Senior Structural Engineer - Water Infrastructure

HDR, Inc.; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 137,000 - 197,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR, Inc. is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to lead the design of water infrastructure projects. Responsibilities include project management, client relations, and team supervision, requiring extensive experience in structural engineering and water-related facilities. Candidates should possess strong leadership and communication skills, with a commitment to HDR's inclusive culture.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time away and parental leave

Retirement savings plan with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years structural engineering experience related to building design.
• Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license required.
• Experience with water infrastructure projects and structural design.

Responsibilities

• Lead structural design of water and wastewater treatment facilities.
• Serve as Project Manager on larger structural projects.
• Coordinate staffing and workload throughout project development.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Organization

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Master's degree in Architectural Engineering, Structural emphasis

Tools

Finite element structural design software

AutoCAD

Revit

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 foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'

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 Structural Engineer - Water Infrastructure, we'll count on you to:

Lead structural design of water and wastewater treatment plants, water resource facilities projects, hydropower/fisheries fields, water containing structures, storm water storage and CSOs, pump stations, fish passages, fish holding and rearing structures, fish hatcheries, water conveying facilities, canals, pipelines, penstocks, intakes, diversion and barrier dam structures, and other water conveying and containment systems and facilities

• Assist with marketing, proposals, interviews, project production, and related issues


• See that all work is planned, organized, controlled and evaluated through proactive project management system


• Implement, monitor and support company policy


• Select, train, develop and manage technical personnel


• Serve as a technical expert with recognized authority in structural engineering as it relates to projects; resolve problems of greater scope and complexity


• Plan and develop projects or design activities


• Plan, organize and supervise work of medium to large staff of professionals and technicians


• Serve as Project Manager on larger projects, though project management is not sole focus of position


• Plan, direct and monitor all structural aspects of large multi-discipline projects or medium-sized projects with high degree of technical complexity, typically involving a large project staff


• Produce and coordinate several projects concurrently


• Establish client relations and be involved with marketing, contractual, design and production meetings


• Coordinate staffing and workload of staff through entire project development to complete documents on schedule


• Conduct schematic, design development and contract document work sessions in conjunction with other Project Managers, appropriate technical professionals and other disciplines


• Serve as a technical expert with recognized authority in structural engineering as it relates to projects; resolve problems of greater scope and complexity


• Serve as Project Manager on larger projects, though project management is not sole focus of position


• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Architectural Engineering, Structural emphasis


• Experience with water infrastructure and water bearing, holding, conveying structures


• Experience in project management


• Strong communication and listening skills


• Ability to handle multiple assignments


• Good leadership and organizational skills


• Proficiency with finite element structural design software such as STAAD PRO, RISA, RISA 3D, RISA Foundations, RISA Connections, SAP2000, Tedds, Enercalcs etc., as well as seismic and wind requirements of International Building Code and ASCE-7.


• Knowledge of AutoCAD, Revit, BIM 360.


• Experience with ACI 350 structures


• Experience with structural condition assessment, repair, and rehabilitation


• Experience and/or interest in sustainable design/LEED


• Active Industry Engagement

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Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
• A minimum of 10 years structural engineering experience as it relates to building design
• Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license
• Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, RAM, ETABS, SAFE or similar analytical software
• Experience in design calculations and layouts
• Ability to design and detail in steel, concrete, masonry and wood
• Requires understanding of gravity analysis and lateral analysis
• Previous experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm
• 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.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes 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. 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.) {Bellevue, WA}: $137,424 - $196,320

Primary Location:United States-Washington-Bellevue

Industry:Building Engineering

Schedule:Full-time

Employee Status:Regular

BusinessClass:Building Structural

Job Posting:Jun 17, 2025