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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HDR's Little Rock team is growing and we are looking for a talented engineer with an entrepreneurial spirit that would enjoy the process of building up our practice in Arkansas. In addition to this, the Water/Wastewater Engineer will perform complex assignments exercising judgment in the evaluation, selection, and modification of standard engineering techniques and procedures.

Primary Responsibilities

• Creating detailed designs of water/wastewater treatment, pump stations, and collection/distribution systems, including plans and specifications, site layouts, and size and select equipment.
• Preparing cost opinions and writing technical documents.
• Performing life cycle cost analyses and process calculations and performing hydraulic analysis calculations to develop hydraulic profiles.
• Preparing process and civil design drawings and coordinating with BIM/CADD technicians for construction plans production.
• Supporting construction phase implementation of infrastructure improvements by providing engineering services and serving as owner's representative.

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Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related field
• At least 4 years of applicable experience
• Experience designing and creating plans and specifications with some prior experience in water and wastewater projects
• PE or ability to obtain within a year of hire; those hired without their PE will have an EIT title
• Self-motivated, able to work independently and with a project team to the completion of a task
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant in our employee-owned culture is a must

Preferred Qualifications

• MSCE
• 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.