Senior Hydraulics Engineer

HDR • Tampa, FL

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About The Position

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?
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.
We believe transportation is more than movement, it’s the foundation of connected, thriving communities. As part of HDR’s Transportation Business Group, you’ll help shape the systems that move people and goods safely, efficiently, and sustainably. From designing resilient highways and iconic bridges to advancing transit, passenger and freight rail, aviation, federal transportation ports and marine infrastructure, your work will directly support economic vitality, public safety, sustainable and resilient communities and quality of life. We bring together planners, engineers, architects, construction management staff, environmental, strategic communications, economists, management consultants and specialists across disciplines to solve complex mobility challenges with innovation, technical excellence, and a deep understanding of community needs. Whether you're modernizing aging infrastructure or pioneering next-generation transportation solutions, your contributions will help define the future of mobility. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead progress, drive meaningful impact, and leave a legacy of smarter, more connected transportation networks. We are all employee-owners at HDR, which is the foundation of our collaborative culture that connects employees around the world.
HDR is currently in search of a Senior Transportation Hydraulics Engineer to work as a lead in our Transportation Business Group. This individual will be expected to provide leadership support in project delivery and business development. Primary duties will include assisting the Transportation Hydraulics Business Class Lead in the development of strategic planning, providing oversight of technical project delivery with a focus on profitability, overseeing quality control, and assisting with staff development and morale. The Transportation Business Group is active in the aviation, transit, freight rail, highway and local roads, and federal market sectors.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree
• A minimum of 10 years experience in all aspects of roadway engineering design
• Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.
• Demonstrated leadership skills, communication skills and ability to work with various teams
• Project management skills desirable
• Experience should include urban and rural highway interchanges, intersection design, traffic management, transportation planning, site planning, preparation of concept alignments, geometrical layout and CAD base alignment plans
• Must have coordinated survey, grading, drainage and utilities and layout of various site items is a plus
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

Nice To Haves

• MS in Civil Engineering or related discipline
• Working experience related to hydraulics engineering or water resource engineering for transportation projects
• Successful project leadership experience
• Strong leadership, planning, mentoring skills and staff management experience
• Project experience and existing relationships with FDOT and municipal clients
• Advanced knowledge of hydraulic engineering concepts and hydraulic modeling programs
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to support marketing efforts
• Ability to work in the office to allow for collaboration

Responsibilities

• Serving as a senior technical leader within a multidisciplinary hydraulic and water resources design team
• Provide strategic direction and oversight for complex infrastructure projects ranging from small-scale improvements to large, multi-phase programs.
• Lead project delivery efforts, including scope development, budgeting, scheduling, and client coordination, ensuring alignment with project goals and regulatory requirements.
• Provide technical leadership in the preparation and review of hydraulic design deliverables, including hydrologic and hydraulic analyses, bridge hydraulic and scour assessments, roadway drainage design, erosion and sediment control, water quality and attenuation systems, and ERP permitting.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers and technical staff, fostering professional growth and ensuring high-quality work through technical reviews and knowledge sharing.
• Collaborate with clients and internal teams to maintain project schedules and budgets and support business development initiatives through proposal preparation and client engagement.
• Contribute to the advancement of the best internal practices, participate in quality assurance/quality control processes, and represent the organization in professional forums, conferences, and industry committees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level