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 looking for a Water/Wastewater Controls Systems Project Manager in our Columbus, OH office. This is a project leadership role supporting planning, design, and integration projects for large and complex water and waste water Clients, with a focus on Electrical and Control Systems and mechanical systems. This position requires an experienced engineer who will be responsible for coordinating with multidiscipline teams, and managing workflow through all stages of the project lifecycle. They will be responsible for leading project teams to complete design documents, and program, test, and commission control systems. They will be involved in reviews of documents for areas of conflict with all disciplines, and will also be involved in coordination during construction phases including the review of shop drawings and field inspections on an as needed basis. They must be self-motivated and possess strong leadership skills with an initiative to deliver high quality, technically sound control system deliverables.

Keywords: Project Management, Controls, Water, Industrial, Power, Instrumentation, Instrumentation, Electrical, Mechanical, #LI-EH1

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors or Masters Degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, Computer Engineering or Controls related field
• 10 years applicable experience in engineering design, control system programing, construction, testing and start up
• Hands on experience designing I&C, electrical or mechanical systems for both stand-alone and multidisciplinary projects, including schematics and layouts
• Hands-on experience in the development of control narratives / loop descriptions
• Design experience in Industrial or Water/Wastewater
• Knowledgeable of remote site telemetry communications
• Knowledgeable of cybersecurity considerations in Industrial or Water/Wastewater
• Knowledgeable of PLC hardware/software and SCADA/HMI software in Industrial or Water/Wastewater

Preferred Qualifications

• PLC programming experience and HMI development preferred
• Planning knowledge preferred
• PE license, or ability to be licensed
• PMP Preferred
• Preference given to local candidates

Why HDR

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.