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.

HDR is hiring an experienced Senior Stormwater/Water/Wastewater Pump Station Lead to work as a member of one of our growing offices in the East region.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the development and production of pump system analysis and design packages, including, but not limited to system head curves, pump intake design, pump station layout and design, pumping equipment specification, and confirm the designs comply with current design standards
• Evaluate existing pump system operation and condition and provide recommendation on rehabilitation and replacement of pumps and ancillary systems
• Support development of strategic opportunities within the WBG
• Mentor and develop staff that are involved in pump system design
• Support our Pump Station Practice Lead and Business Class director in providing technical direction and oversight of pump system projects across HDR
• Perform project and task management for system analysis and design projects for public clients as well private development clients
• Mentor civil and mechanical engineers that are involved in pump system design
• Participate in business development, including client interaction, proposal development, and participation in professional societies
• Have growth potential for supervisory and oversight of pump system design staff.
• Perform other duties as needed

Keywords: Pump Station, Water, Wastewater, Stormwater, Water Resources, Engineering, Civil, Mechanical, Construction, Project Manager, Program Manager, Flood Protection, Drinking Water, Treatment, Conveyance

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline
• Minimum of 10 years' of experience in the design and assessment of pump system projects
• PE License
• Strong technical background in pump hydraulics engineering, pump intake design, pumping equipment design, pump system design, and pump operation.
• Experience with design codes such as HI, ANSI and AWWA.
• Ability to work with and support cross functional project teams.
• Excellent communication skills and working as a team player.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree is desirable
• 20+ years of relevant experience is preferred
• Experience with CFD and physical modeling.
• Experience in large scale pump station condition assessment, design and rehabilitation
• Robust interpersonal skills and professional demeanor appropriate for interacting with clients, other design professionals and colleagues

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.

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 off, parental leave, paid holidays, 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonuses and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location.

The expected compensation range for this position in New York is $144,988 - $207,125 annually.