Water/ Wastewater EIT/ Designer

HDR, Inc.; Kalispell (MT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR, Inc. is seeking a Water/Wastewater EIT/Designer in Kalispell, MT to help design treatment facilities and collection systems. You will work under the Project Engineer to develop detailed drawings and reports that support safe drinking water and wastewater infrastructure projects.

The role emphasizes teamwork, quality control, and collaboration within HDR's employee-owned culture. A Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering is required, with CAD software experience preferred.

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.

Responsibilities

• 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

Skills

Teamwork

Water/wastewater design

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Job description

Water/ Wastewater EIT/ Designer - ( 194573 )

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.

Role Responsibilities

• 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 Designer position and will be expected to obtain their EIT for career progression

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.

Industry

Water

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

BusinessClass : WW Treatment and Effluent Mgmt

Job Posting

Aug 28, 2026

Employment Equity

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

We are an Aff...

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