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HDR lists this Senior Structural Engineer - Water Infrastructure opportunity in seattle, Washington. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
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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?
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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 water is more than a resource, it’s a shared responsibility. As part of our Water Business Group, you’ll help shape how communities manage water for generations to come. From delivering safe drinking water and treating wastewater responsibly to developing sustainable water supplies and protecting lives and property through flood control, your work will directly support public health, environmental sustainability, and infrastructure resilience. We bring together experts across disciplines to solve complex challenges with bold thinking and technical excellence. Whether you’re modernizing aging systems or pioneering innovative approaches, your contributions will make a meaningful difference in people’s lives. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead change, drive progress, and leave a lasting legacy.
In the role of Senior Structural Engineer – Water Infrastructure, we’ll count on you to:
Lead structural design of water and wastewater treatment plants, water resource facilities projects, hydropower/fisheries fields, water containing structures, storm water storage and CSOs, pump stations, fish passages, fish holding and rearing structures, fish hatcheries, water conveying facilities, canals, pipelines, penstocks, intakes, diversion and barrier dam structures, and other water conveying and containment systems and facilities
Assist with marketing, proposals, interviews, project production, and related issues
See that all work is planned, organized, controlled and evaluated through proactive project management system
Implement, monitor and support company policy
Select, train, develop and manage technical personnel
Serve as a technical expert with recognized authority in structural engineering as it relates to projects; resolve problems of greater scope and complexity
Plan and develop projects or design activities
Plan, organize and supervise work of medium to large staff of professionals and technicians
Serve as Project Manager on larger projects, though project management is not sole focus of position
Plan, direct and monitor all structural aspects of large multi‑discipline projects or medium‑sized projects with high degree of technical complexity, typically involving a large project staff
Produce and coordinate several projects concurrently
Establish client relations and be involved with marketing, contractual, design and production meetings
Coordinate staffing and workload of staff through entire project development to complete documents on schedule
Conduct schematic, design development and contract document work sessions in conjunction with other Project Managers, appropriate technical professionals and other disciplines
Serve as a technical expert with recognized authority in structural engineering as it relates to projects; resolve problems of greater scope and complexity
Serve as Project Manager on larger projects, though project management is not sole focus of position
Perform other duties as needed
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in Architectural Engineering, Structural emphasis
Experience with water infrastructure and water bearing, holding, conveying structures
Experience in project management
Strong communication and listening skills
Ability to handle multiple assignments
Good leadership and organizational skills
Proficiency with finite element structural design software such as STAAD PRO, RISA, RISA 3D, RISA Foundations, RISA Connections, SAP2000, Tedds, Enercalcs etc., as well as seismic and wind requirements of International Building Code and ASCE‑7.
Knowledge of AutoCAD, Revit, BIM 360.
Experience with ACI 350 structures
Experience with structural condition assessment, repair, and rehabilitation
Experience and/or interest in sustainable design/LEED
Active Industry Engagement
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
A minimum of 10 years structural engineering experience as it relates to building design
Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license
Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, RAM, ETABS, SAFE or similar analytical software
Experience in design calculations and layouts
Ability to design and detail in steel, concrete, masonry and wood
Requires understanding of gravity analysis and lateral analysis
Previous experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm
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.
Primary Location
United States‑Washington‑Bellevue
Other Locations
United States‑Washington‑Seattle, United States‑Washington‑Everett
Industry
Building Engineering
Schedule
Full‑time
Employee Status
Regular
Business Class
Building Structural
Job Posting
Nov 18, 2025
Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Management, Consulting, and Engineering Civil Engineering, Industrial Machinery Manufacturing, and Architecture and Planning
At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.
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Worksite address
seattle, WA, 98127, US
Who can apply
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