Water/Wastewater EIT

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm seeks a Water/Wastewater Designer/EIT in Atlanta, GA. Candidates will create designs for water treatment systems, prepare plans, and conduct quality control. A Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering is required, along with AutoCAD experience. The firm fosters a culture of inclusion and teamwork, aiming to make a positive impact through their work in water management.

Qualifications

• Interest or experience designing water/wastewater treatment facilities.
• Candidates without their EIT will be placed into a Design Coordinator job code.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed designs of water and wastewater treatment systems.
• Prepare plans, specifications, and reports for water/wastewater systems.
• Conduct quality control reviews of completed designs.

Skills

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent field

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 water is more than a resource, it's a shared responsibility. As part of our WaterBusiness 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 directly 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 you're modernizing aging systems or pioneering innovative approaches, your contributions will make a meaningful difference in people’s lives. This isn’t just a job, it's a chance to lead change, drive progress, and leave a lasting legacy.

In the role of Water/Wastewater Designer/EIT, we'll count on you to:

• Create detailed designs of water and wastewater treatment systems and collection systems under instruction from the Project Engineer
• Prepare plans for water and wastewater systems, write specifications, analysis and study-level reports for water and wastewater treatment distribution and collection systems, determine appropriate design methods, equipment sizing and selection, and work directly with the owner
• Conduct quality control reviews of completed designs
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Candidates without their EIT will be placed into a Design Coordinator job code and will be expected to obtain their EIT for career progression
• Local candidates preferred

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent field
• Interest or experience designing water/wastewater treatment facilities
• AutoCAD and/or MicroStation experience
• Must be able to work in a team environment
• 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.

Primary Location

United States-Georgia-Atlanta

Industry

Water

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

BusinessClass: Water Treatment

Job Posting

Mar 20, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employee. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

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