Civil Designer / EIT
HDR
This job at a glance
- Who can apply
- New grads, no experience needed · Bachelor's degree
- Must know
- Project managementAutoCADCivil 3D
- Work
- On-site in Boston
- Pay
- Not stated by the employer.
- Skill demand
- AutoCAD71%Civil 3D56%Project management40%of 100 similar entry-level jobs posted in the US this week
- Listed
- Nov 6, 2026 · still open
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About the Role
As part of HDR’s Building Engineering Services Group, you’ll help design critical infrastructure that supports the digital age and shapes the spaces where people work, connect, and thrive. From high-performance data centers driving the future of AI to dynamic commercial environments, your work will directly support technological advancement, sustainability, and human experience. We bring together mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil engineering experts to solve complex design challenges with precision, creativity, and collaboration.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist the Senior Engineer with site studies, site designs, contract documentation preparation, and graphic presentation.
- Perform overall site layout, grading, utility layout, and drainage.
- Perform routine engineering assignments requiring application of standard techniques and procedures.
- Complete projects with clear, specified objectives and limited variables.
- Perform administrative duties associated with project management for civil/site projects.
- Work independently on small projects, or assist more-senior engineers on larger projects.
- Perform other duties as needed.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related engineering field.
- Proficient with MicroStation and/or AutoCAD.
- Familiarity and demonstrated experience with civil engineering software such as Bentley ConceptStation and/or Autodesk Infraworks and Civil 3D.
- Familiarity with specialty civil platforms (e.g., Openflows) as required.
- An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must.
Qualifications
- EIT license preferred. Candidates hired without their EIT will be titled Civil Designer and will be expected to receive their EIT license for career progression.
- Local candidates preferred.