Transportation Hydraulics Engineer

HDR; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR, Inc. is seeking a Transportation Hydraulics Engineer to lead hydraulic design for water resources within our Transportation Business Group. You will manage projects, guide staff, and perform hands‑on engineering across phases for diverse water infrastructure projects.

The role emphasizes leadership, communication, and collaboration with clients, subconsultants, and internal teams. A master’s degree and PE license are preferred, with 5+ years in transportation hydraulics and related software

Qualifications

• MS in Civil Engineering or related discipline preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, environmental, water resources or related fields.
• Professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the position location.
• 3+ years of licensed experience in stormwater and water resources.
• Experience with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroStation, and/or OpenRoads Designer for storm system design.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Active participation in employee‑owned culture.

Responsibilities

• Lead a hydraulic/water resource design team on projects.
• Prepare hydraulic design work using local or national standards.
• Develop reports, memos, and data visualizations for clients.
• Assist with business development and client relations.
• Coordinate with subconsultants and manage project schedules and budgets.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Office presence

Education

MS in Civil Engineering or related discipline

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, environmental, water resources or related fields

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

MicroStation

OpenRoads Designer

HEC-RAS

SRH-2D

ArcGIS Pro

HEC-HMS

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.

We believe transportation is more than movement, it’s the foundation of connected, thriving communities. As part of HDR’s Transportation Business Group, you’ll help shape the systems that move people and goods safely, efficiently, and sustainably. From designing resilient highways and iconic bridges to advancing transit, passenger and freight rail, aviation, federal transportation ports and marine infrastructure, your work will directly support economic vitality, public safety, sustainable and resilient communities and quality of life. We bring together planners, engineers, architects, construction management staff, environmental, strategic communications, economists, management consultants and specialists across disciplines to solve complex mobility challenges with innovation, technical excellence, and a deep understanding of community needs. Whether you're modernizing aging infrastructure or pioneering next-generation transportation solutions, your contributions will help define the future of mobility. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead progress, drive meaningful impact, and leave a legacy of smarter, more connected transportation networks. We are all employee-owners at HDR, which is the foundation of our collaborative culture that connects employees around the world.

Primary Responsibilities:

HDR is currently in search of a Transportation Hydraulics Engineer in our Transportation Business Group. The primary duties include project and task-level management, leading and directing technical staff, as well as hands‑on project engineering for all phases on a wide variety of water resource projects. Manage/lead/develop engineering design including plans, specifications, cost estimates, and contract documents for a diverse variety of water resources infrastructure. Lead/develop preparation of technical and non‑technical reports and presentations including visualization of data. Assist with business development activities including client relations, marketing pursuits, and project proposals.

Primary responsibilities include: Work as a key member of a hydraulic/water resource design team, serve as a task lead/project engineer on small to large projects. Provide leadership support for project delivery and business development. Preparation of hydraulic design work using local or national standards, hydrology and hydraulic analyses, scour assessments, roadway drainage design, hydraulic reports, erosion and sediment pollution control, stormwater management design, NPDES and Waterway Permits. Prepare contour grading and drainage plans, erosion and sediment pollution control plans, drainage profiles, and post‑construction stormwater management plans. Assist with preparing specifications and construction cost estimates. Assist with preparing scopes, budgets and schedules including day‑to‑day communication (verbal and written) with the client. Support and advise junior engineers and technical staff, write reports and technical memos, coordinate with subconsultants and keep the project on schedule and within budget, and perform other duties as needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

MS in Civil Engineering or related discipline preferred.

• A Minimum of 5 years of transportation hydraulic engineering design experience required
• Experience with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroStation,and OpenRoads Designer focused on storm water design and analysis preferred.
• HEC-RAS and/or SRH-2D floodplain modeling experience is preferred

ArcGIS Pro and HEC-HMS experience is preferred

• Adaptable to conditions including fast‑paced and deadline driven work environment
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work in the office to allow for collaboration
• Master's degree in water resources or related discipline
• Strong leadership, planning, mentoring and staff management experience
• Project experience and existing relationships with local DOT and municipal clients
• Advanced knowledge of stormwater engineering concepts and H&H modeling programs and ArcGIS
• Ability to work in the office to allow for collaboration

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, environmental, water resources or other related fields
• Professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered.
• A minimum of 3 years' licensed experience in stormwater and water resources
• Demonstrated design skills, communication skills and ability to collaborate with various teams
• Technical proficiency in hydrologic and hydraulic design and analyses, modelling, permitting, and preparing drainage reports
• Experience with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroStation, and/or OpenRoads Designer focused on storm system design
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to support marketing efforts
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture

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.

Industry

Highway + Road

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Job Posting

Oct 29, 2026

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

We are an Affirmental Action and Equal Opportunity Employe r.

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