Water Resources EIT/Coordinator

HDR, Inc.; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 64,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR, Inc. seeks a Water Resources EIT/Coordinator in Des Moines, IA. You will support hydraulics/hydrology modeling, prepare design calculations, and draft technical reports under engineers on water resource projects for municipal clients.

Ideal candidates hold an EIT or are pursuing it, with CAD proficiency and a collaborative, self-motivated approach within an employee-owned culture. This full-time role focuses on flood risk reduction and riverine projects in the water group.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent field.

Responsibilities

• Support hydraulics and hydrologic modeling for water resource projects.
• Assist with design calculations and technical reports for federal, state, and local municipalities.
• Work under project engineers on design and modeling techniques.

Skills

Self-motivated

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil3D

Bentley ORD

HEC-HMS/RAS

SWMM

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected. We empower everyone to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day, fostering a culture of inclusion throughout our company and communities. We constantly ask: What is our impact on the world?

We believe water is more than a resource; it is a shared responsibility. As part of our Water Business Group, you’ll help shape how communities manage water for generations to come. From delivering safe drinking water and treating wastewater responsibly to developing sustainable water supplies and protecting lives and property through flood control, your work will support public health, environmental sustainability, and infrastructure resilience. We bring together experts across disciplines to solve complex challenges with bold thinking and technical excellence. Whether modernizing aging systems or pioneering innovative approaches, your contributions will make a meaningful difference in people’s lives.

In the role of Water Resources EIT/Coordinator, we’ll count on you to:

• Focus on water resources projects including flood risk reduction, levees, dam and spillway rehabilitation, flood control, channel restoration/rehabilitation, grade control structures, wetland and lake restoration, stormwater detention and conveyance, and riverine structures.
• Work under project engineers on the application of various design engineering and modeling techniques in the development of water resource projects for federal, state and local municipalities
• Focus on hydraulics and hydrologic modeling, stormwater collection systems modeling, data collection, assimilation, and presentations
• Produce design calculations, draft technical reports and perform water resources studies
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate
• Candidates without their EIT will be placed into a Design Coordinator job code and will be expected to obtain their EIT for career progression
• Familiarity with CAD software including AutoCAD Civil3D and/or Bentley ORD
• Familiarity with H&H design software including HEC-HMS/RAS, SWMM, or other channel/conduit hydraulic analysis software

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Required Qualifications

• Bachelor\'s degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent field
• Experienced with Microsoft Office Suite, standard CAD platforms such as AutoCAD, and hydraulic modeling software
• Self-motivated, able to work independently and with a project team to completion of task
• 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.

Location & Status

• Primary Location: United States-Iowa-Des Moines
• Other Locations: United States-Iowa-Cedar Rapids
• Industry: Water
• Schedule: Full-time
• Employee Status: Regular
• Business Class: Dams Levees Civil Works

Job Posting: Jul 17, 2026