Hydraulics Engineer

Overview

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:
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We believe transportation is more than movement, it's the foundation of connected, thriving communities. As part of HDR’s Transportation Business Group, you’ll help shape the systems that move people and goods safely, efficiently, and sustainably. From designing resilient highways and iconic bridges to advancing transit, passenger and freight rail, aviation, federal transportation ports and marine infrastructure, your work will directly support economic vitality, public safety, sustainable and resilient communities and quality of life.

We bring together planners, engineers, architects, construction management staff, environmental, strategic communications, economists, management consultants and specialists across disciplines to solve complex mobility challenges with innovation, technical excellence, and a deep understanding of community needs. Whether you’re modernizing aging infrastructure or pioneering next-generation transportation solutions, your contributions will help define the future of mobility. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead progress, drive meaningful impact, and leave a legacy of smarter, more connected transportation networks.

We are all employee-owners at HDR, which is the foundation of our collaborative culture that connects employees around the world.

• Provide project engineering and task management, conduct difficult to complex hydraulic and hydrologic modeling; conduct stormwater collection systems modeling and design; collect, assimilate and present data in reports, memos and public forums; lead production of design calculations and technical reports; and lead preparation of engineering plans and specifications for design of detention facilities, storm drains, flood control facilities and other hydraulic structures.

• Work independently in addition to planning, organizing and assisting groups of medium to large teams of professionals and technicians dependent on project/task.

• Conduct hydraulics planning, plan formulation and concept development, and develop planning documentation.

• Assist in water resources permitting efforts.

• Perform other duties as needed.

• Master’s degree.
• Previous experience in water resources engineering projects.
• Proficiency with Microstation, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and GIS and using pipe networks in Civil 3D.
• Proficiency with design software as appropriate such as Hydraflow, Storm
  
  CAD, Civil Storm, HY-8, Storm and Sanitary Analysis, Hydro
  
  CAD, Flowmaster, and Info Drainage.
• Strong understanding of the FHWA and MDT Hydraulic Design Manual.
• Knowledge of culvert/pipe rehabilitation methodologies.
• Proficiency with stormwater treatment design.
• A minimum of 3 years experience in hydraulics engineering projects.

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Previous experience in all aspects of roadway engineering design.
• Professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered (e.g., PE or P.Eng).

  Experience should include urban and rural highway interchanges, intersection design, traffic management, transportation planning, site planning, preparation of concept alignments, geometrical layout and CAD base alignment plans.

• Hands‑on experience with Highways and Roads CAD engineering software such as Bentley Concept Station, Open Roads Designer and/or Autodesk Infraworks and Civil 3D.
• MS Office knowledge.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must.

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 away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location.

(Stated benefits are for full‑time regular positions. Temporary and part‑time roles eligible for limited benefits.) Montana: $89,310‑$105,070.