Trenchless Designer

About Us

We specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental, and construction services at HDR. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and innovative infrastructure, we provide much more than that. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams 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

• Perform desk top route selection, and evaluate feasibility for design and construction of trenchless crossings
• Evaluate surface and subsurface conditions based on collected data to determine the feasibility of trenchless construction and preferred technique
• Carry out site reconnaissance visits
• Communicate regularly with clients regarding project status and technical discussions related to trenchless construction applications
• Assess the application of trenchless technologies (Horizontal Directional Drilling, micro tunneling, tunneling, Direct Pipe, etc.) and participate in the definition and selection of preferred method(s)
• Perform calculations to determine carrier pipe and coating specifications
• Define workspace requirements for applicable construction equipment at trenchless crossing locations
• Prepare and/or review project documentation including project design/construction specifications, bid packages, drawings, design reports, engineering assessments, and data sets
• Interface with the project team and other Company functions throughout project execution
• Develop permit application documents and drawings
• Ensure that documents, calculations, and reports are in compliance with the governing project legislation and standardization
• Prepare field engineering and as-built documents
• Perform construction oversight, monitoring and reporting on daily construction activities, identifying problematic conditions, and providing recommendations

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Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, geotechnical engineering, or a related discipline
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Minimum 2 years experience
• Previous experience working within an engineering team in trenchless technology design activities
• Strong writing and computer skills, including proven experience in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Knowledge of trenchless construction methods
• Travel is required

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Prior experience with Horizontal Directional Drilling, micro tunneling, and/or DirectPipe
• Project Management experience
• EIT certification and desire for pursuing PE credentials
• Experience in Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and/or Ohio with trenchless projects
• Preference will be given to local candidates

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.