Irrigation Water Engineer

Overview

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HDR is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and to creating an inclusive environment where each of us is valued and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day. HDR's Water Business Group focuses on water resources planning, hydrology / hydraulics, drainage, flood control design, and irrigation to support communities and public health, environmental sustainability, and infrastructure resilience.

Primary Responsibilities

HDR Engineering is in search of an experienced Irrigation Water Engineer to join our Montana team and be an integral part of our growing irrigation practice. The engineer will lead the production of project deliverables from planning and initial design calculations to final reporting and development of plans and specs. Focused on large civil works projects such as detention facilities, irrigation pumping and conveyance facilities (including diversion and control structures), reservoirs, and other hydraulic structures, the role will contribute within Montana and the surrounding region.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor\'s degree in Engineering or equivalent field
• Previous experience in water resources engineering projects
• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Experience with HEC-1, HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, GEO-RAS, storm drain system analysis
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture

Preferred Qualifications

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. Our eight Employee Network Groups foster belonging and support for all employees.

HDR provides a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, health, and success, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, paid time off, parental leave, holidays, 401(k) with employer match, and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position is $70,000 - $105,000 annually, based on skills, experience, education, and location (full-time regular positions; temporary / part-time roles eligible for limited benefits).

Location & Schedule

Primary Location : United States-Montana-Missoula. Other locations include United States-Montana-Billings, Helena, Kalispell, Bozeman, and Butte. Schedule : Full-time. Employee Status : Regular. Industry : Water. BusinessClass : Water Supply Management.

Job Posting : Oct 9, 2025

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, HDR is committed to employment equity and affirmative action. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories. https : / / www.hdrinc.com / equal-employment-opportunity-employer

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