Industrial Designer/EIT

HDR • Charleston, SC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

HDR is seeking a mechanical or civil coordinator interested in obtaining an Engineering-in-Training (EIT) credential to support utility relocation coordination and design for gas pipeline clients. The role is part of HDR’s growing Industrial Market Sector in South Carolina and works with an established team in the oil, gas, and chemical practice. The position is based in HDR’s Charleston, South Carolina office. Candidates hired without an EIT will have the title of Coordinator and are expected to obtain the credential for career progression.

The role involves developing design options and recommendations, assisting with project studies and designs, preparing project documentation and presentations, and completing routine engineering assignments. The employee may work independently on small projects or assist more-senior engineers on larger projects. Travel to project sites and client meetings, potentially including overnight stays, is part of the role.

HDR describes its employee-owned culture as collaborative and inclusive, with an emphasis on empowering employees to contribute their perspectives and ideas. Employee Network Groups support belonging and engagement across the company.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office, Trane TRACE or similar software, and equipment selection software.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant in HDR’s employee-owned culture.

Nice To Haves

• Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate; candidates hired without an EIT are expected to obtain it for career progression.
• Oil and gas pipeline and/or utility relocation experience.
• Previous experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm.
• Local candidates preferred, with the ability to travel intermittently for client or project meetings, including overnight stays.

Responsibilities

• Conduct analyses to develop design options or recommendations and assist in preparing cost estimates and specifications.
• Assist the Project Manager or Engineer with project studies, project designs, contract documentation preparation, and graphic presentations.
• Perform routine engineering assignments using standard techniques and procedures.
• Complete projects with clear, specified objectives and limited variables.
• Perform administrative duties associated with project management for civil or mechanical projects.
• Work independently on small projects or assist more-senior engineers on larger projects.
• Travel to project sites and client meetings, including the possibility of overnight stays.
• Perform other duties as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level