Water & Wastewater Engineer - Shape Communities

HDR, Inc.; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Albany, NY is seeking a Civil Engineer with experience in water and wastewater projects. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, a PE license, and possess a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience. Key responsibilities include managing engineering projects, supervising a small team, and making significant design decisions. The firm values diversity and encourages applications from local candidates. This role offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on public health and environmental sustainability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent field required.
• Minimum 5 years experience designing water and wastewater projects.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex assignments and make engineering decisions.
• Function as a technical specialist on mid-size projects.
• Supervise small staff of professionals and technicians.

Skills

CAD

Civil 3D

Revit

Water main design

Condition assessment

Water treatment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Master’s degree in Civil Engineering

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 work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

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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 Engineer, we'll count on you to:

• Take responsibility for performing complex assignments exercising judgment in evaluation, selection and modification of standard engineering techniques and procedures
• Make decisions on significant design and engineering procedures as needed
• Function as technical specialist or project manager on mid-size projects as needed
• Supervise small staff of professionals and technicians as needed

Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent field.

A minimum of 5 years experience designing and creating plans and specifications for water and wastewater projects

Working knowledge in water main design, condition assessment, water treatment;

Working knowledge of CAD, Civil 3d, and Revit

• Candidates who reside locally are preferred.

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Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent field
• Previous experience designing and creating plans and specifications for water and wastewater projects
• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Self-motivated, able to work independently and with a project team to completion of a 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.

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

Primary Location

: United States-New York-Albany

Industry

: Water

Schedule

Schedule

: Full-time

Employee Status

Employee Status

: Regular

BusinessClass : WW Treatment and Effluent Mgmt

Job Posting

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

We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employe r.

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

Ready to learn more? Let's work together to make great thingspossible.

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