Senior Hydrology & Hydraulics Lead Engineer

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Hydrology and Hydraulics Section Lead in the United States (Irvine, CA area) to guide hydrology/hydraulic design for civil projects and lead a team of engineers. You will drive flood modeling, reporting, and risk analysis while mentoring junior staff and coordinating with authorities for project approvals.

The role emphasizes technical excellence, collaboration across disciplines, and leadership within HDR’s Water Business Group.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• A minimum of 10 years experience.
• Professional registration, license or certification may be required based on role.
• Strong communication and listening skills.
• Ability to handle multiple assignments.
• Good leadership and organizational skills.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must.

Responsibilities

• Lead hydrologic and hydraulic design input for civil engineering projects.
• Undertake and/or review flood modeling and technical reporting.
• Apply advanced engineering techniques to address complex hydraulic challenges.
• Conduct flood risk analysis, floodplain management, and bridge-related flood assessments, including scour analysis.
• Mentor, coach, and provide direction to junior and mid-level engineers.
• Coordinate with statutory authorities and provide technical guidance for project approvals.
• Prepare design and analysis documentation suitable for client and agency approvals.
• Provide technical input to support integrated multidisciplinary design.
• Support project delivery in collaboration with Project Managers, including client and stakeholder liaison.
• Author reports that are technically sound, grammatically correct, and well organized.

Skills

Hydrology design

Flood modeling

Mentorship

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

HDR is seeking a Hydrology and Hydraulics Section Lead in the United States (Irvine, CA area) to guide hydrology/hydraulic design for civil projects and lead a team of engineers. You will drive flood modeling, reporting, and risk analysis while mentoring junior staff and coordinating with authorities for project approvals.

The role emphasizes technical excellence, collaboration across disciplines, and leadership within HDR’s Water Business Group.