Hydropower Water Resources Designer | EI/Hydraulic Modeler

HDR, Inc.; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 66,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR, Inc. in Portland, ME is seeking a Water Resources Designer/EI to perform hydrologic and hydraulic analyses for hydropower projects, under guidance from senior engineers. You will contribute to design, licensing, and safety evaluations while supporting client relationships and project delivery.

The role emphasizes independence within a collaborative, employee-owned culture, with opportunities to manage projects and assist with marketing and outreach. Portland location with occasional travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent field.
• Experienced with Microsoft Office Suite, AutoCAD, and hydraulic modeling software.
• Self-motivated, able to work independently and with a project team to completion of task.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must.

Responsibilities

• Perform hydrologic and hydraulic analyses of watersheds, rivers systems, spillways, and water conveyance facilities as they relate to hydropower operation, design, licensing, and safety.
• Provide QC checks and reviews of spreadsheets, calculations, drawings, and reports.
• Utilize software applications related to hydrology, hydraulics, and water management (incl. HEC-HMS, HEC‑RAS, HydroCAD).
• Design and evaluate civil engineering projects in hydrology and rainfall‑runoff modeling, hydraulic conveyance systems, civil‑site development, dam safety, and erosion and sedimentation control.

Skills

Excel

Hydrology

Hydraulic modeling

Project teamwork

Education

Bachelor's in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

HEC-HMS

HEC-RAS

HydroCAD

Job description

HDR, Inc. in Portland, ME is seeking a Water Resources Designer/EI to perform hydrologic and hydraulic analyses for hydropower projects, under guidance from senior engineers. You will contribute to design, licensing, and safety evaluations while supporting client relationships and project delivery.

The role emphasizes independence within a collaborative, employee-owned culture, with opportunities to manage projects and assist with marketing and outreach. Portland location with occasional travel.