Water Resources Engineer - CFD

HDR • Full-time • Des Moines, Iowa, United States • 1m ago

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?

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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.

In the role of Water Resources Engineer - CFD, we'll count on you to:

Provide project engineering and task management related to CFD and multi-dimensional hydraulic modeling
Conduct difficult to complex hydraulic and hydrologic modeling
Specify appropriate engineering evaluation techniques including analytical, 1D, 2D and CFD models
Conduct modeling and analyses related to dams and spillways including hydraulics, scour, cavitation, energy dissipation, hydraulic loading
Conduct modeling and analyses related to water/wastewater hydraulics and processes
Collect, assimilate and present data in reports, memos and public forums
Lead production of models and design calculations and technical reports
Work independently in addition to planning, organizing and assisting groups of medium to large teams of professionals and technicians dependent on project/task
Assist in water resources permitting efforts
Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

Masters Degree or Ph.D. in Civil Engineering or related field
Previous experience in applying CFD to water resources engineering projects
Professional Engineer (PE) license
Familiarity with hydraulic engineering software such as HEC-RAS, SRH2D, and 1D/2D stormwater
Excellent oral and written communication skills
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

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Qualifications

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent field
Previous experience in water resources engineering projects
Professional Engineer (PE) license
Excellent oral and written communication skills
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.

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.