About Us
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. That's why we believe diversity is our greatest strength. HDR is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.
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We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That coloring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. And that small details yield important realizations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward.
Primary Responsibilities
HDR is actively seeking a creative, highly talented, and motivated Senior Freight Rail/Civil Engineer for immediate employment in the Southern California Region. The appropriately qualified applicant will be able to demonstrate an established career in the freight railroad/transportation industry including demonstrated experience through all levels of design and project management services. Direct experience in the freight rail industry along with experience on Public Improvement Projects and in construction management/resident engineering-level services is a strong plus. The Civil Engineer's primary role will include all aspects of client and design team management from feasibility and concept development through final design and into construction procurement/management services. The candidate would ideally have extensive knowledge of and prior working experience with railroad/transit clients in the planning, development, and hands-on delivery of multi-disciplinary large-scale projects involving vertical/horizontal rail alignment design, special track work, grading, culvert modifications, bridges, grade crossing design and public agency coordination, grade separations, and other general engineering design elements.
This person will be viewed as a key individual to serve as a high-level point of contact between the client and HDR. Also, this individual will be a key player in the continued growth of HDR's Freight Rail Market Sector (including design, project managements, and construction management services); wherein, travel to specific SoCal areas for client and stakeholder visits, site visits, or field assessments may be required to support project design coordination and/or Construction Management and Resident Engineering level services.
The ideal candidate should be comfortable being viewed as a technical expert, alongside demonstrated civil engineering design experience, with recognized authority that resolves problems of great scope and complexity whilst planning and developing projects which have significant impact on major company programs. You must also be able to plan, organize, and supervise work of medium- to large- numbers of professional staff and technicians both in the office and in the field. More specific duties include coordinating the planning and assembly of plans, specifications, project scheduling, proposal writing, exhibit development, client resolution, design/drafting, cost estimate/feasibility analysis packages, quality control of project deliveries, and overall project/construction management related services.
In the role of Senior Freight Rail/Civil Engineer, we'll count on you to:
Keywords: Senior Freight Rail/Civil Engineer, Microstation, InRoads, AutoCAD Civil3D, railroad, industrial, transit, Bentley OpenRail, OpenRoads, SWPPP QSP
Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Why HDR
At HDR, we know work isn't only about who you work for it's also about what you do and how you do it. Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other's contributions, and collaborate together to make great things possible. When you join HDR, we give you license to do the same. We help you take charge of your career, giving you multiple growth opportunities along the way.
HDR is an employee-owned company with more than 100-years of making great things possible, together with our clients. Our pride is in our people - smart, hardworking team members who take their employee ownership seriously and will have your back at every turn. Their expertise will inspire you to be your best and develop new and better solutions. We invite you to build your transportation career at HDR. Our global team is looking for a success-oriented engineer that will be a key player in HDR's freight rail program. The freight rail network is a vital link in our national and global supply chain markets. Your work at HDR results in critical infrastructure for the sustainable movement of goods and people. Whether it is a traditional railroad structure across a major river, or an engineering marvel that redefines freight mobility at historic bottlenecks, you will have created something that matters. If that sounds good to you, please apply!
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 $122,000- $182,000 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.