Water Project Engineer: Design, Analysis & Compliance

Job Description

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. We foster a culture of inclusion throughout the company and within our communities, constantly asking ourselves, “What is our impact on the world?”

We invite you to build your water career  global team of industry leaders is looking for successful Project Engineers to work on a wide variety of projects across the water sector.

As a Project Engineer, you will be part of a collaborative and innovative team focused on delivering high‑impact water and wastewater projects. Your work will directly support the success of our clients and communities.

• Support and lead projects related to water, wastewater, and/or water resource management.
• Prepare design calculations, cost estimates, technical reports, and engineering plans and specifications with precision and creativity.
• Accumulate and analyze data, presenting findings in professional reports, memos, and presentations for internal and client use.
• Take initiative and work independently while collaborating effectively with Project Managers and multi‑disciplinary teams.
• Lead portions of design work and help ensure high‑quality, accurate deliverables that meet regulatory and industry standards.
• Assist with permitting applications and ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Coordinate with team members across multiple offices and disciplines to keep projects on track and aligned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent field.
• Previous experience executing technical studies, analyses, and/or designing and creating plans and specifications for water‑focused projects.
• Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.
• Ability to make independent decisions and be accountable for the results.
• Self‑motivated, able to work independently and with a project team and to complete a task.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant in our employee‑owned culture is a must.

Other Locations:
United States‑Texas‑Round Rock, United States‑North Carolina‑Charlotte, United States‑Minnesota, United States‑Wyoming‑Cheyenne, United States‑California‑Long Beach, United States‑Minnesota‑Saint Louis Park, United States‑Florida‑Fort Lauderdale, United States‑Pennsylvania‑Bethlehem, United States‑Oregon‑Salem, United States‑Maine, United States‑Maryland‑Baltimore, United States‑Texas‑Fort Worth, United States‑District of Columbia‑Washington DC, United States‑Wisconsin, United States‑Maryland‑Lusby, United States‑Texas‑Houston, United States‑Michigan, United States‑California‑Irvine, United States‑Wisconsin‑Madison, United States‑Florida‑Tallahassee, United States‑Washington‑Tacoma, United States‑Nevada‑Reno, United States‑Colorado‑Fort Collins, United States‑Iowa‑Des Moines, United States‑New York‑Albany, United States‑California‑Folsom, United States‑Oregon‑Portland, United States‑Washington, United States‑Montana‑Bozeman, United States‑Texas‑El Paso, United States‑Colorado‑Durango, United States‑Louisiana, United States‑Washington‑Seattle, United States‑Nevada‑Las Vegas, United States‑Virginia, United States‑Montana‑Billings, United States‑California‑Boston, United States‑Kentucky, United States‑Colorado‑Denver, United States‑Oregon‑Bend, United States‑Missouri‑St Louis, United States‑South Dakota, United States‑Georgia‑Savannah, United States‑Arizona‑Tucson, United States‑Arkansas‑Little Rock, United States‑Pennsylvania‑Mechanicsburg, United States‑Washington‑Olympia, United States‑Colorado‑Colorado Springs, United States‑Tennessee, United States‑Hawaii‑Honolulu, United States‑Arizona‑Phoenix, United States‑Idaho, United States‑Kentucky‑Louisville, United States‑North Carolina‑Greensboro, United States‑Georgia‑Atlanta, United States‑South Carolina‑Greenville, United States‑California‑Walnut Creek, United States‑Tennessee‑Memphis, United States‑Illinois, United States‑Louisiana‑Baton Rouge, United States‑Virginia‑Richmond, United…