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74 Hdr Transportation Design Engineer Jobs Hiring Near You

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 Engineer, Planning and Design we'll ...

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 Engineer, Planning and Design we'll ...

Transportation EIT/Designer

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$75K - $92K/yr

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us ... project engineers on the detailed design of urban and rural transportation project • Take ...

Transportation EIT/Designer

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$75K - $92K/yr

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us ... Work on a team with other project engineers on the detailed design of urban and rural ...

Transportation Hydraulics Engineer

Columbus, OH · On-site

$78K - $102K/yr

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us ... Will be involved with and lead teams in highway drainage design and plan production for ODOT and ...

Transportation Hydraulics Engineer

Columbus, OH · On-site

$78K - $102K/yr

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us ... Will be involved with and lead teams in highway drainage design and plan production for ODOT and ...

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us ... Lead multi-disciplined transportation design teams as a Project Manager or Project Engineer for ...

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us ... Lead multi-disciplined transportation design teams as a Project Manager or Project Engineer for ...

Senior Electrical Engineer

Columbus, OH · On-site

$103K - $135K/yr

As part of HDR's Building Engineering Services Group, you'll help design the critical infrastructure that supports the digital age and shapes the spaces where people work, connect, and thrive. From ...

Senior Electrical Engineer

Columbus, OH · On-site

$103K - $135K/yr

As part of HDR's Building Engineering Services Group, you'll help design the critical infrastructure that supports the digital age and shapes the spaces where people work, connect, and thrive. From ...

Senior Electrical Engineer

Columbus, OH · On-site

$103K - $135K/yr

As part of HDR's Building Engineering Services Group, you'll help design the critical infrastructure that supports the digital age and shapes the spaces where people work, connect, and thrive. From ...

Within HDR, AD consists of collaborative delivery models such as Design-Build (DB) / Engineer-Procure-Construct (EPC), Progressive Design-Build (PDB), Construction Manager-General Contractor (CMGC ...

Data Center Project Manager

Columbus, OH · On-site

$116K/yr

HDR is looking for a Data Center Project Manager to join our Building Engineering Services team in ... The Data Center Project Manager will be responsible for leading design teams and projects from ...

Data Center Project Manager

Columbus, OH · On-site

$116K/yr

HDR is looking for a Data Center Project Manager to join our Building Engineering Services team in ... The Data Center Project Manager will be responsible for leading design teams and projects from ...

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us ... Other design / engineering tasks as assigned Preferred Qualifications: * Strong organizational and ...

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us ... Other design / engineering tasks as assigned Preferred Qualifications: * Strong organizational and ...

Water Resources - Team Lead

Columbus, OH · On-site

$76K - $104K/yr

At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While ... Define investigations and design activities for dams, levees, and hydraulic structures.

Water Resources - Team Lead

Columbus, OH · On-site

$76K - $104K/yr

At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While ... Define investigations and design activities for dams, levees, and hydraulic structures.

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Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
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Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
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  • 22% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
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Do HDR managers change schedules at the last minute?

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Do jobs at HDR spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

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How easy is it to take sick days at HDR?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
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Do people get enough training when they start at HDR?

Most people got enough training when they started.
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Most people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 89% of people report being given support to advance their career here.
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Do people think HDR’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters understands what’s happening where they work.
60% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
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Most people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
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Transportation Engineer

HDR

Calgary, AB • On-site

Full-time

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HDR rating

9.1

Company rating: 9.1 out of 10

Based on 57 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

40th of 446 rated engineering


Job description

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?
Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story' 
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 Engineer, Planning and Design we'll count on you to: 
 
  • Contribute to high-profile transit and multimodal transportation projects across Western Canada and nationally
  • Work as part of the Transportation Planning and Design team under the direction of the Project Managers on a variety of transportation projects, including but not limited to Preliminary Design for Road and Transit projects, conceptual design, Transportation Master Plan studies, Transit Plans and Business Cases, Active Transportation Studies, Freight and Passenger Rail Planning Studies, and Complete Street Planning and Design.
  • Act as a transportation engineer as needed, including preparing road alignments, cross-sections, active transportation design, grading models, drainage designs, quantity estimates, cost estimates, project documentation, and specifications
  • Oversee the work of CAD Designers and EITs
  • Coordinate with HDR's multidisciplinary team including structural, traffic, pavement, environmental, stormwater management, electrical, etc.
  • Undertake technical analysis to support a wide variety of transportation studies.  Experience with design software, travel demand modelling software, and traffic analysis software considered a plus.
  • Prepare work plans and schedules in coordination with project managers and other disciplines
  • Work individually as well as within a team structure, effectively communication and corresponding with the team and clients.
  • Assist in pursuit of opportunities and preparation of proposals (content generation, schedule, and fee estimates)
  • Perform other duties as needed including mapping, data analytics, engagement, and drafting, using tools such as GIS Pro, PowerBI/Tableau, and AutoCAD or Autoturn are considered preferred assets.
  • Be motivated to grow with the team, take on increasing responsibility, and contribute to the long-term success of our Western Canada practice.
Preferred Qualifications 
 
  • A minimum of 5 years experience in Transportation Planning, Engineering, Highway and/or municipal roadway and transit design
  • Strong conceptual, problem solving, and collaboration skills
  • Ability to multitask while working on many projects at once
  • Experience with urban and rural highway interchanges, intersection design, traffic management, transportation planning, site planning, preparation of concept alignments, geometrical layout and CAD base alignment plans
  • Skills and experience in transportation planning and traffic engineering would be beneficial (e.g.  GIS Pro, Synchro/SimTraffic, Aimsun, Vissim, Emme)
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Previous experience in all aspects of roadway engineering design
  • Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.
  • Hands-on experience with Highways and Roads CAD engineering software such as Bentley ConceptStation and Open Roads Designer and/or Autodesk Infraworks and Civil3d
  • MS Office knowledge
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills
  • Experience should include urban and rural highway interchanges, intersection design, traffic management, transportation planning, site planning, preparation of concept alignments, geometrical layout and CAD base alignment plans
  • 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.


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About HDR

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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.

Industry

Specialized design services

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Omaha, NE, US

Year founded

1917