Civil Engineer

About Us

At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists. That's why we believe diversity is our greatest strength. HDR is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.

The clients we serve expect us to leverage this diversity to bring technical expertise to develop solutions that address their needs; be it vertical construction, earthwork, transportation, flood control, or other critical projects.  HDR’s worldwide team of 11,000+ employee-owners constantly strives to develop this strength to best serve the needs of our communities.

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We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That coloring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. And that small details yield important realizations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward.

At HDR, you will have the opportunity to work with a wide range of Engineers to help further develop your technical and management skills.  HDR has several technical and management development programs leading to a wide array of career opportunities.  Our Career Skills and SPARK programs will help you develop your project management and professional skills while our TALON program will team you up with a National Technical Leader to hone your technical capabilities.

We offer a tight-knit work environment, fostering a sense of community within our project and technical teams.  As employee-owners, we have a vested interest in our business and perform with pride and ownership.  This empowers a workplace of honesty, camaraderie, teamwork, commitment, interdependence, and openness.

HDR’s Northern California Civil Design Section is looking for a mid-level, Licensed Civil Engineer to support and lead exciting new work. The Civil Engineer in this role will receive hands-on support and professional development from experienced Senior Engineers by working on various engineering projects. 

Projects will range from earthen embankment levees and dams to wetland restoration and water conveyance.  The Civil Engineer will be expected to develop plans, specifications, reports, cost estimates, and supporting calculations in development of quantities and bid schedules. Job duties and requirements include the following:

Primary Responsibilities

In the role of Civil Engineer, we'll count on you to:

• Lead or assist with preparation of construction documents.
• Work with junior, mid-level, and senior engineers of various disciplines to complete engineering assignments.
• Develop unique solutions to solve problems encountered during design.
• Develop and work within budget and schedule.
• Prepare plan drawings, technical specifications, design documentation reports, bid quantities, and construction cost estimates.
• Modify plan drawings and coordinate with AutoCAD Drafters and Civil3D Designers. May be required to prepare designs in AutoCAD and/or Civil3D.
• Mentor junior staff.
• Perform site visits to confirm field conditions.
• Perform engineering assignments that require critical thinking and creativity to address unique elements that have limited or no specific code-based guidance.
• Perform other duties as needed.

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