Water Resources Civil Engineer – Resilient Infrastructure

HDR, Inc.; Folsom (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR, Inc. is seeking a mid-level Licensed Civil Engineer with a focus on water resources to join HDR’s Northern California design team. You’ll work on flood protection, ecosystem restoration, and sustainable water infrastructure.

You’ll collaborate with senior engineers, develop construction documents, perform calculations, and coordinate with AutoCAD/Civil 3D designers while mentoring junior staff. This role offers growth and the chance to contribute to resilient water systems across Northern

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent field.
• Previous experience in water resources engineering projects.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Active participant in an employee-owned culture.

Responsibilities

• Lead or support the development of construction documents for water resources projects, including plans, specifications, and design reports
• Collaborate across disciplines to deliver integrated solutions for complex hydraulic and civil systems
• Develop innovative, sustainable solutions to address unique water resource challenges, including projects with limited prescriptive guidance
• Prepare engineering calculations, cost estimates, bid schedules, and technical documentation
• Manage and contribute to projects within budgets and schedules
• Coordinate design efforts with AutoCAD/Civil 3D designers and drafters; perform design work directly as needed
• Conduct site visits and field assessments to verify existing conditions and inform design decisions
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to a collaborative team environment
• Support projects from concept through construction, gaining exposure to real-world implementation

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

HDR, Inc. is seeking a mid-level Licensed Civil Engineer with a focus on water resources to join HDR’s Northern California design team. You’ll work on flood protection, ecosystem restoration, and sustainable water infrastructure.

You’ll collaborate with senior engineers, develop construction documents, perform calculations, and coordinate with AutoCAD/Civil 3D designers while mentoring junior staff. This role offers growth and the chance to contribute to resilient water systems across Northern