Water/Wastewater Project Engineer

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR, a leader in water resources, seeks a Water/Wastewater Project Engineer to join our Hawaii team. You will design drinking water and wastewater infrastructure and mentor junior engineers from our Honolulu or Maui offices.

This role emphasizes complex analyses, construction documentation, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. Required: Civil Engineering degree and PE license, 4+ years of related design experience, and the ability to work independently within an employee-owned

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent field.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• 4+ years of experience designing water and wastewater projects.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently and with a project team.
• Active participant of employee-owned culture.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex engineering analyses and design.
• Design site and utility infrastructure for drinking water and wastewater.
• Prepare construction plans, specifications and estimates.
• Mentor entry-level engineers.
• Lead small to medium projects as needed.
• Support marketing and business development activities.
• Conduct site visits and field investigations.
• Review material submittals and RFIs during construction.

Skills

PE license

Self-motivated

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

MS in Civil/Water Resources (preferred)

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?

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 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.

HDR has operated in Hawaii, Guam and throughout the Indo-Pacific region for 40 years, and we are currently one of the largest providers of Architecture and Engineering services in the region. Our Project Managers and Engineers collaborate with a team of local Hawaii-based small business to deliver the most challenging projects from Diego Garcia to Hawaii, from Australia to Japan. We also have the capability to reach back to over 13,000 employees worldwide when specialized expertise is needed. We have a record of outstanding, award winning performance delivering projects in Hawaii and throughout the Pacific.

In the role of Water/Wastewater Project Engineer, we'll count on you to:

• Take responsibility for performing complex assignments utilizing judgment in performing engineering analyses and design.


• Work on project teams including Senior Engineers and EITs on the design of site development and water infrastructure projects including water and wastewater treatment systems.


• Design site and utility infrastructure systems related to drinking water, wastewater, and water resources including the development and preparation of the construction plans, specifications and estimates of construction cost.


• Prepare preliminary engineering reports or studies.


• Complete engineering calculations to support design decisions and recommendations.


• Perform site visits and field investigations when required.


• Assist with engineering services during construction including review of material submittals and requests for information.


• Function as a project manager on small and medium sized projects as needed.


• Supervise and mentor entry-level engineers.


• Work with local team to perform marketing and business development activities as needed.


• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• MS


• A minimum of 4 years of experience designing and creating plans and specifications for water and wastewater projects

POSITION CAN BE BASED IN HONOLULU OR MAUI

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.

Primary Location

POSITION CAN BE BASED IN HONOLULU OR MAUI

Other Locations

United States-Hawaii-Maui

Industry

Water

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

BusinessClass : WW Treatment and Effluent Mgmt

Job Posting

Jul 22, 2026

Employment Equity Statement

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

We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employ e r.

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