About Us

At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists. That's why we believe diversity is our greatest strength. HDR is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.

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We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That coloring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. And that small details yield important realizations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward.

HDR is currently in need of an experienced Water / Wastewater Project Engineer to work as a key representative of the Mid-Atlantic Water Business Group (WBG). The successful candidate will be expected to work as a team member for preliminary engineering, studies, detailed design and construction services for water / wastewater treatment plants, developing proposals (e.g. scope and fee), and pumping stations. The candidate will have an immediate opportunity to begin developing skillsets associated with Project Management, Design Management, and client-facing responsibilities by supporting a variety of Senior Project Managers and Client Managers in our business group.

Primary Responsibilities

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

Assist and lead designs that are multi-disciplinary from concept, planning, design, and through completion of constructionProcess mechanical designHydraulic and other design calculationsPreparation of design drawings and technical specificationsEquipment selection and evaluationConstruction cost estimationConstruction administration services, including field inspections, shop drawing reviews, and coordination with contractors through request for information reviews, field orders, work change directives, and change orders. Perform other duties as needed

HDR’s Mid-Atlantic WBG is engaged with clients across Maryland and Virginia to deliver some of their largest and most critical infrastructure projects as well as many opportunities with various basic ordering agreements. The strength of our program, as well as the diversity of projects and clients, provides tremendous career development and growth opportunities. We’re focused on hiring staff that will contribute positively to HDR’s employee-ownership culture while serving our local client’s greatest needs.

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Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, Mechanical Engineering or related disciplineExperience designing and creating plans and specifications for water and wastewater projects and drinking water related projectsPE licenseMust have excellent communication skills and thrive working in a team environmentA personality, disposition, and commitment to being an active participant of our client-focused employee-owned cultureExperience using the Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred Qualifications

Master's Degree preferred5 years experience strongly preferredExperience utilizing Revit, Civil 3D, hydraulic software/tools, pump selection software/tools as a part of project deliveryProject and design management (i.e. lead multi-discipline designs) skillsPreference given to local candidates

Why HDR

At HDR, we know work isn't only about who you work for it's also about what you do and how you do it. Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other's contributions, and collaborate together to make great things possible. When you join HDR, we give you license to do the same. We help you take charge of your career, giving you multiple growth opportunities along the way.

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