Trenchless EIT​/Specialist

Trenchless EIT/ Specialist

HDR is expanding its national Trenchless Services team. The Trenchless EIT/ Specialist will report to the Trenchless Services Engineering Lead and support the execution of design and field services for trenchless projects, including engineering, design, and construction applications.

• Perform desktop route selection and evaluate feasibility for the design and construction of trenchless crossings.
• Carry out site reconnaissance visits.
• Develop a subsurface investigation program to determine construction feasibility for various trenchless installation methods.
• Evaluate surface and subsurface conditions based on collected data to determine feasibility and preferred construction technique.
• Interface with discipline leads and production staff (e.g., geotechnical, CAD) 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, micro‑tunneling, tunneling, Direct Pipe®, etc.) and participate in the definition and selection of preferred methods.
• 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/specification documents, bid packages, drawings, design reports, and engineering assessments.
• Build knowledge and use of available software models for trenchless pipeline design.
• Interface with project team members outside the Trenchless Team and other company functions during multidisciplinary projects.
• Develop permit application documents and drawings.
• Understand and apply applicable industry standards and governing codes relevant to the market sectors (Oil & Gas, Water/Wastewater, Power, etc.) ensuring compliance in all documents, calculations, and reports.
• Prepare field engineering and as-built documents.
• Contribute to the definition/updating of department standards and procedures and provide lessons learned from projects.
• Perform construction oversight/observation in the field, monitor daily construction activities, identify problematic conditions, and provide recommendations.
• Travel frequently; duration depends on project needs and may be extensive.
• Subject to a pre‑employment drug test.

• Engineering in Training (EIT) certification or ability to obtain; C EIT designation and desire to pursue PE credentials. Candidates hired without EIT certification will be titled Specialist.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, geology, or a related discipline.
• Minimum two years of professional experience, preferably in consulting/engineering with Horizontal Directional Drilling, micro‑tunneling, and/or Direct Pipe®.
• Experience in design and knowledge of trenchless construction methods.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Team oriented with a strong desire to be accountable and reliable.
• Strong writing and computer skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Experience in AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Ability to handle multiple assignments, manage time, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines independently.
• Self‑motivated, able to work autonomously while maintaining frequent communication with the distributed team.
• Accountability for time and work ethic.
• Experience working on projects in remote environments.

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Commitment to an employee‑owned culture.

United States-Georgia-Atlanta

Multiple regions across the United States (details omitted for brevity).

• Schedule: Full‑time
• Employee Status: Regular
• Business Class: Industrial Services
• Targeted Salary Range: $75,000 – $85,000
• Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, short‑ and long‑term disability, life insurance, employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus, tuition reimbursement.

At HDR, we are 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 and conviction records.