Water/Wastewater Project Engineer

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in Virginia Beach seeks a Civil Engineer with a Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of experience in water and wastewater project design. The role involves complex engineering responsibilities, project management, and requires a recognized professional engineering license. A collaborative attitude and independence are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience designing water and wastewater projects required.
• Professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex assignments with judgment in engineering techniques.
• Make decisions on design and engineering procedures.
• Function as technical specialist or project manager on midsize projects.

Skills

Self‑motivated

Technical judgment

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

MS

Job description

At HDR, our employee‑owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected. We empower authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. By fostering a culture of inclusion throughout our company and communities, we constantly ask: What is our impact on the world? Watch our story at 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.

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

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

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.

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