Wastewater Project Engineer

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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:
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We believe water is more than a resource, it's a shared responsibility. As part of our Water Business Group, you’ll help shape how communities manage water for generations to come. From delivering safe drinking water and treating wastewater responsibly to developing sustainable water supplies and protecting lives and property through flood control, your work will directly support public health, environmental sustainability, and infrastructure resilience.

• Take responsibility for performing complex assignments exercising judgment in evaluation, selection and modification of standard engineering techniques and procedures
• Make decisions on significant design and engineering procedures as needed
• Delegate to and mentor junior staff, as needed
• Supervise small staff of professionals and technicians as needed
• Perform other duties as needed

• MS
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience designing and creating plans and specifications for water and wastewater projects
• Active in area water/wastewater industry associations is a strong plus

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent field
• Previous experience designing and creating plans and specifications for water and wastewater projects
• Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered (e.g., Professional Engineer PE or P.Eng license)
• Self‑motivated, able to work independently and with a project team to completion of a task
• Commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must

United States-Nebraska-Omaha

• United States-Iowa-Cedar Rapids
• United States-Iowa-Des Moines
• United States-Nebraska-Lincoln

Water

Full‑time

Regular

WW Treatment and Effluent Management

Nov 14, 2025

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer (). We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.