Water Project Engineer — Impactful & Collaborative

HDR; Bend (OR); On-site; USD 67,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plan with employer match

Paid time off

Parental leave

Paid holidays

Employee ownership

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Project Engineer for its Water Business Group in Bend, Oregon. You will work on a variety of water and wastewater projects, prepare design calculations, and coordinate with multiple offices to deliver high‑quality outcomes for clients and communities.

The role requires a Civil Engineering degree and a PE license, with the ability to work independently within a collaborative, employee-owned culture that values innovation, safety, and sustainable solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering is required.
• Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license is required.
• Experience executing water-focused technical studies, analyses, and/or designing plans for water projects.
• Ability to work independently and with a project team to completion of tasks.

Responsibilities

• Support and lead projects related to water, wastewater, and/or water resource management.
• Prepare design calculations, cost estimates, technical reports, and engineering plans with precision.
• Analyze data and present findings in professional reports, memos, and client-presentations.
• Take initiative and work independently while collaborating with Project Managers and multi-disciplinary teams.
• Lead portions of design work and ensure high-quality deliverables meeting standards.
• Assist with permitting applications and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate with team members across offices to keep projects on track.

Skills

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer license

Independent decision making

Self-motivated

Ownership mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

HDR is seeking a Project Engineer for its Water Business Group in Bend, Oregon. You will work on a variety of water and wastewater projects, prepare design calculations, and coordinate with multiple offices to deliver high‑quality outcomes for clients and communities.

The role requires a Civil Engineering degree and a PE license, with the ability to work independently within a collaborative, employee-owned culture that values innovation, safety, and sustainable solutions.