Senior Stormwater Engineer

HDR; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Stormwater Engineer, where your expertise in water resources will help shape sustainable solutions for stormwater management. In this pivotal role, you will lead projects, manage teams, and design innovative infrastructure that addresses the challenges of flood control and environmental sustainability. Collaborate with a diverse group of professionals and contribute to a culture that values inclusion and empowerment. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact not only in your community but also on a global scale, as you work on projects that enhance public works and promote environmental stewardship.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in water resources and stormwater management.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects and lead teams in stormwater design and implementation.
• Prepare engineering plans and technical reports for hydraulic structures.

Skills

Water Resources Experience

Excellent Writing Skills

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

MSCE

Tools

HEC-1

HEC-RAS

GEO-RAS

Storm CAD

Haested Methods

Job description

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. As we work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

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.

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

• Provide project and task management; collect, assimilate, and present data in reports, memos, and public forums; lead engineers charged with production of design calculations and technical reports; and preparing 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.
• Understand the principles, practices, and methods of public works design and construction of stormwater management systems.
• Understand stormwater regulatory requirements and standards such as the Ecology Stormwater Management Manual and how to implement local design requirements.
• Design green stormwater infrastructure and other stormwater best management practices.
• Problem solve by identifying multiple solutions and work with a team to select preferred approaches.
• Interpret and explain technical information to a variety of audiences in a technical or non-technical manner, as appropriate.
• Support development of less experienced engineers to build stronger teams.
• Serve as project manager on larger projects as needed.
• Prepare proposal, scopes of work and contract cost estimates.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• MSCE
• Stormwater industry certifications like APWA CSM, CESCL.
• Knowledge and experience with Washington state stormwater codes, manuals, and programs.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent field.
• A minimum of 10 years Water Resources experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) 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.
• 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.

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
As 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.