Water Resources Engineer - Fisheries

HDR

Bellevue (WA)

On-site

USD 79,934 - 129,960

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Bellevue is seeking a Water Resources Engineer to support fisheries projects and manage task engineering. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and a Professional Engineer license, with strong communication skills and experience in water resources projects. The position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board.
3+ years experience in water resources engineering projects.
Experience with storm drain system analysis.

Responsibilities

Provide project engineering and task management.
Conduct field assessments of streams, wetlands, and estuaries.
Produce design calculations and technical reports.

Skills

Project engineering

Task management

Hydraulic modeling

Excellent communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

MS degree

Tools

HEC-1

HEC-HMS

HEC-RAS

GEO-RAS

Job description

Overview

HDR is in search of a Water Resources Engineer to join our specialized Fisheries Ecohydraulics practice. In this role you will be supporting fisheries projects ranging from fish passage, water crossings, stream restoration, fish screening and structures. HDR has an amazing fisheries group with a long-standing history of technical excellence. We are looking for an enthusiastic candidate who is looking to grow their knowledge, as well as excited to mentor and train junior staff.

Responsibilities

Provide project engineering and task management
Collect, assimilate, and present data in reports, memos, and public forums
Conduct field assessments of streams, wetlands, and estuaries
Produce design calculations and clearly document design decisions in technical reports
Produce design plans, specifications, and engineering cost estimates
Work independently in addition to planning, organizing and assisting groups of medium to large teams of professionals and technicians

Conduct complex hydraulic and hydrologic modeling
Evaluate sediment mobility and bridge scour
Develop habitat complexity designs, including LWM layout and details. Evaluate stability of LWM structures
Conduct floodplain delineation studies in accordance with FEMA and local floodplain guidelines and regulation
Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

MS degree
A minimum of 3 years experience in water resources engineering projects
Experience with HEC-1, HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, GEO-RAS, storm drain system analysis

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent field
Previous experience in water resources engineering projects
Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.
Excellent oral and written communication skills
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.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.)

Location details: Seattle/Bellevue/Everett, WA: $90,972- $129,960; Gig Harbor, WA: $83,391- $119,130; Olympia, WA: $79,934.40- $108,300.00; Spokane, WA: $79,934.40- $102,885.00

Primary Location: United States-Washington-Seattle

Other Locations: United States-Washington-Everett, United States-Washington-Spokane, United States-Washington-Olympia, United States-Washington-Bellevue, United States-Washington-Gig Harbor

Industry: Water

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Regular

BusinessClass: Fisheries

Job Posting: Aug 21, 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.

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