Senior Transportation Engineer

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? Watch Our Story: 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 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. HDR has an opportunity for a Senior Transportation Engineer to work with a team of professionals in planning, designing, and supporting construction of interstates and highways, urban streets and intersections, and pedestrian/bicycle projects that make a difference in our communities. The successful candidate will work as a member of the Highways and Roads team on projects serving clients in Northern California and beyond. The position requires leading the technical design of transportation projects to support our clients while meeting the fundamental obligation to prioritize the safety, health, and welfare of the public. The position will oversee staff and is tasked with providing guidance to mid‑level and junior engineers during development of design. It assumes some project management responsibilities and client interaction, and includes preparation of plans, detail drawings, and quantity estimation for projects of various sizes and complexities. The candidate will need to be a self‑motivated individual who maintains a high level of professionalism while performing engineering assignments. Responsibilities Serve in the lead technical role in the detailed development of urban roadway design projects Perform quality assurance checks on major transportation projects on interstate and state highway systems Serve as a technical expert with recognized authority in an area of specialization that resolves problems of greater scope and complexity Assume some project management duties and interact with clients as needed Supervise work of medium to large staff of professionals and technicians as needed Perform other duties as needed Preferred Qualifications Experience with MicroStation, InRoads, AutoCAD, Civil3D, Microsoft Office applications Experience with all phases of Caltrans’ project development process Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree A minimum of 10 years experience in all aspects of roadway engineering design Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license. Demonstrated leadership skills, communication skills and ability to work with various teams Project management skills desirable Experience should include urban and rural highway interchanges, intersection design, traffic management, transportation planning, site planning, preparation of concept alignments, geometrical layout and CAD base alignment plans Must have coordinated survey, grading, drainage and utilities and layout of various site items is a plus An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must Benefits We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long‑term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. Stated benefits are for full‑time regular positions. Compensation Expected annual compensation range: $130,361.00 – $211,625.00, depending on skills, experience, education and geographical location. Location Primary Location: United States‑California‑Oakland Other Locations: United States‑California‑Walnut Creek, United States‑California‑Folsom, United States‑California‑Santa Clara, United States‑California‑Sacramento Job Details Industry: Highway + Road Schedule: Full‑time Employee Status: Regular Business Class: Highways Job Posting: May 5, 2026 EEO Statement 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr HDR