System Operations Modeling Team Lead

System Operations Modeling Team Lead - ( 192157 ) HDR is looking for a water resources engineer to lead the System Operations Modeling Team in Sacramento, CA. The role focuses on project delivery, technical leadership, client interaction, and staff development in reservoir operations, hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, watershed hydrology, and climate change analysis. Responsibilities Assist in the responsibility for operations of the section team including staff development, profitability, morale, quality control and marketing support Assist in the selection, training, development and management of technical personnel in the section team Provide advanced technical support and task leadership on water resources projects such as water supply and reservoir operations modeling, hydrology development and analysis, reservoir simulation, optimization, re-operation, and decision support Conduct hydrologic and climate change modeling, including ensemble and statistical analyses Lead flood risk management, FERC relicensing, and ecological enhancement projects Lead technical tasks within multi-disciplinary project teams Support project management activities for small‑to‑medium sized projects, including scope, schedule, and budget tracking Mentor junior staff and support knowledge transfer, technical review, and staff development Participate in client coordination, including technical meetings, work sessions, and preparation of client‑facing deliverables Apply strong QA/QC practices, ensuring clear documentation, reproducible analyses, and high‑quality deliverables Contribute to the development and improvement of HDR’s technical tools, workflows, and best practices Conduct water resources planning, plan formulation and concept development, and develop planning documentation Assist in water resources permitting efforts Perform other duties as needed Preferred Qualifications Experience with water supply operations modeling such as CalSim and CalLite Experience with climate change analytical tools and datasets Linear programming, optimization, and decision‑support modeling Scripting and automation using Python/Jython, WRESL, VBA, or similar tools Familiarity with NEPA and ESA processes, including supporting environmental compliance, biological assessments, effects analyses, and coordination with environmental and regulatory teams Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience A minimum of 7 years experience Professional registration, license or certification may be required based on role Strong communication and listening skills Ability to handle multiple assignments Good leadership and organizational skills An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records. #J-18808-Ljbffr Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising