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 looking for a Senior Engineer to join our Water team in Austin or San Antonio, TX with a technical background in water and wastewater utility relocation and coordination. The successful candidate will be able to work in a fast-paced environment, lead and prioritize multiple ongoing designs and deadlines, and function as part of a larger utility relocation team to bring delivery excellence to our clients.

Primary Responsibilities

In the role of Senior Engineer, we'll count on you to:

• Lead the design efforts of linear water and wastewater utility projects including drawing preparation
• Engage other engineers and younger Engineer-in-Training staff to manage priorities and meet deadlines
• Perform QA/QC on water and wastewater designs
• Coordinate with various groups of City Departments, Clients, HDR teammates, subconsultants and directly with utility owners
• Perform continued support for the design during construction phases
• Support activities as part of our Austin Water Utilities client management team, including leading meetings with AW plan reviewers
• Ability to coordinate plan review sessions and coordinate waivers with Austin Water
• Perform other duties as needed

Required Qualifications

• BS in Civil, Environmental, or Mechanical Engineering required
• PE
• 8+ years of relevant linear water and wastewater design experience
• Excellent communication skills and thrive working in a team environment
• An attitude and commitment to be an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

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.