Water/Wastewater Project Engineer

HDR; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Water/Wastewater Project Engineer in Newport News, Virginia. The role involves complex engineering assignments, decision-making on design procedures, and supervising a small team. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, at least 5 years of relevant experience, and a professional license. Strong commitment to collaborative culture and active participation is essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in designing water and wastewater projects.
• Professional engineering license required.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex engineering assignments.
• Make decisions on design and engineering procedures.
• Supervise small staff of professionals.

Skills

Project management

Engineering judgment

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent

MS

Job description

Water/Wastewater Project Engineer at HDR

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-Virginia Beach

Other Locations: United States-Virginia-Newport News

Industry: Water

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Regular

BusinessClass: WW Treatment and Effluent Mgmt

Job Posting: Sep 30, 2025

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.hdrinc.com/equal-employment-opportunity-employer). We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.