Water/Wastewater Designer/EIT

hdr; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Water/Wastewater Designer/EIT to join our Water Business Group in Virginia. You will create detailed designs for water and wastewater systems under supervision, prepare plans and write specs, and collaborate with project engineers to support resilient infrastructure.

Preferred candidates hold a civil engineering degree, an EIT, and experience with AutoCAD or MicroStation. We value teamwork and a commitment to HDR’s employee-owned culture, with competitive compensation and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent field.
• Interest or experience designing water/wastewater treatment facilities.
• AutoCAD and/or MicroStation experience.
• Microsoft Office experience.
• Must be able to work in a team environment.
• Active participation in an employee-owned culture is expected.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed designs of water and wastewater systems under instruction from the Project Engineer.
• Prepare plans, write specifications, and analysis reports for water/wastewater projects and determine design methods and equipment sizing.
• Conduct quality control reviews of completed designs.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent field

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Microsoft Office

Job description

Water/Wastewater Designer/EIT – (196523)

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

We believe water is more than a resource, it’s 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 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.

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.
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

• Master’s degree
• 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
• Local candidates preferred

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Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent field
• Interest or experience designing water/wastewater treatment facilities
• AutoCAD and/or MicroStation experience
• Microsoft Office 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.
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.) Washington, DC: $66,948 – $95,640. Baltimore, MD: $58,580 – $83,685. Fulton, MD: $61,369 – $87,670. Glen Allen, VA: $55,790 – $79,700. Newport News, VA: $55,790 – $79,700. Roanoke, VA: $53,001 – $93,627. Vienna, VA: $66,948 – $95,640. Virginia Beach, VA: $55,790 – $79,700.

Primary Location

: United States-Virginia-Glen Allen

Other Locations

: United States-Maryland-Baltimore, United States-Virginia-Roanoke, United States-Virginia-Virginia Beach, United States-Virginia-Newport News, United States-District of Columbia-Washington DC, United States-Virginia-Vienna, United States-Maryland-Fulton

Industry

: Water

Schedule

: Full-time

Employee Status

: Regular
BusinessClass: WW Treatment and Effluent Mgmt

Job Posting

: Oct 2, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We are an AffirMitive Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.