Water​/Wastewater Engineer

About HDR

At HDR, our employee‑owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected. We aim to weave diversity, equity and inclusion into our work, fostering a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities. We believe water is more than a resource; it is a shared responsibility. As part of the Water Business Group, you will help shape how communities manage water for generations to come, supporting 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.
• Act as technical specialist or project manager on mid‑size projects.
• Supervise a small staff of professionals and technicians.
• Perform other duties as needed.

• Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent field.
• Minimum of five years experience designing and creating plans and specifications for water and wastewater projects.
• Working knowledge of water main design, condition assessment, water treatment.
• Experience with CAD, Civil 3D and Revit.
• Preference for candidates residing locally.

• 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.
• Commitment to being an active participant in our employee‑owned culture.

HDR is an employee‑owned company that values authenticity and collaboration. Our eight Employee Network Groups—Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, and Young Professionals—help create a sense of belonging and support a diverse workplace.

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Location:

United States – New York, New York

Industry: Water

Schedule:

Full‑time

Employee Status:
Regular

Business Class: WW Treatment and Effluent Management

We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.