Senior Water Resources Engineer

About the role

In the role of Senior Water Resources Engineer, we'll count on you to:

• Provide project and task management
• Conduct difficult to complex hydraulic and hydrologic modeling
• Conduct stormwater collection systems modeling and design
• Collect, assimilate and present data in reports, memos and public forums
• Lead production of design calculations and technical reports
• Lead preparation of engineering plans and specifications for design of detention facilities, storm drains, flood control facilities and other hydraulic structures
• Work independently in addition to planning, organizing and supervising the work of medium to large teams of professionals and technicians dependent on project/task
• Serve as project manager on larger projects as needed
• Prepare proposal, scopes of work and contract cost estimates
• Perform other duties as needed

Responsibilities

Preferred Qualifications:

• MSCE
• Preference given to local candidates

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent field
• A minimum of 10 years Water Resources experience
• Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered.
• Examples: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.
• HEC-1, HEC-RAS, GEO-RAS, Storm CAD, Haested Methods Experience in water resources planning, hydrology/hydraulics and drainage/flood control design
• Familiarity with DOT drainage design criteria
• Experience in FEMA studies a plus

Qualifications

• Excellent writing and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a project team
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

Benefits

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. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment:

• We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.hdrinc.com/equal-employment-opportunity-employer).
• We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

Pay

The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.)

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Business Class

Transportation Hydraulics

Job Posting

Aug 20, 2025