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.

Primary Responsibilities

HDR is currently in need of a Senior Geotechnical Engineering Lead for Its Dam and Civil Works program supporting S. California. This Geologic/Geotechnical Lead will fill a strategic role responsible for leading and managing complex Geotechnical/Geologic Engineering analysis analysis and design of water management structures within HDR's growing dam, levee, and civil works program. The successful candidate will have a background in geotechnical engineering, foundation engineering, embankment design, materials engineering, earthquake engineering, and dam safety/levee safety considerations. Geotechnical design typically focuses on of embankments, foundations, abutments and ancillary structures including 1D, 2D and 3D methods of analysis typically used by FERC, FEMA, USBR, and USACE for dam and levee analysis. A track record in working with multi-discipline coordination including structural engineering, geotechnical engineering and hydraulic engineering is a plus. As the Geotechnical/Geologic Lead, the individual will also provide project management and mentoring to their hand-picked team of supporting engineers and analysts.

Geotechnical/Geologic design analysis and technical project execution responsibilities will include project design development including project planning, scheduling, planning studies and evaluations, and preparation of final design analysis. Projects may include various aspects of dam, spillway, outlet works, storm water management systems and other critical structures subject to hydraulic and earthquake forces. Position will support project delivery activities through delivery of high-quality services and technological development. Previous experience or familiarity with RIDM, PFMA, State Dam Safety, FEMA, US Bureau of Reclamation, US Army Corps of Engineers and/or FERC regulated projects and standards is preferred.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• Minimum of 10 years experience
• PE
• Excellent writing and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a project team
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

Preferred Qualifications

• Master of Science or higher in Engineering (Geotechnical/Geologic engineering)/or equivalent level of experience
• Willingness to obtain California PE registration (Multiple state/province registrations will be encouraged).
• 15+ years of progressive experience in advanced engineering projects involving water management, structural, geotechnical and hydraulic disciplines.
• Proficient knowledge of dam safety engineering and risk assessment tools and techniques.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Experience with geotechnical engineering software and static and dynamic analyses for concrete dams, embankments and hydraulic structures including GeoStudio and FLAC related products
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications including WORD, EXCEL, Power Point, and PROJECT.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must.

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 for this position is $115,000-170,000 annually depending upon skills, experience, education and geographical location.