Project Engineer (Water)

About the role

We invite you to join our collaborative and innovative team focused on delivering high-impact water and wastewater projects. You'll work on a wide variety of projects across the industry, supporting clients and communities.

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.
• Analyze data, present 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 ensure high-quality, accurate deliverables that meet regulatory and industry standards.
• Aid in permitting applications and ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Cook up with team members across multiple offices and disciplines to keep projects on track and aligned.

Requirements

• 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 to completion of a task.

Qualifications

• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must.

Skills

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Knowledge of relevant codes and regulations.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement.

Pay

• The expected compensation range for this position is $67,000 - $134,000 depending upon skills, experience, education and geographical location.

Schedule

• Full-time

Business Class

• Water Treatment

Job Posting

May 22, 2026

Company Information

• 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 are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.