Senior Stormwater Engineer

Position Overview

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each individual is valued, respected, and empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. We weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work, fostering a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities. In the role of Senior Stormwater Engineer, you will help design and manage stormwater systems—from developing detention facilities and flood control structures to implementing green stormwater infrastructure—that make a positive impact locally and around the world.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide project and task management; collect, assimilate, and present data in reports, memos, and public forums; lead engineers in producing design calculations and technical reports; and prepare engineering plans and specifications for detention facilities, storm drains, flood control facilities, and other hydraulic structures.
• Work independently while planning, organizing, and supervising the work of medium to large teams of professionals and technicians.
• Understand and apply the principles, practices, and methods of public works design and construction for stormwater management systems.
• Interpret and implement stormwater regulatory requirements and standards, such as the Ecology Stormwater Management Manual, along with local design requirements.
• Design green stormwater infrastructure and other best management practices.
• Identify multiple solutions to problems and collaborate with your team to select the preferred approach.
• Interpret and explain technical information to diverse audiences in both technical and non-technical formats.
• Support the professional development of less experienced engineers.
• Serve as project manager on larger projects as needed.
• Prepare proposals, scopes of work, and contract cost estimates.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or an equivalent field
• Experience Required: A minimum of 10 years of water resources experience
• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Proficiency with HEC-1, HEC-RAS, GEO-RAS, Storm CAD, and Haestad Methods
• Experience in water resources planning, hydrology/hydraulics, and drainage/flood control design
• Familiarity with DOT drainage design criteria
• Experience in FEMA studies is a plus
• Excellent writing and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a project team
• A commitment to being an active participant in our employee-owned culture

Preferred Qualifications

• MSCE
• Stormwater industry certifications such as APWA CSM and CESCL
• Knowledge and experience with Washington state stormwater codes, manuals, and programs