Civil Engineer

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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.

Civil Engineer (Water Resources Focus) - Northern California

HDR's Northern California Civil Design Section is seeking a mid-level, Licensed Civil Engineer who is passionate about water resources and environmental resilience to help deliver impactful, water-focused infrastructure projects. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to meaningful work that supports flood protection, ecosystem restoration, and sustainable water systems across the region.

You'll collaborate with and be mentored by experienced senior engineers while taking on increasing responsibility in the design and delivery of complex water projects. If you're driven by protecting communities, restoring natural systems, and shaping resilient water infrastructure, this role is for you.

What You'll Work On

Levees, dams, and flood risk reduction systems

Wetland and habitat restoration projects

Water conveyance and hydraulic infrastructure

Nature-based and multi-benefit water solutions

Primary Responsibilities

In this role, you will:

Lead or support the development of construction documents for water resources projects, including plans, specifications, and design reports

Collaborate across disciplines to deliver integrated solutions for complex hydraulic and civil systems

Develop innovative, sustainable solutions to address unique water resource challenges, including projects with limited prescriptive guidance

Prepare engineering calculations, cost estimates, bid schedules, and technical documentation

Manage and contribute to projects within budgets and schedules

Coordinate design efforts with AutoCAD/Civil 3D designers and drafters; perform design work directly as needed

Conduct site visits and field assessments to verify existing conditions and inform design decisions

Mentor junior engineers and contribute to a collaborative team environment

Support projects from concept through construction, gaining exposure to real-world implementation

What Makes This Role Unique

Work on mission-driven water projects that improve community resilience

Be part of a team shaping California's water future through both traditional and nature-based solutions

Gain hands-on experience across a diverse portfolio of civil design projects

Learn directly from industry leaders in water resources and infrastructure design

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in water resources and civil infrastructure design projects

Field experience supporting construction of water or civil infrastructure projects

Familiarity with levees, dams, stormwater systems, or restoration projects

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent field
• Previous experience in water resources engineering projects
• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

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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.

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