Water​/Wastewater Engineer

Job Summary

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 weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work, we constantly ask ourselves:
What is our impact on the world?

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Each 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.

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.
• Function as technical specialist or project manager on mid-size projects as needed.
• Supervise small staff of professionals and technicians as needed.
• Perform other duties as needed.

• Master's degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent field.
• A minimum of 5 years experience designing and creating plans and specifications for water and wastewater projects.
• Working knowledge in water main design, condition assessment, water treatment.
• Working knowledge of CAD, Civil 3D, and Revit.
• Candidates who reside locally are preferred.

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent field.
• Previous experience designing and creating plans and specifications for water and wastewater projects.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Self‑motivated, able to work independently and with a project team to completion of a task.
• Attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must.

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, short and long‑term disability, life insurance, employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus, and tuition reimbursement.
• Compensation range depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location.

Salary range (New York, NY): $93,800 - $134,000.

United States‑New York‑New York
Industry: Water

Schedule:

Full‑time
Employee Status:
Regular
Business Class: WW Treatment and Effluent Mgmt
Job Posting:
Nov 20, 2025

Job Code: #LI-JC7