Senior Operations Specialist (Water)

About HDR For over 100 years, HDR has specialized in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. HDR provides solutions to thousands of partners, from small local utilities to the largest global companies. With nearly 13,000 employee‑owners worldwide, HDR has been recognized by ENR as a top‑10 water design firm, water treatment firm, and wastewater design firm. What We Believe HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. We cultivate collaboration, trust, and connection with clients and communities. Our Commitment As employee owners, we create an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected, and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day. Eight employee network groups support belonging and a supportive environment for staff. Primary Responsibilities Support HDR project leaders at the local, state, and regional level on water treatment projects. Review drawings for operability review and HazOps analysis. Manage operations and maintenance projects with municipal and industrial clients, including client interfacing, regulatory reporting, and personnel, subcontractor, and maintenance management. Develop startup and commissioning plans and host workshops for client contractors and operators. Perform startup and commissioning of new facilities. Perform formal and informal training to help clients operate their plants effectively. Participate in testing to ensure facilities meet capacity requirements. Perform condition assessment and asset management tasks using state‑of‑the‑art evaluation tools. Perform operational or maintenance troubleshooting and evaluations on municipal and industrial facilities. Strongly Preferred Qualifications Minimum 10 years field experience troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, instrumentation equipment at water treatment facilities and/or resolving process problems. High‑level water treatment operator license or professional engineering license. Ability to interpret engineering plans and specifications. Microsoft Office and computerized maintenance and management system experience. Active participant in an employee‑owned culture. Valid driver’s license. Required Qualifications High School diploma or equivalent. Microsoft Office experience. General background‑related experience. Active participant in an employee‑owned culture. 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HDR is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest, and conviction records. #J-18808-Ljbffr