Civil Engineer - Fisheries

Civil Engineer - Fisheries

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 work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves : What is our impact on the world?

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 currently seeking an experienced Civil, Mechanical, or Structural Engineer to lead engineering design tasks in the planning and design of fish hatcheries and aquaculture systems throughout the United States and Canada. The successful candidate will lead technical design tasks, perform engineering design, and expand their technical capabilities in the field. Experience in the design of upstream and downstream fish collection facilities, fish passage and screening, acclimation facilities, and aquaculture water treatment is desirable. We also welcome candidates with experience in engineering design of drinking water, wastewater, or raw water systems, pump stations, water or wastewater treatment, or water resource projects with a strong desire to become a proficient practitioner in fish hatcheries and aquaculture. Experience in the development of plans and specifications for bidding and construction is especially valued. The successful candidate will join a strong fisheries team and have the opportunity to mentor directly with nationally recognized senior fisheries engineers and biologists.

The preferred location for this position is in Washington (Seattle, Bellevue, Everett, Gig Harbor, Olympia, Pasco, Spokane) although other locations and hybrid arrangements may be possible depending on experience.

Primary Responsibilities

In the role of Civil Engineer - Fisheries, we'll count on you to :

• Develop plans and specifications for bidding and construction documents of new and renovations to existing fish hatcheries and aquaculture facilities.
• Develop designs to meet industry standards and federal and local codes, laws, and regulations, including development of engineering calculations, technical memoranda, reports, alternative development and evaluation, feasibility analysis, and long-term planning documents.
• Communicate with and solicit input from owners, operations and maintenance staff, regulatory agencies, construction contractors, subconsultants, and other stakeholders through meetings, presentations, and direct communication. Communication will include development of and assistance with PowerPoint presentations, figures, conceptual drawings, meeting agendas, and meeting minutes.
• Analyze existing and design new water supply, drainage and treatment systems, open channel conveyance systems, pressurized and open channel pipe networks, raw water intakes, site layouts, building function, concrete and earthen holding and rearing ponds and raceways, RAS and PRAS systems, pump stations, pollution abatement and settling ponds, and sorting, handling, storage, and mechanical / electrical buildings, as aligns with your technical experience.
• Support development of cost estimates at planning, conceptual, preliminary, and final design phases.
• Direct and guide work of CAD staff in the development of bid and construction drawings.
• Provide engineering support during construction, including review of submittals, response to RFIs, and review and development of contract modifications.
• Support project managers in the development of scopes of work and fee proposals.
• Support senior engineers and marketing staff in the development of proposals.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

Required Qualifications

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.

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 (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic / Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

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 away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus, and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education, and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.) {Spokane, WA} : $77,968.80 - $97,850 {Olympia, WA} : $77,968.80 - $103,000 {Pasco, WA} : $79,310- $113,300 {Gig Harbor, WA} : $79,310- $113,300 {Everett, WA} : $82,915 - $118,450 {Bellevue, WA} : $82,915 - $118,450 {Seattle, WA} : $82,915 - $118,450

Primary Location : United States-Washington-Seattle

Other Locations : United States-Washington-Pasco, United States-Washington-Everett, United States-Washington-Spokane, United States-Washington-Olympia, United States-Washington-Bellevue, United States-Washington-Gig Harbor

Industry : Water

Schedule : Full-time

Employee Status : Regular

BusinessClass : Fisheries

Job Posting : Jan 20, 2025

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.