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Transportation Hydraulics Engineer

Columbus, OH · On-site

$78K - $102K/yr

Preferred Qualifications * 3+ years of experience in Drainage engineering projects * Strong leadership, planning, mentoring and staff management experience * Technical proficiency in hydrologic and ...

Preferred Qualifications * 3+ years of experience in Drainage engineering projects * Strong leadership, planning, mentoring and staff management experience * Technical proficiency in hydrologic and ...

Active Engineering Intern (EI) certification as a minimum, Professional Engineer (PE) license a strong plus. * 5-15 years of professional engineering experience, particularly in hydrologic and ...

Active Engineering Intern (EI) certification as a minimum, Professional Engineer (PE) license a strong plus. * 5-15 years of professional engineering experience, particularly in hydrologic and ...

Senior Engineer

Delaware, OH · On-site

$115K - $125K/yr

Duties also include analyzing a variety of transportation and engineering studies, reviewing and approving various plan submissions and performing drainage and hydrology calculations. Incumbent ...

Project Engineer

Delaware, OH · On-site

$92K - $108K/yr

Duties also include analyzing a variety of transportation and engineering studies, reviewing and approving various plan submissions and performing drainage and hydrology calculations. Employee ...

Duties also include analyzing a variety of transportation and engineering studies, reviewing and approving various plan submissions and performing drainage and hydrology calculations. Incumbent ...

Duties also include analyzing a variety of transportation and engineering studies, reviewing and approving various plan submissions and performing drainage and hydrology calculations. Employee ...

WATER RESOURCES ENGINEER, PE

New Albany, OH · On-site

$75K - $103K/yr

Works independently and as part of a collaborative team with other engineering professionals around the company. * Conduct and oversee hydrologic and hydraulic modeling for watersheds, streams ...

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Transportation Hydraulics Engineer

HDR

Columbus, OH • On-site

$78K - $102K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 11 days ago


HDR rating

9.2

Company rating: 9.2 out of 10

Based on 58 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

33rd of 447 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 foster a culture of inclusion throughout our 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.
HDR currently has an opening for a Transportation Hydraulics Engineer to join our team in the Ohio Offices.
The primary duties are to provide project engineering, task management and project management with a focus on transportation projects and public transportation clients throughout the Midwest Region. Anticipated work tasks may include; conduct hydrologic and hydraulic modeling; conduct stormwater collection systems modeling and design, conduct stormwater management 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. Will work independently as well as plan, organize, and lead small to medium groups of professionals and technicians dependent on project/task. Will conduct water resources planning, plan formulation, concept development, and develop planning documentation. Will assist in stormwater permitting efforts. Will be involved with and lead teams in highway drainage design and plan production for ODOT and Municipal clients, drainage analysis and documentation, and stormwater management design & permitting and project management.
Preferred Qualifications
  • 3+ years of experience in Drainage engineering projects
  • Strong leadership, planning, mentoring and staff management experience
  • Technical proficiency in hydrologic and hydraulic design and analysis, modeling, and preparing drainage reports.
  • Previous work experience with A/E/C firm

Keywords: Transportation Hydraulics Engineer, Drainage Engineer, Water Resources Engineer, Hydraulic Engineer, Hydrologic Engineer, Hydrologic Modeling, Hydraulic Modeling, Stormwater Modeling & Design, Stormwater Management, Stormwater Collection Systems, Flood Control Design, Detention Facility Design, Highway Drainage Design, Drainage Analysis, Water Resources Planning, Engineering Calculations, Technical Report Writing, Engineering Plans & Specifications, Hydrology & Hydraulics (H&H) Analysis, Stormwater Permitting, Drainage Reports, Data Analysis & Presentation, Concept Development, Plan Production, Infrastructure Design, Hydrologic Analysis, Hydraulic Modeling (1D / 2D), H&H Modeling (Hydrology & Hydraulics), Stormwater Management Systems, Drainage Design & Analysis, Flood Mitigation & Floodplain Analysis, Stream Restoration & Rehabilitation, Scour Analysis / Scour Investigations, Erosion & Sediment Control, Culvert & Bridge Hydraulics, Stormwater Collection Systems, Water Resources Infrastructure Design, HEC-RAS (1D/2D), HEC-HMS, SRH-2D, AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation / OpenRoads Designer, StormCAD, ArcGIS Pro
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Qualifications
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent field
  • Previous experience in water resources engineering projects
  • Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • 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