Freight Rail Geotechnical EIT​/Coordinator

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?

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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.

We'll count on you to:

• Conduct analyses to develop design options or recommendations, and assist in the preparation of cost estimates and specifications
• Perform routine engineering assignments requiring application of standard techniques and procedures
• Conduct slope stability, settlement and seepage analysis and conduct geotechnical engineering studies on routine and moderately sized projects
• Complete projects with clear, specified objectives and limited variables
• Work independently on small projects, or assist more‑senior engineers on larger projects
• Give direction to clerical and technical personnel as needed
• Perform other duties as needed

• Master's degree
• Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate.
• Candidates hired without their EIT will have the title of "Coordinator" and will be expected to obtain their EIT for career progression.
• Previous experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering
• Experience with MS Office and software applications
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must

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.

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.

United States‑Tennessee‑Nashville

United States‑Kentucky‑Lexington

Freight Rail

Full‑time

Regular

Railway Design

Feb 6, 2026

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.