Aviation EIT

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?
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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.

In the role of EIT Aviation, we'll count on you to:

• Be aware of FAA Orders and Advisory Circulars (AC), UFC requirements, local agency requirements, and client manuals
• In addition to general FAA requirements, be informed of at least one specialty element (e.g., pavement, drainage, lighting, signage, etc.)
• Technical Talent Identification & Career Journey
• Be involved with the HDR Airfield Design Community of Practice (CoP).
• Process & Tool Application & Development:
• Basic use of AutoCTechnical Development
• Be aware of FAA Orders and Advisory Circulars (AC), UFC requirements, local agency requirements, and client manuals
• In addition to general FAA requirements, be informed of at least one specialty element (e.g., pavement, drainage, lighting, signage, etc.).
• Technical Talent Identification & Career Journey:
• Be involved with the HDR Airfield Design Community of Practice (CoP).
• Process & Tool Application & Development
• Basic use of AutoCAD Civil 3D (or similar design software) and introduction to AVI-Plan software packages
• With direction, prepare elements of aviation related designs, studies and/or reports.
• Compile project records / maintain SharePoint sites, project files, etc.
• Marketing Support:
• Maintain an updated resume
• Perform other duties as needed

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
• Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate
• Interest or experience designing general aviation, commercial service and/or Military airfields
• Basic use of AutoCAD Civil 3D (or similar design software) and introduction to AVI-Plan software packages
• Microsoft Office experience
• Must be able to work in a team environment
• 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.

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. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.) Minnesota: $71,579 - $96,842 Primary Location: United States-Minnesota-Saint Louis Park Other Locations: United States-Wisconsin-Madison, United States-Illinois-Chicago Industry: Aviation Schedule: Full-time Employee Status: Regular BusinessClass: Airfield Design Job Posting: Aug 1, 2025