Business Details
28 Years
experience
Trusted Civil Engineering Services for Water Infrastructure
HydroScience Engineers is a full-service civil engineering firm based in Northern California that specializes in planning, design, and construction phase services for water, wastewater, and recycled water projects. Founded in 1998, our firm combines decades of collective experience with a collaborative approach to deliver innovative solutions for complex infrastructure challenges. Our team of licensed professionals works closely with public and private clients to ensure regulatory compliance, optimize system performance, and implement sustainable water resource management strategies.With offices in Sacramento, Berkeley, San Jose, and Australia, we provide comprehensive engineering services ranging from hydraulic modeling and pipeline rehabilitation to treatment plant upgrades and master planning. Our commitment to technical excellence, client collaboration, and staff development has earned us a reputation for delivering high-quality projects that meet evolving environmental and community needs.
Services
Water Treatment Plant Design
Wastewater System Planning
Recycled Water Distribution
Hydraulic Modeling
Pipeline Rehabilitation
Treatment Facility Upgrades
Master Planning
Regulatory Compliance Support
Pilot Testing
Condition Assessments
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience in civil engineering for water systems.
- Our team provides full-service planning, design, and construction phase support.
- We specialize in regulatory compliance and sustainable water resource management.
- Our in-house electrical and controls team ensures coordinated design solutions.
- We maintain long-term client relationships through technical excellence and collaboration.
Services
Water Treatment Plant Design
We design groundwater and surface water treatment plants, including pump stations, storage tanks, and distribution systems. Our engineers optimize treatment processes for regulatory compliance and system efficiency. Projects include facility upgrades and new construction for municipal and industrial clients.
Wastewater System Planning
We provide master planning and design for wastewater treatment plants and collection systems. Services include pipeline rehabilitation, lift station upgrades, and regulatory compliance support. Our solutions address capacity, reliability, and environmental protection requirements.
Recycled Water Distribution
We design recycled water treatment facilities and distribution networks. Our work includes feasibility studies, cross-connection testing, and infrastructure retrofits. We help clients implement sustainable water reuse programs that meet regulatory standards and community needs.
Hydraulic Modeling
We use advanced software to model water and sewer systems for capacity analysis and improvement planning. Our models incorporate real-time data to assess fire flow, pressure, and future development impacts. This informs cost-effective capital improvement programs.
Pipeline Rehabilitation
We specialize in trenchless and open-cut rehabilitation techniques for water and sewer pipelines. Services include cured-in-place pipe (CIPP) lining, manhole replacement, and corrosion protection. Our solutions extend asset life while minimizing service disruptions.
People
Curtis Lam
President
Curtis has 31 years of experience in recycled water systems and wastewater treatment design. He leads HydroScience's Berkeley office and focuses on infrastructure implementation and master planning.
Bill Slenter
Principal
Bill manages the Sacramento office with 33 years of experience in water system permitting and construction support. He specializes in regulatory compliance and funding strategies for infrastructure projects.
Mary Hoang
Principal
Mary leads the San Jose office with 35 years of expertise in water quality regulations and utility management. She focuses on drinking water standards and sustainable resource planning.
Sim Blake
Principal
Sim co-founded HydroScience in 1998 with 35+ years of experience in water treatment plants and pump station design. He manages Sacramento operations and technical innovation.
George Harris
Principal
George co-founded HydroScience and manages the Australia office. With 42 years of experience, he specializes in industrial wastewater treatment and facility design for domestic and international clients.
Questions
What engineering services does HydroScience offer?
We provide water, wastewater, and recycled water system planning, design, and construction support. Services include treatment plants, pipeline systems, hydraulic modeling, and regulatory compliance.
Where does HydroScience operate?
We serve Northern California from offices in Sacramento, Berkeley, and San Jose. We also have an office in Victoria, Australia, supporting international projects.
How does HydroScience handle complex infrastructure projects?
We use collaborative design-build approaches, trenchless technology, and in-house electrical engineering teams to deliver cost-effective solutions for pipeline rehabilitation and treatment facility upgrades.
What industries does HydroScience work with?
We serve municipal governments, tribal communities, and industrial clients. Our expertise includes public infrastructure, regulatory compliance, and sustainable water reuse programs.
