Water / Wastewater Designer / EIT
Pittsburgh, PA 
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About Us

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. That's why we believe diversity is our greatest strength. HDR is proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace and an affirmative-action employer.

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We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That coloring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. And that small details yield important realizations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward.

Primary Responsibilities

HDR is currently in need of a Water/Wastewater Designer to work as a member of the Water Business Group. The successful candidate will be expected to work as a team member for studies and/or detailed design and construction services for water/wastewater treatment plants, pump stations, and collection/distribution systems.
  • Create detailed designs of water/wastewater treatment plants, pump stations, and collection/distribution systems.
  • Prepare drawings to write specifications, analysis, and study-level reports for water and wastewater systems, determine appropriate design methods, equipment sizing and selection, and cost estimation.
  • Assist the project manager throughout the design and construction phases of projects.
  • Perform other duties as needed.
Keywords: Water, Wastewater, Treatment, Pumpstation, Pipeline, Civil, Environmental, EIT, Engineering, Construction, Hydraulic
Qualifications

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's in Civil, Environmental, Chemical Engineering, or other Water/Wastewater Engineering related field
  • EIT or ability to obtain within 12 months. Candidates hired without their EIT will have the title "Water/Wastewater Designer" until they receive their EIT.
  • Self-motivated, an excellent communicator (written and verbal), attentive to detail, and able to work independently
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office
  • An attitude and commitment to being an active participant in our employee-owned culture

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master's degree in a related field
  • Experience in evaluating, designing, and/or developing drawings and specifications for water/wastewater treatment facilities and pump station projects
  • Experience with Microsoft Project or Primavera project management software
  • MicroStation and/or AutoCAD experience
  • Preference is given to local candidates

Why HDR

At HDR, we know work isn't only about who you work for it's also about what you do and how you do it. Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other's contributions, and collaborate together to make great things possible. When you join HDR, we give you license to do the same. We help you take charge of your career, giving you multiple growth opportunities along the way.

Primary Location: United States-Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh
Other Locations: United States-Pennsylvania-Philadelphia, United States-Pennsylvania-Plymouth Meeting
Industry: Water
Schedule: Full-time
Employee Status: Regular
BusinessClass: WW Treatment and Effluent Mgmt
Job Posting: Oct 31, 2023

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.

 

Job Summary
Company
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
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