Trenchless Engineer

HDR; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

A national engineering firm is seeking a Trenchless Engineer in Kansas City to manage trenchless projects and provide engineering services. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience and a strong background in trenchless construction methods. Responsibilities include overseeing project execution, conducting feasibility studies, and managing client relationships. This position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of professional experience in trenchless engineering.
• Experience with Horizontal Directional Drilling and Direct Pipe® is preferred.
• Strong writing skills and experience with software applications are required.

Responsibilities

• Support design and field services for trenchless applications.
• Manage trenchless project tasks and client communications.
• Conduct feasibility assessments for trenchless installations.

Skills

Project Management

Trenchless construction methods

Hydraulic fracture analysis

Communication skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Team-oriented mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Professional engineering license (PE or P.Eng)

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

MicroStation

GeoStudio software

Job description

Trenchless Engineer

HDR is looking for a Trenchless Engineer to join our national Trenchless Services team. This role provides significant opportunity for professional growth and development.

Responsibilities

• Support the execution of design and field services associated with trenchless services: engineering, design and construction applications.
• Utilize experience and expertise to support engineering and design practices, including hydraulic fracture and inadvertent returns analyses, front‑end information collection initiatives, geotechnical investigation programs, survey coordination for incorporation into critical engineering and design decisions and constructability evaluations.
• Evaluate feasibility of trenchless design and construction, and make recommendations for mitigation as needed throughout the lifecycle of trenchless projects (planning through construction).
• Manage the execution of the full Trenchless suite of services for all‑inclusive projects or as a component of a larger project that includes trenchless installations.
• Review, stamp, and seal trenchless project‑related deliverables as a licensed Professional Engineer.
• Interface with clients and take on a project management role on trenchless projects as assigned.
• Travel as needed to support field‑based assignments, including site reconnaissance and oversight of trenchless pipeline installations.
• Monitor and report on daily activities in the field and present field data in a timely manner with a high level of quality.
• Communicate regularly with all members of the Trenchless Services Team and other project team members throughout multidisciplinary project execution.
• Perform desk‑top route selection and evaluate feasibility for design and construction of trenchless crossings.
• Carry out site reconnaissance visits.
• Develop a subsurface investigation program for determining feasibility of construction for various trenchless installation methods.
• Evaluate surface and subsurface conditions based on collected data to determine feasibility of trenchless construction and preferred construction technique.
• Interface with team 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 the application of trenchless technologies (Horizontal Directional Drilling, microtunneling, tunneling, Direct Pipe®, etc.).
• Perform calculations to determine carrier pipe and coating specifications.
• Define workspace requirements for applicable construction equipment at trenchless crossing locations.
• Prepare and/or review project documentation including design/construction specifications, bid packages, drawings, design reports, engineering assessments, and data sets.
• Build knowledge and use available software models for trenchless pipeline design.
• Develop permit application documents and drawings.
• Be aware of applicable industry standards and governing codes for relevant market sectors.
• Ensure documents, calculations, reports are developed in compliance with governing legislation and standards.
• Prepare field engineering and as‑built documents.
• Concur in the definition/updating of department standards and procedures and provide lessons learned from projects.
• Focus on successful project execution, applying HDR’s PMO processes aligned with client project delivery goals.
• Establish and execute workflow delivery for all projects including Trenchless engineering, design, subcontracted services, and construction applications.
• Procure, manage, and coordinate subcontractors providing various services to trenchless projects.
• Perform construction oversight and/or observation in the field, monitoring and reporting on daily construction activities, identifying problematic conditions and providing recommendations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of professional experience, including consulting/engineering experience, preferably with Horizontal Directional Drilling, microtunneling, and/or Direct Pipe®.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification.
• Experience in AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Experience in remote work environment.
• Experience in design and knowledge in trenchless construction methods.
• Team‑oriented with a strong desire to be accountable and reliable for contributions.
• Strong writing and computer skills, including proven experience in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to handle multiple assignments, managing time and prioritizing tasks independently to meet deadlines.
• Self‑motivated, able to work autonomously while maintaining frequent communication with the team across country.
• Accountability for time and work ethic.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Travel required; frequency and duration will be dependent on project needs and may be extensive at times.
• Position subject to a pre‑employment drug test.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position (PE or P.Eng).
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications, GeoStudio/Ensoft slope stability, settlement, seepage, and deep foundation response software, Bentley suite of geotechnical data management and visualization software (gINT/OpenGround/LeapFrog).
• Previous experience with MicroStation or other appropriate software.
• Commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture.

Primary Location

United States – Georgia – Atlanta

Other Locations

United States – Texas – Round Rock, United States – North Carolina – Charlotte, United States – Pennsylvania – Bethlehem, United States – Oregon – Salem, United States – Maryland – Baltimore, United States – Montana – Missoula, United States – Texas – Houston, United States – California – Irvine, United States – Wisconsin – Madison, United States – New York – Buffalo, United States – Washington – Tacoma, United States – Nevada – Reno, United States – Colorado – Fort Collins, United States – California – Folsom, United States – Oregon – Portland, United States – Montana – Bozeman, United States – Colorado – Durango, United States – Washington – Seattle, United States – Nevada – Las Vegas, United States – Montana – Billings, United States – Texas – Dallas, United States – Montana – Helena, United States – Washington – Spokane, United States – Virginia – Arlington, United States – Washington – Pascio, United States – Texas – Austin, United States – California – Claremont, United States – Massachusetts – Boston, United States – Colorado – Denver, United States – Oregon – Bend, United States – Missouri – St Louis, United States – Arizona – Tucson, United States – Arkansas – Little Rock, United States – Pennsylvania – Mechanicsburg, United States – Washington – Olympia, United States – Washington – Vancouver, United States – Colorado – Colorado Springs, United States – Wisconsin – Milwaukee, United States – Hawaii – Honolulu, United States – Maryland – Fulton, United States – Arizona – Phoenix, United States – Kentucky – Louisville, United States – South Carolina – Greenville, United States – Illinois – Rosemont, United States – California – Walnut Creek, United States – Tennessee – Memphis, United States – Montana – Kalispell, United States – Virginia – Richmond, United States – Washington – Gig Harbor, United States – Rhode Island – Providence, United States – Ohio – Cleveland, United States – Florida – Tampa, United States – Florida – West Palm Beach, United States – Ohio – Columbus, United States – Tennessee – Chattanooga, United States – Kentucky – Lexington, United States – Kansas – Olathe, United States – Georgia – Pooler, United States – Washington – Bellevue, United States – Missouri – Kansas City, United States – North Carolina – Wilmington, United States – Tennessee – Nashville, United States – California – San Jose, United States – New Jersey – Newark, United States – Florida – Pensacola, United States – New Mexico – Albuquerque, United States – New York – White Plains, United States – Minnesota – St. Paul, United States – California – San Francisco, United States – South Carolina – Charleston, United States – Virginia – Roanoke, United States – South Carolina – Columbia, United States – Virginia – Vienna, United States – Florida – Orlando, United States – Minnesota – Minneapolis, United States – Pennsylvania – Pittsburgh, United States – New York – Syracuse, United States – California – San Diego, United States – Virginia – Norfolk, United States – Pennsylvania – Philadelphia, United States – Virginia – Glen Allen, United States – California – Riverside, United States – Nebraska – Lincoln, United States – Montana – Butte, United States – Florida – Miami, United States – Nebraska – Omaha, United States – New Jersey – Pennington, United States – California – Sacramento, United States – Connecticut – Rocky Hill, United States – New York – New York, United States – Michigan – Ann Arbor, United States – North Carolina – Winston Salem, United States – Virginia – Alexandria, United States – Michigan – Detroit, United States – North Dakota – Bismarck, United States – Maine – Portland, United States – California – Oakland, United States – North Dakota – Fargo, United States – New Jersey – Woodcliff Lake, United States – Florida – Jacksonville, United States – Illinois – Chicago, United States – California – Los Angeles, United States – Idaho – Boise, United States – North Carolina – Raleigh, United States – Texas – San Antonio, United States – West Virginia – Charleston, United States – Connecticut – Hartford

Benefits

HDR provides a comprehensive benefits package promoting employee ownership, health, performance, and success. Benefits include 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.

Compensation range depends on skills, experience, education, and geographical location. Targeted salary range: $125,000 - $150,000.

EEO Statement

HDR is 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, or conviction records.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Management, Consulting, and Engineering

Industry

Industrial Services

Schedule

Full‑time

Employee Status

Regular