About Us

At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists. That's why we believe diversity is our greatest strength. HDR is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.

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We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That coloring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. And that small details yield important realizations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward.

Primary Responsibilities

HDR is in search of a dynamic, diverse, and talented traffic designer to join our growing Pennsylvania offices. The primary duties include being an integral part of the Traffic and Planning team, working under the direction of senior traffic engineers, on a variety of traffic design projects. Design assignments may include preparing signing, pavement marking, signal, lighting, temporary traffic control, and intelligent transportation system (ITS) plans for either stand-alone or multi-disciplinary projects. Assignments will vary in complexity from small bridge replacements to streetscapes to large interstate or interchange reconstruction projects. Additional assignments may include conducting field work to collect data such as traffic counts, inventories, or field measurements.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Master's degree preferred.
• EIT, or ability to obtain within 6 months, required. Candidates hired without their EIT will have the title "Traffic Designer" and will be expected to obtain for career progression
• Working knowledge of PennDOT and PTC standards, specifications, and plan preparation.
• Computer skills using Microsoft office, ProjectWise, SignCAD, and ORD.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task while working on several projects at once.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must.

Preferred Qualifications

• Preference given to local candidates
• Experience related to traffic design.

Why HDR

At HDR, we know work isn't only about who you work for it's also about what you do and how you do it. Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other's contributions, and collaborate together to make great things possible. When you join HDR, we give you license to do the same. We help you take charge of your career, giving you multiple growth opportunities along the way.