Civil Engineer (Water Resources Focus) - Northern CaliforniaHDR'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 & highly reputable Senior Engineers while taking on increasing responsibility in the design and delivery of complex water infrstructure projects. If you're driven by protecting communities, restoring natural systems, and shaping resilient water infrastructure, this role is for you.
Projects 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
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
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QualificationsRequired 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
