Water/Wastewater Project Engineer

HDR, Inc.; Glen Allen (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR, Inc. is seeking a Water/Wastewater Project Engineer to contribute to design and specifications for water and wastewater projects in the United States. You will support project management on mid-size projects and perform complex engineering tasks with sound judgment.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, a PE license, and at least 5 years of relevant experience; an MS is preferred, with local candidates prioritized.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license recognized by licensing board.
• Self-motivated, able to work independently and with a project team.
• 5+ years of experience designing water and wastewater projects.
• Preference for local candidates.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Self-motivated

Teamwork

Project management

5 years experience in water/wastewater

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Master of Science in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

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.

In the role of Water / Wastewater Project 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

• MS
• A minimum of 5 years experience designing and creating plans and specifications for water and wastewater projects
• Preference given to local candidates

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent field
• Previous experience designing and creating plans and specifications for water and wastewater projects
• Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) 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.

Primary Location: United States-Virginia-Glen Allen

Industry: Water

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Regular

BusinessClass: WW Treatment and Effluent Mgmt

Job Posting: Sep 30, 2025