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Project Engineer (Water)

HDR

DescriptionAt 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: What is our impact on the world?Watch Our Story:' 'We invite you to continue to build your Water career at HDR. Our global team or industry leaders are looking for success-oriented Project Engineers to work on a wide variety of projects across the industry.Are you looking for an opportunity with an industry-leading company? Do you thrive in a work environment with collaborative colleagues who do amazing work for clients who trust them to push open the doors to what’s possible? That’s what you’ll find at HDR!We’re a 100% employee-owned company with more than 100-years of making great things possible, together with our clients. Sure, we have hundreds of industry awards to prove it, but our pride is in our people. Smart, hardworking team members who take their employee ownership seriously and will have your back at every turn. Their expertise will inspire you to be your best and develop new and better solutions. 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. We bring together experts across disciplines to solve complex challenges with bold thinking and technical excellence. Whether you're modernizing aging systems or pioneering innovative approaches, your contributions will make a meaningful difference in people’s lives. This isn’t just a job, it's a chance to lead change, drive progress, and leave a lasting legacy.In 2026 Engineering News Record ranked HDR fifth in size of business in the important Water category. We have more than 2000 professionals in our Water Business Group that offer a uniquely comprehensive breadth of traditional and cross sector services enabling holistic approaches to our countries’ water challenges. Our services span utility master planning, wastewater treatment, drinking water treatment, flood protection, water resource management, reuse, applied research, transmission and distribution, water supply, asset management, operations assistance, program management, construction management and inspection, funding and financing, strategic communications, advisory services, and more.What You’ll Do:As a Project Engineer, you'll be part of a collaborative and innovative team focused on delivering high-impact water and wastewater projects. Whether you're crunching design calculations or coordinating across offices, your work will directly support the success of our clients and communities.Key Responsibilities: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.QualificationsRequired Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent fieldPrevious experience executing technical studies, analyses, and/or designing and creating plans and specifications for water focused projectsProfessional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) licenseAbility to make independent decisions and be accountable for the resultsSelf-motivated, able to work independently and with a project team to completion of a taskAn attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a mustWhat We BelieveHDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.Our CommitmentAs employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.Job Field: WaterSchedule: Full-timeEmployee Status: Regular

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