Transportation Engineering

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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. We bring together planners, engineers, architects, construction management staff, environmental, strategic communications, economists, management consultants and specialists across disciplines to solve complex mobility challenges with innovation, technical excellence, and a deep understanding of community needs. Whether you're modernizing aging infrastructure or pioneering next‑generation transportation solutions, your contributions will help define the future of mobility. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead progress, drive meaningful impact, and leave a legacy of smarter, more connected transportation networks. We are all employee‑owners at HDR, which is the foundation of our collaborative culture that connects employees around the world.

In the role of Transportation Engineer (Highway/Roadway) , we'll count on you to:

Work as a key member of a highway/roadway design team for moderate to large projects and work independently on smaller projects

Prepare or oversee the following roadway/highway design work using local or AASHTO standards: horizontal and vertical alignment, roadway sections, intersection layout and sight distance determination, interchange layout, roadway drainage including hydraulic reports, and right‑of‑way plans

Prepare and oversee the following elements of various sizes of contract plans, specifications and estimates: roadway sections, alignment/right‑of‑way plans, temporary erosion control plans, site preparation plans, roadway profiles, drainage plans and profiles, utility plans, paving, pavement marking plans, signing plans, traffic control plans

Assist in the management of larger projects or manage smaller projects

Manage the following work elements: day‑to‑day communication (verbal and written) with the client, support and advise junior engineers and technical staff, write reports and technical memos, coordinate with subconsultants, keep project on schedule and within budget, and keep client satisfied

Progressive project responsibility including discipline leadership roles on large infrastructure projects

Collaboration on some of the largest, most complex transportation projects in the Mid‑Atlantic and beyond

Supporting business development including client outreach, marketing, proposal development, etc.

Civil, Engineering, Roadway, Highway, Design, Construction, DOT,

A minimum of 5 years experience in all aspects of roadway engineering design

Experience with OpenRoads 3D Corridor Modeling strongly preferred

Experience working on VDOT, DDOT, MDTA and/or MDSHA projects preferred

Bachelor's degree

Previous experience in all aspects of roadway engineering design

Hands‑on experience with Highways and Roads CAD engineeringsoftware such as Bentley ConceptStation and Open Roads Designer and/orAutodesk Infraworks and Civil3d

MS Office knowledge

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

This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

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. 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 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. Temporary and part‑time roles eligible for limited benefits.) {United States-Virginia-Glen Allen, United States-Virginia-Roanoke, United States-Virginia-Virginia Beach, United States-Maryland-Fulton Industry: Highway + Road Schedule: Full‑time Employee Status: Regular BusinessClass: Highways Job Posting: Jul 30, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.