Utility Data and Modeling Analyst

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:' ' Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world. 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.About the RoleHDR is seeking an entry‑level Utility Data, Asset Management & Hydraulic Modeling Analyst to support water and wastewater utility projects through applied hydraulic modeling analysis, data analytics, GIS, and asset management. This position contributes to system evaluations, capital planning, regulatory analysis, and development of technical deliverables for municipal utility clients. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong analytical capability, technical rigor, and an interest in advancing data‑driven utility planning.Key Responsibilities:Hydraulic Modeling & System AnalysisAssist with building and maintaining hydraulic model data for water distribution and wastewater collection systems using GIS datasets, as‑built drawings, and field data.Support hydraulic simulations, system performance evaluations, and scenario analyses for planning studies and operational assessments.Utilize data from industry modeling tools such as InfoWater, InfoSewer, InfoSWMM, InfoWorks ICM, SewerGEMs, WaterGEMs, EPANet, and ArcGIS Pro. Data Engineering, Analytics & VisualizationPerform data acquisition, cleaning, validation, and exploratory analysis on large datasets including SCADA data, metering data, GIS layers, and monitoring records.Develop analytical and visualization outputs using SQL, Power BI, Python, R, and GIS platforms to support technical evaluations.Support database management, data structuring, and creation of modeling-ready datasets to improve study reliability and documentation.Handle highly sensitive and confidential information with professionalism and discretionCollaborate with stakeholders to improve business decisions by identifying patterns and trends in dataDevelop data products including reports, visualizations, and dashboardsAdhere to software and data science development standardsPerform data acquisition, sourcing, cleaning and exploratory data analysis (EDA)Transform raw data into usable attributes for machine learning modules through feature engineeringManage model lifecycle including development, deployment, data drift detection, model retraining, and model inference.Create automated data pipelines and data engineering solutionsDevelop advanced and custom predictive models (classification, regression, time series, neural networks, natural language processing, and computer vision)Tune models with training, hyperparameters with comprehensive validation and testing processesAsset Management & Capital PlanningContribute to asset inventory development, condition assessment processes, and risk prioritization activities supporting water and wastewater capital planning.Assist in preparing asset management and capital improvement plan documents, including risk modeling graphics, lifecycle analysis summaries, and decision-support exhibits.Integrate asset, condition, and geospatial data to support long‑term strategic planning for utility infrastructure.Utility Planning, Policy Analysis & Technical ReportingSupport development of technical reports, planning documents, regulatory analyses, and client presentations. Assist with evaluating impacts of evolving state and federal environmental policies on client utility systems.Leverage predictive models to optimize business resultsContribute to studies involving financial planning, rate evaluation, and long‑range system needs assessment.Professional CollaborationActively participate in HDR’s employee‑owned, collaborative culture by working closely with multidisciplinary teams including engineers, planners, analysts, and project managers. Communicate findings through written reports, visualizations, engineering graphics, and presentations. Maintain high standards of quality control, documentation, and analytical accuracy.Preferred QualificationsBachelor’s DegreeA minimum of 3 years experience in a data science roleFoundational knowledge or academic experience in hydraulics, environmental systems, data analytics, GIS, or related disciplines.Familiarity with or academic exposure to hydraulic modeling concepts or tools. Experience with ArcGIS Desktop, ArcGIS Pro, or ArcGIS Online.Oracle Spatial or SQL Server Spatial back-end data processing experience Understanding of asset management principles such as condition assessment, risk scoring, or lifecycle planning.Interest in environmental regulations and policy frameworks related to water and wastewater utilities. #LI-EV1QualificationsRequired QualificationsA degree in a closely related field or combination of education and relevant experienceA minimum of 3 years experience with data engineering tools and languages such as SQL, Power Query, and PandasA minimum of 3 years experience with business intelligence tools such as Power BI, Tableau, Plotly, Seaborn, and MatplotlibA minimum of 3 years experience with data science languages such as Python and RSelf-motivated, detail-oriented professional, ability to multitask a mustProficiency with MS Office including Word and OutlookAbility to handle confidential informationExcellent writing and people skillsStrong math and organizational skillsFlexibility and ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and various managers in a fast-paced environmentExcellent verbal and written communication skills including grammar, punctuation, proofreading, spelling and telephone skillsAn attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a mustIn-depth knowledge of machine learning algorithms, statistical models, and data analyticsExperience completing multiple data science projectsWhat 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