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Water/Wastewater Hydraulic Modeler

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Developing hydraulic models using GIS data and as-built drawings * Collecting and assessing field ... MS Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering * Experience with modeling software applications ...

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AspectEngineering Hydraulic ModelerCivil Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Civil, Mechanical, or Environmental Engineering; hydraulic modeling certificationsBachelor's in Civil, Structural, or Environmental Engineering; licensure often preferred
Work EnvironmentDesigning and analyzing hydraulic systems, working with modeling softwarePlanning, designing, and supervising infrastructure projects including water systems
Industry UsageWater resources, flood management, hydraulic infrastructureConstruction, transportation, water supply, and infrastructure projects

While both roles require engineering degrees and focus on infrastructure, the Engineering Hydraulic Modeler specializes in hydraulic simulations and modeling, whereas the Civil Engineer has a broader scope including project management and design. The Hydraulic Modeler often works closely with Civil Engineers on water-related projects, but their core expertise differs in technical focus.

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Water/Wastewater Hydraulic Modeler

Water/Wastewater Hydraulic Modeler

HDR

San Diego, CA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 7 days ago

HDR rating

9.1

Company rating: 9.1 out of 10

Based on 55 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

20th of 351 rated engineering

Job description

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 work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?
Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'
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.
In the role of Water/Wastewater Hydraulic Modeler, we'll count on you to:
  • Developing hydraulic models using GIS data and as-built drawings
  • Collecting and assessing field data for hydraulic model calibration
  • Analyzing flow, demand, population, water quality, and facilities condition data
  • Performing hydraulic analyses utilizing a variety of software programs
  • Performing technical research into product information, design codes, and regulatory standards
  • Preparing technical reports and master plans, including the development of text, tables and figures
  • Communicating effectively with all project team members
  • Maintaining task/project budgets and schedules
  • Managing multiple priorities and deadlines
  • Assisting with marketing activities, including client outreach and proposal development
  • Maintaining professional competency, which may require attending education classes and seminars, reading professional publications, and attending professional society meetings #LI-JF1

Keywords: Water/Wastewater Hydraulic Modeler, hydraulic modeling, InfoWater, InfoSewer, InfoWorks ICM, InfoSWMM, XPSWMM, SewerGEMs, WaterGEMs, EPANet, ArcGIS/ArcGIS Pro, water/wastewater planning, hydraulic analysi
Preferred Qualifications
  • MS Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering
  • Experience with modeling software applications such as InfoWater, InfoSewer, InfoWorks ICM, InfoSWMM, XPSWMM, SewerGEMs, WaterGEMs, EPANet, and ArcGIS/ArcGIS Pro
  • Strong understanding of best practices for developing, calibrating, and using hydraulic models and managing GIS databases
  • Strong interest in a career in water/wastewater planning and hydraulic analysis
  • Proficiency in fundamentals of water/wastewater hydraulics and the analysis of demand and supply aspects of both pressure and gravity pipe systems and pump stations
  • Proficiency in Microsoft tools including Outlook, Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint
  • Excellent computational analytics, writing and communication skills

Qualifications
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent field
  • Previous experience executing technical studies, analyses, and/or designing and creating plans and specifications for water focused projects
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license
  • Ability to make independent decisions and be accountable for the results
  • Self-motivated, able to work independently and with a project team to completion of a 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.

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About HDR

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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.

Industry

Specialized design services

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Omaha, NE, US

Year founded

1917

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