Site Civil Engineer

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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 work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves:
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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.

• Department of defense projects for various agencies (USACE, Air Force, Space Force, Navy).
• Technology projects in the field of manufacturing along with data centers.
• Solid waste and wastewater facility improvements.
• Solar, battery storage and substation projects.

• 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. Will be required to prepare designs 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.

• BS degree in Civil Engineering.
• 5 years’ minimum experience in land development site/civil or related projects.
• Good leadership and organizational skills.
• Ability to handle multiple assignments simultaneously.
• Must be willing to travel throughout the United States on an as-needed basis.

• Bachelor's degree.
• Previous experience in general civil engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Demonstrated leadership and communication skills.
• Proficient with CAD civil engineering software such as Bentley Open Roads Designer and/or Autodesk Civil 3D; specialty civil platforms (e.g., Openflows) as required.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must.

HDR is an employee‑owned company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. We encourage organizational trust, collaboration, and a sense of belonging across all our Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino, LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals).

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, health, performance, and success, including medical, dental, vision, short and long‑term disability, life insurance, employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus, and tuition reimbursement for full‑time regular positions.

The expected compensation range for this position is $82,390 - $133,750 annually, depending upon skills, experience, education and geographical location.

Primary location:
United States - California - Folsom

Other locations:
United States - California - Walnut Creek, United States - California - Sacramento

Industry: Building Engineering

Schedule:

Full‑time

Employee Status:
Regular

Business Class:
Building Site Civil

Job Posting Date:
Nov 17, 2025

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 and conviction records.