HDR
Transportation Hydraulics Team Lead
We invite you to apply for the Transportation Hydraulics Team Lead role at HDR.
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?
Watch our story: https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story
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.
Responsibilities
Lead the drainage engineering on large scale highway and multi-modal projects for public transportation clients throughout the Southern California Region
Assist in preparing proposals for marketing pursuits
Prepare scope and fees for drainage tasks
Supervise and mentor younger engineers
Lead the development of hydraulic and hydrologic modeling; stormwater collection systems modeling and design
Collect, assimilate, and present data in reports, memos and public forums
Production of design calculations and technical reports; and lead preparation of engineering plans and specifications for design of detention facilities, storm drains, flood control facilities, and other hydraulic structures.
Will work independently as well as lead groups of medium to large teams of professionals and technicians to deliver project deliverables dependent on project/task.
Will be primarily involved in highway drainage design, plans production, drainage analysis and documentation, water quality BMP sizing, and stormwater management design & permitting for Caltrans, Metro, OCTA, SBCTA, Municipal clients and agencies throughout Southern California, but there will be opportunities to lead the drainage design on railroad, aviation and maritime projects as well.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
A minimum of 10 years experience
Professional registration, license or certification may be required based on role
Strong communication and listening skills
Ability to handle multiple assignments
Good leadership and organizational 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.
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.) Irvine, Long Beach, Los Angeles: $137,000 - $225,000; San Diego, Riverside: $131,000 - $215,000
Job Details Primary Location:
United States-California-Irvine
Other Locations:
United States-California-Los Angeles, United States-California-Long Beach, United States-California-San Diego, United States-California-Riverside
Industry:
Highway + Road
Schedule:
Full-time
Employee Status:
Regular
BusinessClass:
Transportation Hydraulics
Job Posting:
Aug 12, 2025
At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer (https://www.hdrinc.com/equal-employment-opportunity-employer). We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.
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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?
Watch our story: https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story
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.
Responsibilities
Lead the drainage engineering on large scale highway and multi-modal projects for public transportation clients throughout the Southern California Region
Assist in preparing proposals for marketing pursuits
Prepare scope and fees for drainage tasks
Supervise and mentor younger engineers
Lead the development of hydraulic and hydrologic modeling; stormwater collection systems modeling and design
Collect, assimilate, and present data in reports, memos and public forums
Production of design calculations and technical reports; and lead preparation of engineering plans and specifications for design of detention facilities, storm drains, flood control facilities, and other hydraulic structures.
Will work independently as well as lead groups of medium to large teams of professionals and technicians to deliver project deliverables dependent on project/task.
Will be primarily involved in highway drainage design, plans production, drainage analysis and documentation, water quality BMP sizing, and stormwater management design & permitting for Caltrans, Metro, OCTA, SBCTA, Municipal clients and agencies throughout Southern California, but there will be opportunities to lead the drainage design on railroad, aviation and maritime projects as well.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
A minimum of 10 years experience
Professional registration, license or certification may be required based on role
Strong communication and listening skills
Ability to handle multiple assignments
Good leadership and organizational 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.
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.) Irvine, Long Beach, Los Angeles: $137,000 - $225,000; San Diego, Riverside: $131,000 - $215,000
Job Details Primary Location:
United States-California-Irvine
Other Locations:
United States-California-Los Angeles, United States-California-Long Beach, United States-California-San Diego, United States-California-Riverside
Industry:
Highway + Road
Schedule:
Full-time
Employee Status:
Regular
BusinessClass:
Transportation Hydraulics
Job Posting:
Aug 12, 2025
At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer (https://www.hdrinc.com/equal-employment-opportunity-employer). We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.
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