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HDR Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. 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.
In the role of Freight Rail/Civil Engineer, we'll count on you to:
Coordinate with clients/owners, project team, other consultants, and others involved with the project Support Rail Project Managers and Engineers to develop track and civil design plans and specifications Develop design criteria, project guides, project meeting notes, and project controls Complete track design engineering and inroads modeling alongside construction cost estimating Works closely with the project’s associated design task leads Serve as a cross-disciplinary resource to best serve the needs of HDR Assist with other duties assigned by Project Engineers and/or Project Managers Serve in a technical role on railroad or civil engineering/design projects to support HDR’s Freight Rail Market Sector and other market sectors as needed Work across team-driven environments, across regions, and with a variety of clients that include rail, industrial, terminal, utility, agency, DOT, port, transit, and other industry client Be involved in project activities ranging from feasibility analysis to final design, and through to construction phase activities (including procurement, bid support, and construction submittals) Support Rail Project Managers by participating in client and stakeholder visits, site visits, field assessments, and construction inspections as needed Review or check design plans, calculations, estimates, and specifications produced by other staff Perform work independently on small projects and/or assist senior engineering on large-scale projects Perform work assignments in accordance with established schedules and within prescribed budget. Perform other duties as needed
This position is subject to a pre-employment drug test and drug and alcohol testing during the course of your employment based upon HDR's Drug Testing and Drug Free Workplace Policy.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with railroad, industrial, or transit clients California Professional Engineer (PE) license Experience within the railroad engineering industry and familiarity with railroad design guidelines, specifications, and design criteria Previously demonstrated design project experience with freight railroads and/or commuter railroads Hands-on experience with Bentley OpenRail and OpenRoads drafting and design Ability to travel periodically for client visits, site visits, field assessments, and construction inspections Experience in Construction Administrations and construction technology (a plus) California SWPPP QSP Certificate (QSD a plus)
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree 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 Microstation, OpenRail Designer, AutoCAD and Civil3D Must be able to work both independently and in a team setting MS Office software experience Excellent oral and written communication and project management skills 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.
We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time off, parental leave, paid holidays, 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonuses and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position is $98,000- $142,000 annually depending upon skills, experience, education, and geographical location. Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles are eligible for limited benefits.
Primary Location:
United States-California-Irvine
Other Locations:
United States-California-Riverside
Industry:
Freight Rail
Schedule:
Full-time
Employee Status:
Regular
BusinessClass:
Railway Design
Job Posting:
Aug 28, 2025 At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.hdrinc.com/equal-employment-opportunity-employer). We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.
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Freight Rail/Civil Engineer
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HDR 15 hours ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
Freight Rail/Civil Engineer
role at
HDR Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. 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.
In the role of Freight Rail/Civil Engineer, we'll count on you to:
Coordinate with clients/owners, project team, other consultants, and others involved with the project Support Rail Project Managers and Engineers to develop track and civil design plans and specifications Develop design criteria, project guides, project meeting notes, and project controls Complete track design engineering and inroads modeling alongside construction cost estimating Works closely with the project’s associated design task leads Serve as a cross-disciplinary resource to best serve the needs of HDR Assist with other duties assigned by Project Engineers and/or Project Managers Serve in a technical role on railroad or civil engineering/design projects to support HDR’s Freight Rail Market Sector and other market sectors as needed Work across team-driven environments, across regions, and with a variety of clients that include rail, industrial, terminal, utility, agency, DOT, port, transit, and other industry client Be involved in project activities ranging from feasibility analysis to final design, and through to construction phase activities (including procurement, bid support, and construction submittals) Support Rail Project Managers by participating in client and stakeholder visits, site visits, field assessments, and construction inspections as needed Review or check design plans, calculations, estimates, and specifications produced by other staff Perform work independently on small projects and/or assist senior engineering on large-scale projects Perform work assignments in accordance with established schedules and within prescribed budget. Perform other duties as needed
This position is subject to a pre-employment drug test and drug and alcohol testing during the course of your employment based upon HDR's Drug Testing and Drug Free Workplace Policy.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with railroad, industrial, or transit clients California Professional Engineer (PE) license Experience within the railroad engineering industry and familiarity with railroad design guidelines, specifications, and design criteria Previously demonstrated design project experience with freight railroads and/or commuter railroads Hands-on experience with Bentley OpenRail and OpenRoads drafting and design Ability to travel periodically for client visits, site visits, field assessments, and construction inspections Experience in Construction Administrations and construction technology (a plus) California SWPPP QSP Certificate (QSD a plus)
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree 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 Microstation, OpenRail Designer, AutoCAD and Civil3D Must be able to work both independently and in a team setting MS Office software experience Excellent oral and written communication and project management skills 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.
We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time off, parental leave, paid holidays, 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonuses and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position is $98,000- $142,000 annually depending upon skills, experience, education, and geographical location. Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles are eligible for limited benefits.
Primary Location:
United States-California-Irvine
Other Locations:
United States-California-Riverside
Industry:
Freight Rail
Schedule:
Full-time
Employee Status:
Regular
BusinessClass:
Railway Design
Job Posting:
Aug 28, 2025 At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.hdrinc.com/equal-employment-opportunity-employer). We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.
Seniority level
Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
Job function Management, Consulting, and Engineering Industries Civil Engineering, Truck Transportation, and Environmental Services Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at HDR by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for “Civil Engineer” roles.
Irvine, CA $68,640.00-$90,877.00 19 hours ago Irvine, CA $68,640.00-$90,877.00 19 hours ago Irvine, CA $115,400.00-$180,250.00 1 week ago Irvine, CA $132,000.00-$145,000.00 2 weeks ago Long Beach, CA $83,000.00-$100,000.00 1 week ago Irvine, CA $63,000.00-$80,000.00 2 months ago Disneyland Civil Facilities and Utilities Intern, Spring 2026
Irvine, CA $70,000.00-$80,000.00 4 days ago Irvine, CA $70,000.00-$95,000.00 4 weeks ago Newport Beach, CA $85,000.00-$120,000.00 5 months ago Irvine, CA $77,000.00-$99,000.00 2 days ago San Juan Capistrano, CA $65,000.00-$80,000.00 2 days ago Irvine, CA $76,000.00-$85,000.00 1 month ago Irvine, CA $80,000.00-$110,000.00 14 hours ago Mission Viejo, CA $50.00-$83.69 3 weeks ago Santa Ana, CA $95,000.00-$130,000.00 2 weeks ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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