (design/construction specifications, bid packages, drawings, design reports, engineering assessments, and data sets).
• Build knowledge and use available software models for trenchless pipeline design.
• Interface with project team members outside the Trenchless Team and other company functions on multidisciplinary projects.
• Develop permit application documents and drawings.
• Be aware of and understand applicable industry standards and governing codes relevant to the various market sectors (Oil and Gas, Water/Wastewater, Power, etc.).
• Ensure documents, calculations, reports are developed in compliance with governing project legislation and standardization.
• Prepare field engineering and as‑built documents.
• Concur in definition/updating of department standards and procedures and ensure adequate feedback/lessons learned from projects.
• Focus on successful project execution, applying HDR’s PMO processes and in alignment with client project delivery goals.
• Establish and execute workflow delivery that will be applied for all projects including Trenchless engineering, design, subcontracted services, and construction applications.
• Procure, manage, and coordinate with subconsultants providing various services to Trenchless projects.
• Perform construction oversight and observation in the field, monitoring and reporting on daily construction activities, identifying problematic conditions and providing recommendations.

Qualifications

• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) recognized in the state of the primary location.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or related discipline.
• Minimum 10 years of professional experience in trenchless engineering and design, with proficiency in Horizontal Directional Drilling, microtunneling, and Direct Pipe®.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification (preferred).
• Experience in AutoCAD Civil 3D and other design software.
• Strong written and computer skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability to handle multiple assignments, managing time and prioritizing tasks independently.
• Self‑motivated and capable of working autonomously while maintaining frequent communication with the team located in other offices across the country.
• Travel requirement; extensive travel may be required at times.
• Pre‑employment drug test required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Additional experience in remote work environment (preferred).
• Experience with geotechnical data management software (Bentley suite, gINT/OpenGround/LeapFrog).
• Experience with slope stability, settlement, seepage and foundation response software (GeoStudio/Ensoft).
• Commitment to employee‑owned culture and value participation in HDR’s employee‑owned culture.

Benefits

HDR offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, paid time off, parental leave, retirement savings with employer match, employee referral bonus, tuition reimbursement, and employee assistance program.

Location

United States‑Georgia‑Atlanta (Primary location). Other locations available upon request.

Compensation

Target salary range: $125,000 – $150,000 (based on experience, education and geographical location).

Employment Type

Full‑time, Permanent.

EEO Statement

HDR is an equal‑opportunity, affirmative action employer. HDR welcomes applicants of all races, national origin, color, creed, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, military status, age, protected status, and disability status. HDR is an affirmative action Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The company employs a diverse workforce and promotes an inclusive environment.