Water/Wastewater Municipal Engineer

HDR; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Water/Wastewater Municipal Engineer for its Houston office. This full-time role involves preparing crucial construction documents and specifications for water and wastewater treatment projects. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree, a Professional Engineer (PE) license, and experience in civil engineering. Strong communication and leadership skills are essential for coordinating with project teams. Join us to support sustainable water management solutions in communities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field.
• Must possess a Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Experience in the civil engineering sector is essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare construction documents and specifications for water and wastewater projects.
• Coordinate inspection and observation activities as the owner's representative.
• Conduct design development work sessions with project teams.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Civil engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Job description

Water/Wastewater Municipal Engineer

Company: HDR

Locations: Houston, TX and Corpus Christi, TX

Join HDR’s Water Business Group to help shape how communities manage water for generations to come. Your work will support public health, environmental sustainability, and infrastructure resilience.

Primary Responsibilities

• Prepare construction documents, calculations, specifications, analysis and study‑level reports for water and wastewater treatment plants, water distribution, wastewater collection systems, pump stations, site layouts, horizontal and vertical control, grading and drainage, paving, site utilities, etc.
• Perform complex assignments, exercising judgment in evaluation, selection and modification of standard engineering techniques and procedures.
• Serve as owner’s representative: coordinate inspection/observation activities, review and respond to shop drawings, submittals, clarify construction‑related correspondence, and coordinate startup, commissioning and acceptance activities.
• Help coordinate the work of engineers and the multi‑discipline project team throughout the entire project development.
• Conduct work sessions for design development and contract documents with other staff.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Previous experience in general civil engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Demonstrated leadership and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Commitment to being an active participant in our employee‑owned culture.

Company Overview

HDR specializes in engineering, architecture, environmental, and construction services, building a foundation for progress through multidisciplinary teams that include scientists, economists, builders, analysts, and artists. We are committed to diversity and are an equal‑opportunity, affirmative action employer.

Employment

• Schedule: Full‑time.
• Employee Status: Regular.
• Business Class: Water Treatment.
• Industry: Water.
• Seniority Level: Mid‑Senior level.

EEO Statement

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.