Senior Water/Wastewater Engineer

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Water/Wastewater Engineer to lead impactful projects in water and wastewater systems. This role requires a strong technical background in civil engineering, with a focus on municipal systems planning and design. You will guide junior engineers, prepare detailed design plans, and collaborate with clients and project teams to ensure successful project delivery. Join a dynamic team committed to creating an inclusive and empowering work environment where your contributions help shape sustainable solutions for communities. If you are passionate about engineering and making a difference, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• 10+ years experience in municipal water/wastewater systems planning and design.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a technical expert in water/wastewater planning and design projects.
• Prepare design plans and supervise junior staff in engineering projects.

Skills

Municipal Water and Wastewater Systems Planning

Designing Water Distribution Systems

Project Engineering

Project Management

Technical Background in Civil Engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

MS in Civil Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Hydraulic Modeling Software

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?

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 Water/Wastewater Engineer, we'll count on you to:

• Serve as a technical expert in water/wastewater planning, design, and construction projects
• Prepare and guide junior staff in the preparation of design plans for major mechanical engineering projects
• Make interpretive detailed sketches or layouts of intricate or fundamental portions of the basic design plan for municipal water or wastewater projects, and prepare maps, designs, plans, contract and working drawings, estimates, contract specifications, and other technical specifications
• Approve and supervise the design, inspection, construction, demolition, installation of contracts, drawings, specifications for water and wastewater projects
• Report on contracts and contract estimates, contract modifications and recommendations for awards
• Plan and develop projects or design activities that have significant impact on major company programs as needed
• Collaborate with Business/Accounting Manager or Project Controller and Department Manager for project reviews and with company management as needed
• Present and explain design elements with clients in project meetings, in-person workshops, using drawings and/or PowerPoint presentations.

Preferred Qualifications

• MS in Civil Engineering

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent field
• A minimum of 10 years experience with Municipal Water and Wastewater Systems Planning and Design
• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Strong technical background and experience in designing water distribution systems
• Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, MicroStation and hydraulic modeling software
• Project Engineering and Project Management experience is necessary
• 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.

Primary Location

United States-California-Irvine

Industry

Water

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Business Class: WW Treatment and Effluent Mgmt

Job Posting

Apr 22, 2025

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

Ready to learn more? Let's work together to make great things possible.

We design solutions to the world's greatest challenges. We're always looking for great talent to join our global teams.