HDR

Engineering

OperationsSpecialist(WaterTreatment)

$120–185k United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.

The Brief

“Operations Specialist (Water Treatment) at HDR. Skills: Water treatment operations, Plant startup, Commissioning. Work independently on plants. Lead the start-up of plants”

What You'll Achieve.

Ensure facilities are ready for production; Perform according to specifications; Perform according to designed capacity

Industry & Context.

Engineering
Problems you'll solve

Resolution of operational problems

Eligibility Requirements

Participation on projects nationwide

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Lead start-up or operation of plants, Represent owner during plant start-up, Supervise plant operational staff, Complete projects with clear objectives, Perform administrative duties, Understand plant functions, Understand plant technology, Understand plan performance requirements, Understand permit compliance requirements, Supervise project-related staff, Be responsible for personnel safety, Be responsible for process safety

Nice to Have

Participation on projects across the country

What You'll Do.

Work independently on plants

Lead the start-up of plants

Lead the operation of plants

Guide operational staff during startup

Directly supervise plant operational staff

Lead contractor testing activities

Lead contractor startup activities

Lead contractor commissioning activities

Ensure facilities are ready for production

Perform according to specifications

Perform according to designed capacity

Provide operator training

Resolve operational problems

Develop operations manuals

Develop maintenance manuals

Perform administrative duties for projects

Perform administrative duties for construction

Demonstrate understanding of plant mechanical functions

Demonstrate understanding of plant electrical functions

Demonstrate understanding of plant process functions

Demonstrate understanding of applicable plant technology

Demonstrate understanding of plan performance requirements

Demonstrate understanding of permit compliance requirements

Work independently on small projects

Assist senior engineers on projects

Assist construction managers on projects

Supervise other project-related staff

Be responsible for personnel safety

Be responsible for process safety

Perform other duties as needed

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Cross-functional teams; Owner representation

Process & Methodology

Project management, Construction management

Full Job Description

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.  We believe water is more than a resource, it's a shared responsibility. As part of our Water Business Group, you’ll help shape how communities manage water for generations to come. From delivering safe drinking water and treating wastewater responsibly to developing sustainable water supplies and protecting lives and property through flood control, your work will directly support public health, environmental sustainability, and infrastructure resilience.  We bring together experts across disciplines to solve complex challenges with bold thinking and technical excellence. Whether you're modernizing aging systems or pioneering innovative approaches, your contributions will make a meaningful difference in people’s lives. This isn’t just a job, it's a chance to lead change, drive progress, and leave a lasting legacy. The Northern California Water Business Group is looking for a water treatment Operations Specialist to work on projects in the South and East Bay.  This person will work on startup and commissioning efforts on these projects and also provide operations expertise on design. In the role of Operations Specialist, we'll count on you to:    Work independently on and lead the start-up or operation of plants Represent the owner and help guide operational staff during a plant start-up or directly supervise plan

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