Hydropower Structural EIT/Designer
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HDR is currently seeking an entry-level Hydropower Structural EIT/Designer to join our growing and nationally ranked team of Hydropower Design professionals in Charlotte, NC.
You will be part of a rapidly growing team working on a variety of exciting projects that will test your engineering skills and set you on a path for career growth. As an integral part of a team, you will prepare engineering designs for hydropower projects with a broad range of complexity. You’ll be given the flexibility and freedom to seek and acquire knowledge and experience in both reinforced concrete and structural steel design. This is an excellent growth opportunity for a self-directed individual who is eager to learn and take on new challenges.
Primary Responsibilities
Working under the direction of Project Manager(s) and Project Engineer(s), in the role of Hydropower Structural EIT/Designer, we'll count on you to:
- Conduct analyses to develop design options or recommendations and assist in the preparation of cost estimates and specifications for structural engineering projects
- Perform routine engineering assignments requiring application of standard techniques and procedures
- Work independently on small projects or assist more senior engineers on larger projects
- Give direction to clerical and technical personnel as needed
- Perform site visits during the design, construction, and as-built phases of projects
- Perform other duties as needed
Preferred Qualifications
- Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate. Candidates hired without their EIT will have the title of "Hydropower Structural Designer" and will be expected to obtain their EIT for career progression.
- Exposure to general Civil Engineering experience
- Prior experience in hydropower design
- Previous structural design experience (internship or full-time work experience)
- Successful completion of PE Exam
- Experience using MicroStation
- Prior experience consulting or working for an electric utility
- Local candidates preferred
- Bachelor's degree in Structural Engineering
- Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, RISA, Staad, SAP, Tedds, RAM, ETABS, SAFE or similar
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
What We Believe
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.
Our Commitment
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-North Carolina-Charlotte
Power
Full-time
Regular
Hydropower
Aug 18, 2025