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.
Primary Responsibilities
In the role of Water Resources EIT, we'll count on you to:
- Work under project engineers on the application of various design engineering and modeling techniques in the development of water resource projects for federal, state, and local clients.
- Water Resources EITs typically work on technical analyses and design tasks related to riverine modeling, reservoir operations, habitat restoration, hydraulic systems operations, hydraulic structure performance, erosion countermeasures, flood risk, sea level rise, coastal restoration, and water conveyance systems.
- Focus on hydraulics and hydrology modeling, stormwater collection systems modeling, data collection, assimilation, and presentations
- Focus on projects including flood control, river design, stream grade control structures, dike systems, levees, stream channel restoration/rehabilitation, wetland and lake restoration, watershed issues and non-point source loading and point source design
- Produce design calculations, draft technical reports, and perform water resources studies.
- Perform other duties as needed
Required Qualifications
- Must have bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, or similar (e.g. environmental engineering),
- Must have strong communication skills (e.g. written and oral),
- Must be skilled user of Microsoft suite including: Word, Excel, PowerPoint,
- Must have strong interpersonal skills,
- Must have strong analytical skills,
- Must work well both in group settings and independently,
- Be very motivated to start a career in water resources engineering and planning with an attitude and commitment to being an active employee owned culture participant
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree in civil engineering - water resources, or similar (e.g. environmental engineering)
- California EIT. Candidate without their EIT license will be called a Water Resources Coordinator and will be expected to obtain their EIT for career progression.
- Some working experience in water resources engineering, hydrology, and/or hydraulics preferred but not required.
- GIS experience, geospatial analysis experience
- Experience with hydraulic or hydrologic preferred HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, HEC-ResSim
- Computer programming language experience preferred: Python, VBA, etc.
- Local candidates preferred
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.
We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time off, parental leave, paid holidays, 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonuses and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position is $67,320.00 - $91,080.00 annually depending upon skills, experience, education and geographical location.
Primary Location
United States-California-Sacramento
Other Locations
United States-California-Folsom
Industry
Water
Schedule
Full-time
Employee Status
Regular
BusinessClass
Dams Levees Civil Works
Job Posting
Feb 17, 2023
At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity in all of our offices. USA: We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified candidates regardless of minority, veteran, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or any other status protected by law. CANADA: We welcome applications from all qualified individuals. AUSTRALIA: We consider all qualified candidates regardless of gender, ethnicity, country of birth, political or religious affiliation, health status, or any other status protected by law.
Health and safety is also our priority. For some positions, you may be required to provide drug and alcohol testing, before or during employment, based on our Drug Testing and Drug Free Workplace Policy. If you are required to drive for us, we require a valid driver's license and compliance with our vehicle policy.