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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, empowering authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. We foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, continually asking ourselves: What is our impact on 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.
Primary Responsibilities The Civil Engineer will work as a member of the civil engineering design team on projects serving clients in the New England area. The role requires contributing to the design of civil engineering projects while prioritizing safety, health, and welfare of the public. Responsibilities include preparing plans, detail drawings, and quantity estimations for projects of varying sizes and complexities, covering highway and local roadway design, green infrastructure, stormwater management, drainage & grading, and multi‑modal transportation designs for clients such as MassDOT, MBTA, NHDOT, RIDOT, and the City of Boston.
Preferred Qualifications
4+ years of experience in Civil Engineering with emphasis on roadway and utility design, grading, site layout, stormwater management, complete streets practices, green infrastructure, and construction management.
Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field.
Professional Engineer certification.
Strong problem‑solving and communication skills.
Attention to detail and exemplary work ethic.
Commitment to active participation in our employee‑owned culture.
Preferred experience with MassDOT, MBTA, and Massachusetts municipalities; recommended experience with other New England state DOTs.
Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D; optional experience with MicroStation OpenRoads.
Prior role in the AE industry preferred.
Local candidates given preference.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree.
Previous experience in all aspects of roadway engineering design.
Professional engineering license recognized by the local licensing board.
Hands‑on experience with Highway and Road CAD software such as Bentley ConceptStation, OpenRoads Designer, Autodesk Infraworks, and Civil 3D.
MS Office proficiency.
Excellent communication and organizational skills.
Experience with urban and rural highway interchanges, intersection design, traffic management, transportation planning, site planning, concept alignments, geometric layout, and CAD base alignment plans.
Commitment to active participation in our employee‑owned culture.
HDR is a company that builds on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day, shaping a collaborative culture that encourages trust and connection with clients and communities.
As employee‑owners, we all contribute to an inclusive environment where everyone is welcomed, valued, respected, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work every day.
We provide a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, short and long‑term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time off, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus, and tuition reimbursement. Compensation ranges by location: Boston, MA $89,880 – $128,400; Providence, RI $81,291 – $116,130; Bedford, NH $81,291 – $116,130; Rocky Hill, CT $85,162 – $121,660.
Primary Location United States – Massachusetts – Boston
Other Locations United States – New Hampshire – Bedford, United States – Connecticut – Rocky Hill, United States – Rhode Island – Providence
Industry Highway + Road
Schedule Full‑time
Employee Status Regular
Business Class Highways
Job Posting Date December 10, 2025
By 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, arrests, and conviction records.
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Civil Engineer
at
HDR .
At HDR, our employee‑owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, empowering authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. We foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, continually asking ourselves: What is our impact on 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.
Primary Responsibilities The Civil Engineer will work as a member of the civil engineering design team on projects serving clients in the New England area. The role requires contributing to the design of civil engineering projects while prioritizing safety, health, and welfare of the public. Responsibilities include preparing plans, detail drawings, and quantity estimations for projects of varying sizes and complexities, covering highway and local roadway design, green infrastructure, stormwater management, drainage & grading, and multi‑modal transportation designs for clients such as MassDOT, MBTA, NHDOT, RIDOT, and the City of Boston.
Preferred Qualifications
4+ years of experience in Civil Engineering with emphasis on roadway and utility design, grading, site layout, stormwater management, complete streets practices, green infrastructure, and construction management.
Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field.
Professional Engineer certification.
Strong problem‑solving and communication skills.
Attention to detail and exemplary work ethic.
Commitment to active participation in our employee‑owned culture.
Preferred experience with MassDOT, MBTA, and Massachusetts municipalities; recommended experience with other New England state DOTs.
Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D; optional experience with MicroStation OpenRoads.
Prior role in the AE industry preferred.
Local candidates given preference.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree.
Previous experience in all aspects of roadway engineering design.
Professional engineering license recognized by the local licensing board.
Hands‑on experience with Highway and Road CAD software such as Bentley ConceptStation, OpenRoads Designer, Autodesk Infraworks, and Civil 3D.
MS Office proficiency.
Excellent communication and organizational skills.
Experience with urban and rural highway interchanges, intersection design, traffic management, transportation planning, site planning, concept alignments, geometric layout, and CAD base alignment plans.
Commitment to active participation in our employee‑owned culture.
HDR is a company that builds on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day, shaping a collaborative culture that encourages trust and connection with clients and communities.
As employee‑owners, we all contribute to an inclusive environment where everyone is welcomed, valued, respected, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work every day.
We provide a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, short and long‑term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time off, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus, and tuition reimbursement. Compensation ranges by location: Boston, MA $89,880 – $128,400; Providence, RI $81,291 – $116,130; Bedford, NH $81,291 – $116,130; Rocky Hill, CT $85,162 – $121,660.
Primary Location United States – Massachusetts – Boston
Other Locations United States – New Hampshire – Bedford, United States – Connecticut – Rocky Hill, United States – Rhode Island – Providence
Industry Highway + Road
Schedule Full‑time
Employee Status Regular
Business Class Highways
Job Posting Date December 10, 2025
By 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, arrests, and conviction records.
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