At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?
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Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.
Primary Responsibilities:
Our team focuses on the design of water and wastewater treatment plants, collection systems and pipelines and/or water resource management. The ideal candidate will have a technical interest and be responsible for assisting and preparing plans for water and wastewater systems, writing specifications, performing analyses, and assembling study-level reports. Candidate may also be involved in determining appropriate design methods as well as equipment sizing and selection in coordination with other HDR staff and clients.
As a Water/Wastewater EIT/Coordinator, this is a great opportunity to work on projects that could include gravity sanitary sewers and force mains, water distribution and transmission pipelines, water and wastewater pump stations, water and wastewater treatment facilities, and related infrastructure projects. Additional duties could include technical investigation and analysis of various detailed studies and preparing reports relating to equipment, stormwater management, drainage system infrastructure, watershed and water supply planning, field work/investigation, and other environmental matters in the area of water resource management. Provide hydrologic/hydraulic modeling support for stormwater improvement projects, master plans, flood studies, and similar water resource management projects. Additional responsibilities may include:
Support and advise civil/process water engineers and technical staff in other disciplines and sections; complete technical analysis, write reports and technical memorandums, coordinate with sub-consultants, support senior staff to maintain project schedules and budgets, and produce documents in accordance with project scopes and quality program procedures.
May have periodic contact with clients regarding ongoing projects and tasks.
Carry out site reconnaissance visits and develop permit application documents and drawings.
Perform other duties as needed
Preferred Qualifications:
Demonstrated knowledge of software packages related to field of study/industry
EIT certification strongly preferred. Candidates hired without their EIT will have the title of "Coordinator" and will be expected to obtain their EIT for career progression
Preference given to local candidates
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Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent field
Experienced with Microsoft Office Suite, standard CAD platforms such as AutoCAD, and hydraulic modeling software
Self-motivated, able to work independently and with a project team to completion of task
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
What We Believe
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.
Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.
Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.
Primary Location:United States-Michigan-Ann Arbor
Other Locations:United States-Michigan-Lansing
Industry:Water
Schedule:Full-time
Employee Status:Regular
BusinessClass:Water Treatment
Job Posting:Aug 28, 2025
At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.
USA: We are a Federal Contractor, 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.
At HDR, health and safety matters.
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.
